Day: September 30, 2026

For many self-storage owners, selling represents the culmination of years of building, operating, and improving a facility. But maximizing value often begins well before the propertyis placed on the market. Buyers ultimately evaluate a facility based on its income, operations, physical condition, market position, and future potential. Owners who focus on these areas before selling may be better positioned to attract qualified buyers and achieve stronger pricing. 1. Focus on Net Operating Income Self-storage properties are primarily valued based on the income they produce. Increasing Net Operating Income (NOI) can…

The self-storage industry entered 2025 focused on stability after several years of volatility. National reports from Cushman & Wakefield, CBRE and other sources showed that rents and occupancy began to stabilize mid-year. At the same time, operators leaned heavily on technology and automation to control costs. Storage Commander’s proprietary research confirms these themes, capturing how real operators experienced the year and what they expect next. The Year in Review EFFICIENCY WAS THE BIGGEST WIN. More than a quarter of operators identified operational efficiency as their greatest success, driven by automation,…

Today’s consumers don’t wait on hold. They get instant answers from their bank, their airline, and their favorite retailer. They track packages in real time, reset passwords in seconds, and resolve billing issues at midnight without ever speaking to a person. Self-storage tenants are those same consumers, and they bring the same expectations with them. A prospective renter comparing unit prices at 9 p.m. wants answers at the moment they’re ready to commit. A tenant locked out on a Sunday morning wants to retrieve a gate code without waiting until…