Author: Shinil Krishnan

Featured Broker: Jordan Farrer

Jordan Farrer serves as an investment specialist for The LeClaire-Schlosser Group. His service is focused on the disposition and acquisition of self-storage facilities in Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, and the West. He is a regular speaker for the self-storage industry and enjoys presenting at the state and regional shows. Jordan is a Utah native, he grew up in St. George, and graduated from Dixie State University with a Bachelor of Science in Finance. Before joining Marcus & Millichap, Mr. Farrer worked with a real estate private equity firm, a local…

The Storage Center Expands With Launch of Self-Storage Facility in Conway, Arkansas

The Storage Center, a leading owner-operator of Class A self-storage properties across the Southeast, has officially opened its newest storage facility at 425 6th St., Conway, AR 72032. The brand new, three-story facility opened its doors in late November, offering more than 706 climate-controlled storage units and 85,200 square feet of rentable space within an emerging technology market. Located in Airport Park, the facility is intentionally designed to support the region’s rapid residential and commercial expansion. The location offers convenient storage solutions for local residents, businesses, and University of Central…

Lone Star Storage to Add 30K Square Feet of RV Space in Bastrop, Texas

Lone Star Storage in Bastrop will add to its existing footprint off Highway 71, as an approximately $2.5 million expansion is planned for the business. The details The 30,000-square-foot project—which was filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation on Jan. 21—is scheduled to begin on Feb. 2 and be completed by Aug. 15. The scope of work includes the construction of two metal buildings for more RV storage. About the business Lone Star Storage offers a variety of units for rent, including: Temperature-controlled units Indoor parking for RVs,…

A Vacant Movie Theater is Set to Become Self-Storage Facility in North Bergen, New Jersey

A vacant movie theater in North Bergen is set to become a self-storage facility after the sale of the property by Madison International Realty, brokers with JLL announced Thursday. According to a news release, the 57-foot-tall, 73,398-square-foot building at 3131 Kennedy Blvd. has a steel frame and concrete masonry with large open spaces and high ceilings. That made it attractive as a conversion opportunity for the buyer, Safely Store, whose plans call for 103,000 square feet of climate-controlled self-storage across four stories. JLL Senior Managing Director Jose Cruz, managing directors…

Fast & EZ Self Storage Selects White Label Storage to Manage 11-Facility Portfolio

Fast & EZ Self Storage has officially selected White Label Storage to manage their portfolio of 11 facilities across Arizona, California, Nevada, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Oklahoma. This partnership brings over 2,200+ units onto the White Label Storage platform and marks a significant expansion of the company’s footprint in the Western and Southern United States. Ownership made the decision to transition management partners to accelerate the portfolio’s growth trajectory. Seeking a more performance-focused approach to operations, Fast & EZ Self Storage selected White Label Storage to optimize operational efficiency…

Bang for the Buck!

The key driver for asset value in the self-storage space is EBITDA or Net Operating Income. Every $1 in increased Net Income monthly increases the value of a facility by approximately $200.00. If you could invest capital to enhance value, where should you spend it? Here are the three investments that provide the generally largest bang for the buck! 1. Technology Upgrades In 2026, technology is the primary driver of operational efficiency and customer convenience. Management Software: This is the most vital technological investment, serving as the operational hub for…

Recent Self-Storage Transactions: 01.14.2026 – 01.20.2026

Recent transactions point to a clear theme in early 2026: investors are leaning into secondary and suburban self-storage markets with identifiable growth catalysts. Notable deals include a mixed-storage asset in Hiram, Georgia, benefiting from metro Atlanta’s outward population growth and a partially leased facility in Simsbury, Connecticut, where buyers are stepping into a market with limited new supply and clear lease-up potential. Properties in North Carolina and Minnesota highlight a similar approach, with investors targeting locations where future expansion or gradual improvements can drive returns over time. Overall, these deals…

Featured Broker: Caroline Holliday

With experience in both residential and commercial property investments, Caroline provides an in-depth understanding of industry insights into the commercial real estate market. Since joining Storage Exchange, she has transacted on $28 million of RV and self-storage assets across the Mountain West markets. Caroline attended the University of Colorado, where she earned her BA from the College of Media & Communication and served as co-captain of the Women’s Soccer team. Contact: Caroline Holliday Associate – Storage Exchange caroline@storageexchange.com 720.281.1719

Talonvest Arranges $35 Million Financing For Five-Property Self-Storage Portfolio in Across Five US States

Talonvest Capital has arranged a $35 million, five-property financing on behalf of Andover Properties and its JV partner, TPG Angelo Gordon. The transaction includes 2,552 units and 180 parking spaces across New York, Florida, Texas, North Carolina, and Georgia. Totaling 385,635 net rentable s/f (NRSF), the assets are located in high-growth markets supported by strong demographics and long-term fundamentals. The financing consists of a three-year, non-recourse bridge loan provided by a private, institutional commercial real estate debt fund. The loan was structured with full-term interest-only payments at a fixed interest…

Gantry Arranges $12M Refinancing for Two Self-Storage Facilities in Suburban Detroit, Michigan

Gantry has arranged $12 million across two loans to refinance maturing debt for a pair of National Storage-branded facilities in suburban Detroit on behalf of Pogoda Cos. The stabilized properties offer 1,082 units totaling more than 141,000 net rentable square feet with additional vehicle storage and both climate-controlled and drive-up units. Andy Weiss, Andy Bratt and Nick Severson of Gantry represented the borrower, a private real estate investor. A life insurance company provided the seven-year, fixed-rate loan, which features interest-only payments for the full term and flexible prepayment. Gantry will…