Author: Shinil Krishnan

Close A Deal Before Year-End!

For self-storage owners, operators, developers, brokers, and investors, the final quarter of the year is often one of the busiest times for acquisitions and dispositions. Buyers are looking to deploy capital before year-end, sellers are motivated to close transactions, and brokers are working to connect the right people before the calendar turns. With that in mind, Modern Storage Media (MSM) has built something entirely new for THE Show, which is taking place Nov. 4 to 6, 2026, in Atlanta. More than simply another networking event, MSM’s THE Show offers something…

Why Self-Storage Tenants Move Out—and What Owners Can Do to Improve Retention

Every self-storage customer eventually moves out. Some departures are unavoidable, while others result from issues that operators can influence. Understanding the most common reasons tenants end their rentals can help owners improve customer satisfaction, reduce turnover, and protect long-term revenue. Although every market is different, several trends consistently appear across the industry. 1. The Storage Need Has Ended The most common reason customers move out is simple—they no longer need storage. After completing a move, renovation, life transition, or business project, many tenants naturally vacate their unit. While these move-outs…

TBS Companies Selects Keep It Simple Storage as New Smart Access Technology Partner

TBS Companies has selected Keep It Simple Storage (KISS) as its newest smart access technology partner, expanding the solutions available to customers of Trachte, Trac-Rite, and MakoRabco. The partnership brings KISS ONELock—a battery-free, NFC-powered smart lock system—to one of the selfstorage industry’s most respected networks of building manufacturers and facility solution providers. Owners and developers working with TBS Companies can now evaluate ONELock as part of new construction projects, facility expansions, conversions, and modernization initiatives. As demand for mobile-first, automated self-storage operations continues to accelerate, TBS Companies sought to expand…

Self Storage Rules and Regulations: Legal Risks on the Horizon in 2026

If 2025 was the year many self storage operators focused on higher interest rates, construction costs, and changing market conditions, 2026 may be remembered as the year regulatory risk became a core business concern. Across the country, legislators, regulators, and local governments are taking a closer look at how self storage facilities are developed, marketed, and operated. City councils are questioning whether new self storage facilities are the best use of increasingly valuable commercial land. State legislatures are considering laws that regulate pricing practices, require greater transparency in advertising and…

Pack N Stor Opens Fourth Location With Grand Opening in West Haven, Connecticut

Pack N Stor, previously operating as Stack N Stor, has opened its fourth location at 98 Boston Post Road in West Haven, Connecticut. The opening was marked by a ribbon-cutting with the Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce and coincides with a company-wide rebrand. Additional locations are planned as part of continued expansion. The West Haven facility is a representative example of small regional self-storage operators pursuing multi-site growth alongside brand repositioning in the competitive Connecticut market. Read the Full Article Source: Patch

Amy’s Attic Self Storage Plans 110,000-Square-Foot Facility in Jarrell, Texas

Amy’s Attic Self Storage has broken ground on a 110,000-square-foot facility at 509 C Bud Stockton Loop in Jarrell, Texas, with completion expected in late spring 2027. The site sits along the I-35 corridor between Austin and Salado, adjacent to a planned residential development of roughly 80 single-family homes affiliated with the same ownership. The project adds to a pattern of self-storage development in high-growth Central Texas communities, where new residential construction is driving demand for additional storage capacity along the corridor. Read the Full Article Source: EIN Presswire

Weekly Self Storage Transaction Roundup: 7/13/26 – 7/18/26

Eight self-storage transactions closed across seven states this past week, highlighting continued buyer interest across a diverse mix of markets and investment profiles. California and Florida produced several of the week’s most notable trades, led by U.S. Storage Centers – La Habra, which sold for $15.6 million in a dense North Orange County submarket, where high barriers to new development help support the week’s highest advertised rate of $2.31/SF. Sarasota presented a different kind of rarity: only the sixth self-storage transaction involving a Sarasota-addressed property in the past five years,…

Who Is the Typical Self-Storage Renter?

Understanding your customer is one of the most effective ways to improve occupancy, strengthen marketing efforts, and enhance the overall customer experience. While every market is unique, national research provides valuable insight into the demographics and behaviors of today’s self-storage renter. According to the 2023 Self Storage Demand Study, several common characteristics emerge across the industry. Although individual markets may vary, these trends offer a useful starting point for owners, operators, and investors looking to better understand their customer base. A Snapshot of Today’s Self-Storage Customer The study found that…

The Industry’s Biggest Night Is About To Get Even Bigger

The self-storage industry has always celebrated innovation, operational excellence, and the professionals who set the standard for success. This November, those achievements will take center stage like never before. For the first time in the history of both the annual Facility of the Year and Manager of the Year competitions, the winners will be announced live during an elegant black-tie awards gala on Thursday evening, November 5, at THE Show in Atlanta. Rather than learning the results beforehand, finalists and attendees alike will experience the anticipation together as envelopes are…

Is Your Self-Storage Business Built for Growth – or Just Keeping Up?

Running a self-storage facility today is more complex than it was just a few years ago. Increased competition, changing customer expectations, and rising operating costs have made efficiency and profitability more important than ever. While many operators focus on maintaining occupancy, sustainable growth requires a broader view of business performance. The question isn’t simply whether your facility is full – it’s whether your business is positioned to grow. Stop Reacting and Start Evaluating Many operators respond quickly when performance slips. A drop in occupancy may trigger discounts, slower website traffic…