Author: Shinil Krishnan

Featured Broker: Hunter Molnar

As a founding member of the Storage Exchange team, Hunter has developed many of the strategic initiatives and operational practices that have led to him and his team closing over $450 million and 8.1 million NRSF in self-storage transactions. As Managing Director, Hunter leads a team of Investment Associates who strive to deliver value through a commitment to transparency and process. Prior to Storage Exchange, Hunter ran the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic Acquisitions team at Red Dot Storage, helping to raise and deploy $500 million of capital across 180 assets. Hunter…

United Properties Group (UPG Spaces) Opens Self-Storage Facility in New Braunfels, Texas

United Properties Group, operating under the name UPG Spaces, has opened HelloSapce+ at Lonesome Quail, a 60,423-square-foot self-storage facility at 141 Lonesome Quail Drive in New Braunfels, Texas. The company oversees day-to-day operations at the privately owned property. The property is a single-story building across a 5-acre site. Phase I of the development brought online approximately 400 units, most of which are climate-controlled, with sizes ranging from 25 to 300 square feet. Amenities include drive-up access, U-Haul trucks, trailers, boxes and packing supplies available on site. HelloSpace+ at Lonesome Quail…

5 Questions With… Janus International

  How are smart locks reshaping security — and ROI — in self-storage? In this episode of 5 Questions With, John Bilton from Janus International breaks down the latest trends in facility break-ins, the role of smart technology in boosting security, and how operators can see real returns from investing in tools like Nokē Smart Entry. If you’re wondering whether today’s customers expect smarter, safer storage — or how tech impacts occupancy and revenue — don’t miss this one. Bonus: Janus International will be exhibiting at the upcoming SSA Fall…

5 Low-Cost Upgrades That Increase Facility Value Before Sale

  By David Perlleshi & Frank DeSalvo When preparing your self-storage facility for sale, strategic improvements can make a big difference in attracting serious buyers and maximizing your final sale price. The good news? You don’t need a massive renovation budget to make an impact. Small, smart upgrades, if chosen well, often deliver the biggest return. Here are five low-cost enhancements we recommend before bringing a property to market: 1. Enhance Curb Appeal First impressions still matter. Trim back overgrown landscaping, lay down fresh mulch, and remove any clutter around…

10 Warning Signs a Tenant is Living in Your Self-Storage Facility

  Living in a Self-Storage unit is illegal in most areas and poses serious safety and liability risks for facility owners. Unfortunately, it’s an issue that many operators face at some point. The good news? By spotting the warning signs early, you can prevent a small problem from becoming a costly legal mess. Here are 10 signs that a tenant might be secretly living at your facility — and what to watch for: 1. Unusual hours of access If you notice a tenant consistently accessing their unit late at night…

White Label Storage Surpasses 200 Self Storage Facilities Under Management

White Label Storage, a leading third-party management company, has surpassed 200 facilities in its management portfolio. The company was only founded in 2022, so this announcement marks a major achievement for the organization’s growth and solidifies their reputation for operational excellence. “Crossing the 200-facility mark is an exciting milestone, but we’re just getting started,” said Peter Smyth, CEO and Co-Founder of White Label Storage. “We’re continuing to roll out unique products within our management platform that raise the bar for service and give independent owners the ability to compete in…

VanWest Partners Opens New Self Storage Facility in Southeast Denver, Colorado

VanWest Partners, a Denver-based real estate investment firm specializing in self-storage acquisitions and management, has opened ClearHome Self Storage – Colorado Blvd, a newly constructed, state-of-the-art self-storage facility at 2425 S. Colorado Boulevard. The five-story property officially opened in late June, following a 20-month development effort that brings modern, climate-controlled storage to one of Denver’s most prominent corridors. The project spans over 92,000 rentable square feet with over 1,100 fully climate-controlled units. Featuring a sleek glass façade, Kalwall lighting elements, and integrated solar power, the facility combines contemporary design, sustainability,…

Uplift Development Opens Self-Storage Facility in Austin, Texas

Uplift Development Group has opened Uplift Self Storage – Goodnight Ranch, a 102,000-square-foot storage facility in Austin, Texas, at 6726 Stockman Drive. The developer also oversees day-to-day operations at the facility. The three-story self-storage property comprises climate-controlled units ranging from 25 to 300 square feet. Amenities at the gated facility include drive-up access, security cameras and on-site staff. Uplift Self Storage is part of the 700-acre Goodnight Ranch, a mixed-use master-planned community. The megadevelopment features single-family homes, senior housing and rental units, as well as retail and office space and…

Macquarie Asset Management Announces Launch of Summerland Storage Partners, a Self-Storage Platform

Macquarie Asset Management (“MAM”) announced the launch of Summerland Storage Partners, a self-storage platform with a strategy aimed at crafting a geographically diverse portfolio of self-storage assets, positioned strategically within key United States markets. The platform will be owned by a MAM-managed fund, alongside the management team. The management team is composed of former executives from Life Storage, a leading self-storage real estate investment trust and management company, including: David Dodman, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder Jonathan Attea, Chief Investment Officer and Co-Founder Michael Rogers, Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder…

Talonvest Capital Closes $13 Million Self-Storage Financing for Millersville, MD

Talonvest Capital, Inc., a boutique self-storage and commercial real estate advisory firm, has successfully arranged a $13,000,000 permanent loan for the refinance of a self-storage facility in Millersville, MD. The non-recourse loan was secured on behalf of Storage Village, an experienced owner/operator with facilities located throughout the Baltimore-Washington corridor. Known for its commitment to integrity, excellence, and community service, Storage Village has been a trusted storage owner for thousands of customers for over 25 years. The property features 556 climate-controlled units, 188 non-climate-controlled units, and 5 parking spaces for vehicle…