Author: Shinil Krishnan

Talonvest Arranges Refi for Five-Property Self-Storage Portfolio Across Rancho Santa Margarita, Pasadena, Northridge, Hollywood and Sacramento – California

Talonvest Capital, Inc. arranged $64 million in refinancing for a five-property self-storage portfolio on behalf of SoCal Self Storage, a Southern California owner-operator with nearly four decades of experience. Eric Snyder, Kim Bishop, Mason Brusseau and Lauren Maehler were among the Talonvest team members responsible for the transaction The financings were structured as 10-year, non-recourse permanent loans through a securitized lender, featuring full-term interest-only payments at fixed rates, no cash management, and highly competitive spreads. Talonvest further enhanced the execution by negotiating key borrower-friendly terms, ranging from the waiver of…

The Right Way to Integrate AI Into Your Self-Storage Operations

AI is everywhere right now. And if you’ve been to any industry conference lately, sat through a vendor pitch, or opened a trade publication, you already know the pressure to adopt it is real. But here’s what nobody is talking about: most operators are approaching AI completely backwards. Here’s how it typically goes: An operator hears about an AI tool that’s working for someone else. They sign up, set it up, and wait for results. When the results don’t come, they either blame the technology or move on to the…

Navigating Uncertainty: Macro Forces and the Resilience of Self Storage

The current macroeconomic environment is being shaped by a combination of evolving geopolitical dynamics and a continued normalization of economic conditions. Recent tensions involving Iran have drawn increased global attention, particularly through their impact on energy markets and global trade flows. While these developments have introduced new variables into the system, they are also part of a broader cycle of economic adjustment that markets have historically navigated. At the center of today’s discussion is energy. Oil prices have moved meaningfully higher as global supply dynamics adjust to geopolitical developments, reinforcing…

Recent Self-Storage Transactions: 04.08.2026 – 04.14.2026

Recent activity reveals a clear two-pronged investment strategy, balancing aggressive expansion into high-growth Sunbelt “spillover” markets, and defensive plays in supply-constrained Northeast corridors. In Texas, the acquisition of over 200,000 NRSF across Waxahachie, Jonestown, and Farmersville, including the 12.7-acre A-Affordable Boat & RV site, reflects a shift toward specialized, high-yield products in rapidly suburbanizing exurbs of Dallas and Austin. The inclusion of premium tech, such as Noke Smart Access at Lone Star Self Storage, signals a flight to quality as investors position these assets to outperform increasingly competitive local markets.…

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. Brandon is also the Founder and President of the National Self Storage Investment Club, where storage professionals connect to learn about the industry, share best practices, and collaborate on deals. Recognized…

Owner Gets Approval to Expand Self-Storage Units in Waynesvill, North Carolina

A long-standing self-storage facility in Waynesville has gotten the green light to expand after a year-long push. The Waynesville Planning Board unanimously approved a special use permit at its meeting Monday that allows Richland Creek Storage to add between 75 and 80 units to its location on West Marshall Street near Recreation Park. Richland Creek Storage’s location near the Mountain Creek Plaza apartment complex and Waynesville Recreation Park gave some town lenders pause when the initial rezoning request came through. The self-storage facilty sits next to Wayenesville’s recreation park. Now…

Commissioners Approve Mixed Use Self-Storage Project in Pasco County, Florida

County commissioners approved a mixed-use plan for the Kenton Road corridor, clearing the way for a self-storage facility, hotel and restaurant-focused retail complex at the southern edge of the Connected City community hub. The board’s approval of the Kenton Road Commercial MPUD comes less than a month after the Planning Commission approved the project – 110,000 square feet of non-residential entitlements (90,000 square feet of storage, 20,000 for commercial/retail) and 120 hotel rooms – after a long debate and some conditions. Objections were raised again by residents claiming a storage…

Self Storage Opens with Professional Management in Denver, North Carolina

Local owners of Roll Up Self Storage- Lake Life proudly announce the acquisition of the self-storage facility at 2836 Hagers Court, Denver, NC 28037. This facility, being managed by Absolute Storage Management (Absolute) features 240 units totaling 36,570 rentable square feet. It offers and providing safe and secure, climate-controlled, non-climate, and parking unit options to the local communities of Huntersville, Cornelius, and Denver. PC Lake Life, LLC has contracted with Absolute Storage Management (Absolute) to provide professional self-storage management services, and the facility is officially under Absolute’s management as of…

New Self-Storage Complex Planned for FM 741 Corridor in Forney, Texas

A significant new commercial development is set to reshape the landscape just north of Interstate 20, as plans for a $13 million self-storage facility have been unveiled. The project, branded as Forney Self Storage for Cube Smart, will bring 128,900 square feet of new storage capacity to the rapidly growing FM 741 corridor. Project Scope and Location Located at 8078 FM 741, the site is situated just south of Forney High School. This strategic placement positions the facility to serve both the burgeoning residential neighborhoods in the immediate vicinity and…

Self Storage Opens with Professional Management in Munford, Tennessee

Local owners of Absolute Storage of Munford – Tabb Drive proudly announce the acquisition of the self-storage facility at 101 Tabb Drive, Munford, TN 38058. Under new ownership and new management, the facility is also undergoing a rebrand, reflecting a renewed commitment to quality service and community engagement. The new owners, who have a strong history of managing properties in the Munford area, bring valuable local expertise to the property. This facility, being managed by Absolute Storage Management (Absolute), features 525 units totaling 65,655 rentable square feet and offers safe…