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White Label Storage Launches AI Revenue Management Tool to Increase Profitability of Self-Storage Facilities

White Label Storage announced the launch of its new AI-powered revenue management tool, RevMan ai, designed to optimize revenue generation for every facility under its management. By utilizing AI with proprietary data sets, this software further enhances the company’s revenue management capabilities, which will help its clients optimize pricing, maximize occupancy, and increase profitability. “We are thrilled to bring our new RevMan ai online,” said Peter Smyth, CEO and Co-Founder of White Label Storage. “By integrating AI into our revenue management practice, we’re able to provide our clients with the…

What Amount of Rent Increase Is Appropriate for Your Self-Storage Tenants?

One of the most common questions self-storage owners face is: “How much should I raise rents on my tenants?” It’s a delicate balance. Raise rents too little, and you leave money on the table. Raise them too much, and you risk driving tenants away. The key is finding the right middle ground—one that boosts revenue while keeping occupancy strong. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you determine the right rent increase strategy for your facility. 1. Understand Your Local Market Before making any changes, research what your competitors are charging…

Headwinds Have Subsided – What’s Next?

Anyone following the self-storage market knows that the past few years has provided many headwinds, from different directions – occupancies slipped, aggressive rental rates took down in-place rents, new supply hammered markets and interest rates made selling a serious challenge. As we get ready to close out 2025 many of these headwinds have softened, perhaps it’s more of a gentle breeze with supply pipelines falling off, lease-ups seeing improved operating metrics, the REITs softening their aggressive lease-up rental rates and interest rates flattening or even coming down a touch. Although…

DECA Scores $45 Million Construction Loan for a Self-Storage Development in San Francisco, California

DECA Companies secured critical financing for a self-storage construction project from Affinius Capital and Axonic Capital. The $45.2 million debt will fund construction of a 1,600-unit Extra Space self-storage development at 2270 McKinnon Avenue, Commercial Observer reported. Talonvest Capital’s Kim Bishop arranged the deal. The development will span 175,000 square feet across five stories. The ground floor will have light industrial space, while the top four stories will have self-storage. National self-storage company Extra Space will manage the property. The project, in San Francisco’s Produce Market neighborhood, is one of…

Recent Self-Storage Transactions: 11.12.2025 – 11.18.2025

Recent self-storage transactions highlighted a diverse mix of strategies, reflecting a dynamic investment landscape. Buyers targeted a range of asset profiles, from stabilized facilities in slower-growth secondary markets to new developments and recently modernized properties in areas with strong demand signals. Larger operators and institutional players remained active, balancing steady cash-flow assets with selective plays in high-growth markets where supply remains constrained. The presence of virtual management models and operational innovation also stood out, signaling a broader shift toward more data-informed, efficiency-driven approaches in asset selection and portfolio strategy.  …

Featured Broker: Brandon Robinson

Brandon Robinson — Powerhouse. Deal Maker. Industry Leader. Brandon Robinson is a powerhouse in the commercial real estate world and the driving force behind Calvary Realty’s meteoric rise to national prominence. As National Director of Investment Sales, Brandon has taken a bold vision and transformed it into reality—positioning Calvary Realty as one of the nation’s premier self-storage brokerage firms. Recognized Excellence: Brandon’s elite performance has earned him some of the industry’s most respected accolades, including CoStar’s “Power Broker” and Crexi’s “Platinum Broker”—prestigious honors reserved for the top performers nationwide. Proven…

Self-Storage Facility Granted Permission in Sherman, New York

The Sherman Municipal Zoning Board conducted a public hearing about a proposed storage facility on Osborne Street near Interstate 86 at their meeting this month. The proposed construction would consist of two metal buildings, which would house approximately 75 self-storage units. Micah Meredith, who plans to build the storage facility, presented plans for two 30-by-160-foot metal buildings. Sherman Mayor Colleen Meeder read the drafted minutes of the Sept. 22 Planning Board meeting, which detailed the board’s discussion of the proposed storage facility, their recommendations, and their referral to the Municipal…

Self-Storage Facility Coming Soon to Universal City, Texas

A self-storage facility named Oak Grove Storage is currently under construction at 2030 Pat Booker Road in Universal City. What you need to know The 578-unit, climate-controlled storage facility is being developed by Capco General Contracting. Construction began in May and is anticipated to be completed in summer 2026. Oak Grove Storage will be adjacent to The Grand at Oak Grove Apartments, said Michael Cassata, Universal City’s development services and economic development corporation director, in an email to Community Impact. The Grand at Oak Grove Apartments is a 268-unit multifamily…

No Pain, All Gain with Unit Remixes from Janus International’s R3

Whether you’ve owned a self-storage facility for years or just purchased your first site, it’s important to always keep a pulse on how trends are shifting in your area. Are you near a college? Locker storage could be a great addition to your mix. Close to a retirement home? Bigger units like 10×10 or 10×20 might be a better option for your site. And at Janus International, the R3: Restore, Rebuild, Replace division specializes in facility remixing for owners who need to adapt their unit mix to changing market demands—whether you’re…

Recent Self-Storage Transactions: 11.05.2025 – 11.11.2025

Recent self-storage transactions show continued investor interest in the sector, with activity spanning a variety of markets and asset types. Deals include stabilized properties, development sites, and portfolio acquisitions, reflecting strategies to expand market presence, increase operational scale, and position for long-term growth. Demand remains steady, supported by consistent occupancy levels and opportunities to enhance revenue through improved management and pricing strategies.     Property: KO Storage Location: Cleburne, Texas Buyer: Ideal Storage Brokers and Brokerage: Tyler Trahant and Chad Snyder of Dominus Commercial [Argus Self Storage Advisors Broker Affiliates]…