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Janus International Group, Inc. (NYSE: JBI) (“Janus” or the “Company”), a leading provider of cutting-edge access control technologies and building product solutions for the self-storage and other commercial and industrial sectors, today announced its acquisition of Terminal Maintenance and Construction (“TMC”), a premier provider of terminal maintenance services for the trucking industry in the Southeast. While initially continuing to focus on commercial customers, TMC’s integration will ultimately help support the growth of Janus’s Facilitate division, which offers complete facility maintenance services. Headquartered in Madison, Georgia, TMC’s offerings include trucking terminal…

Thomas de Jong, SIOR, was recently honored by the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors® (SIOR), which represents the world’s elite in industrial and office brokerage, for its 2023 Top Transaction Awards in the category of Largest Alternative Space. The awards, given annually to SIOR members who complete the largest transactions with one or more additional SIORs, demonstrate the power of the exclusive SIOR network. The sale of 97,600 square feet of space located in Bakersfield, California closed at $9.1 million. de Jong, SIOR, executive vice president of the National…

JLL Capital Markets led the financing effort on behalf of Hines and Trez Capital JLL Capital Markets announced today that it has arranged $108 million financing with New York Life Real Estate Investors for a 13-property, self-storage portfolio located throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. On behalf of the borrower, a joint venture between Hines and Trez Capital, JLL Capital Markets arranged the five-year, fixed-rate loan through New York Life Real Estate Investors, who was able to provide an early rate lock, interest-only payments and prepayment flexibility early in the loan…

It’s no secret that capital markets and all forms of real estate have been impacted by the rise in interest rates over the past few years. Coming from historically low rates to a higher rate environment comes with plenty of challenges, particularly for those who have bought or built assets over the past 3-4 years. Of course, interest rates aren’t the only issue facing the self-storage industry and current asset values. Additional headwinds have come from a few different sides, and each of these could be the subject of separate…

Gates are among the very first things a potential customer sees upon arriving at your self-storage facility, and therefore they create a lasting impression. In addition, gates are your first line of defense against crime. Think of them as the “bouncer” for your facility. And of course, you want the biggest, baddest bouncer you can find, right? Let’s take a look at the ins and outs of gates – how they work, what options are best for you, and what to do when they need repair. What Types Of Gates…

National Storage Affiliates Trust (“NSA” or the “Company”) (NYSE: NSA) today announced Melissa Cameron has been promoted to Chief Marketing Officer, from her previous role of Senior Vice President of Customer Acquisitions, effective April 1, 2024. David Cramer, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “We are pleased to recognize Melissa’s significant contributions to NSA by elevating her to the role of Chief Marketing Officer. Melissa has played an instrumental role in the evolution of our marketing, pricing and call center operations.” Mrs. Cameron joined NSA in November 2018 as VP…

William Warren Group owns and operates StorQuest Self Storage, a thriving portfolio of modern, innovative self-storage properties across the United States. We’ve always been passionate about making the world a better place. Now, we’re thrilled to announce the recent launch of our inaugural Impact Report, which highlights our progress across Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) pillars and our strategies in building toward a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future. The report documents how we’re innovating in areas like carbon emissions, energy, water use, and workforce diversity. We also include new…

Janus Releases “Nokē Ion™,” An Inside-The-Unit, Powered Smart Lock Janus International Group, Inc (NYSE: JBI) (“Janus” or the “Company”), a leading provider of cutting-edge access control technologies and building product solutions for the self-storage and other commercial and industrial sectors, today announced the addition of Nokē Ion™, an inside the door, magnetic, hardwired smart locking system, into its award-winning line of Nokē Smart Entry products. In addition to the all-new, hardwired smart locking solution, Janus’s Nokē Smart Entry platform also offers a high-tech, battery-powered external smart lock, known as Nokē…

We’ve all seen how self-storage facilities used to be represented on television and in movies: located in dark and ominous industrial areas, bad lighting giving off an air of danger, surrounded by a chain link fence which may or may not have a “beware of dog” sign on it. But things have changed for the better in the self-storage industry, and it’s about time. Self-storage facilities have become “smart” buildings with cutting-edge technology, great visibility, and plenty of lighting. These facilities are popping up everywhere from major metropolitan retail areas…

100 – 3 – 1 Boom Land Under Contract! Finding land is a math equation: 100-3-1 Research 100 properties Make 3 offers And purchase one property Most people research 12 properties the first month, and 10 the next month. The next month they have friends flying in and a birthday party to go to. The next month it is raining. And the next month they say it does not work. You need to understand the math ½ x 10 does not equal 5. It equals zero. You do not get…