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The Self-Storage Building, Technology, and Renovation Experts at Janus International Announce All-New Door Replacement Mobile Application

Janus Releases “Rapid Replace™,” a Mobile App Designed to Simplify Door Replacements Janus International Group, Inc. (NYSE: JBI) (“Janus” or the “Company”), a leading global manufacturer and provider of turnkey self-storage, commercial, and industrial building solutions, today announced the release of Janus Rapid Replace, a mobile app designed to streamline self-storage door replacement quotes and orders. The Janus Rapid Replace app was built for self-storage owner-operators and facility managers who need a fast, reliable way to request quotes and submit orders to replace damaged or unsafe unit doors at their…

Why Submitting Offers Matters in Self Storage Deals

In the competitive self-storage market, one simple truth separates successful buyers from the rest. You cannot win a deal if you do not submit an offer. Being in the mix creates opportunity. Even if your initial offer is not selected, engaging early keeps you part of the conversation and positions you to benefit as the process evolves. Responsive buyers gain a clear advantage. Quick, thoughtful engagement signals seriousness to brokers and sellers. It builds credibility and helps ensure you are top of mind not only for the deal in front…

Storage Post Brings Long Island Portfolio to 15 Properties by Adding Self-Storage Facility in Bohemia, New York

Storage Post Self Storage, a leading owner and operator of self-storage facilities, today announced it has added Suffolk Self Storage, located in Bohemia, New York, to its growing operating portfolio. The property, located on the South Shore of Long Island at 1295 Lakeland Avenue, expands the company’s presence across Long Island and the broader New York metropolitan area. The Bohemia property will be fully integrated into the Storage Post operating platform, introducing Storage Post’s technology-driven management platform, including advanced online reservations, revenue optimization systems, and proprietary video-enabled customer service connecting…

Zionsville Town Council Approves Rezoning for Self-Storage Facility on Oak Street in Zionsville, Indiana

Plans for a potential expansion of Zionsville Self Storage and a new automotive service business are moving forward. The Zionsville Town Council unanimously approved a rezoning for a vacant lot at 1580 W. Oak St. at its March 2 meeting. Sam Scheidler, owner of Zionsville Self Storage, intends to expand his business, which is adjacent to the newly rezoned property. There are also plans for an auto service center on the other side of the 2.6-acre lot. The rezoning request received a favorable recommendation from the Zionsville Plan Commission last…

Self Storage Opens with Professional Management in Choctaw, Oklahoma

Local owners of Owens Cubbies Self Storage & RV proudly announce the acquisition of the self-storage facility at 14237 Southeast 29th Street, Choctaw, OK 73020. This facility, being managed by Absolute Storage Management (Absolute) features 166 units totaling 22,300 rentable square feet. It offers safe and secure climate-controlled and non-climate-controlled unit options to the local communities of Choctaw, Nicoma Park, and Woods. Choctaw Storage Investors, 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 February…

A Tale of Two Markets: Soft Operations, Strong Values

Over the past several years, the self-storage industry has found itself operating in a unique and, at times, contradictory environment. On one hand, operating fundamentals, particularly occupancy and rental rate growth, have softened meaningfully from their pandemic-era highs. On the other hand, investor demand for self-storage remains robust, capital is plentiful, and asset values continue to hold firm with cap rates being lower than historical averages considering the cost of debt today. This divergence between operating performance and investment demand has created one of the most nuanced ownership environments we…

The Hidden Cost of Poor Customer Service in Self-Storage

Most self-storage operators know their occupancy rate by heart. What far fewer operators can quantify is how much poor customer service is costing them. That’s not because it doesn’t matter, but because the impact tends to fly under the radar, until one day it doesn’t. Customer service has quietly become a critical revenue driver in self-storage. When competition is intensifying, consumer sentiment is king, and Google reviews carry more weight than ever, operators who treat service as a secondary priority aren’t just leaving money on the table — they’re actively…

Recent Self-Storage Transactions: 03.04.2026 – 03.10.2026

The self-storage sector kicked off the month with robust investment activity across diverse markets, from institutional-grade portfolios to specialized niche assets. Significant capital continues to flow into the space, as highlighted by a $71.5 million financing and joint-venture deal for an 18-property portfolio poised for a 70,000-square-foot expansion. Transactions spanned from high-density urban plays in Boston and Utah to expansive boat and RV storage facilities in Texas, reflecting a healthy appetite for both traditional climate-controlled units and specialized vehicle storage. With physical occupancies reaching up to 90% in key regions…

Proposed Self-Storage Project Moves Forward in Green – Akron, Ohio

Following the approval of a conditional-use permit by the Green Planning and Zoning Commission Feb. 18, a project at the corner of South Main Street and Magua Drive to bring storage units and office/retail can begin to move forward. The project does still require approval of a variance for a setback by the Green Board of Zoning Appeals, which will be the next step. The 6.98-acre property, located at 3929 S. Main St., is owned by SELU Holdings LLC and is vacant except for the abandoned facility at the corner…

4 Steps to Building a Better Marketing Budget

Most self-storage operators know they need to spend money on marketing. Fewer know how much, and even fewer have a clear framework for determining whether that spend is generating a return worth the investment. In a previous post, I covered the strategic case for thinking about marketing through the lens of lifetime value and customer acquisition cost (LTV:CAC). Here, I want to get more practical: what does a reasonable marketing budget actually look like, and how do you calculate the metrics that tell you whether it’s working? 1. Setting a…