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U.S. self-storage companies are expanding into Canada, lured by an undersupplied market and significant growth potential. The CEO and cofounder of Montreal Mini-Storage Group examines what this wave of billion-dollar investments means for Canadian operators and reveals the strategies they must adopt to compete…
Lots of self-storage operators sell retail products like locks, boxes, packing tape, and other moving and packing supplies. However, they don’t all know how or make the effort to maximize these sales. This type of merchandise not only increases revenue and draws in non-storage customers, it improves the tenant…
If you’re thinking about selling your self-storage facility, you’re no doubt focused on price. You want to maximize value and buyer appeal, and one of the most effective ways to do that is to increase net operating income. This doesn’t happen overnight; it takes planning. However, there are simple yet effective…
Our annual Top-Operators Lists share data about movement among the self-storage industry’s largest owners and management firms, but what does it all really mean? In this post, ISS Associate Editor Ron Matejko explains his process for writing the annual top-ops analysis, which he has now done for three years. He…
This is a deal announcement from Inside Self-Storage, published August 3, 2026, regarding Lighthouse Storage Solutions' acquisition of Haviland Storage Services' California management portfolio, in connection with the retirement of industry figure Sue Haviland. The item covers a transaction in the self-storage sector.
This is a promotional webinar published by Inside Self-Storage on August 3, 2026, focused on self-storage development strategies including flex space and SmartReady facilities for long-term growth.
This is a news item published by Inside Self-Storage on July 30, 2026, reporting on financial results released by self-storage REITs for the second quarter of 2026.
This is a news item published by Inside Self-Storage on July 30, 2026, reporting on Public Storage's expansion of its community solar program in Northern Illinois.
This is a viewpoint-commentary piece published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 that presents Alex Pardo's guidance on five methods for funding an initial self-storage facility investment without personal capital. The article addresses financing strategies within the self-storage sector.
This is a market report published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 covering the self-storage sector, specifically examining changes in the top-operators lists following acquisitions and management turnover. The report indicates that the prior year was relatively quiet in terms of activity before recent significant changes altered the rankings of major operators.
This is a viewpoint-commentary article published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 addressing operational strategies for self-storage facilities serving elderly tenants, including guidance on managing interactions with renters experiencing cognitive decline.
This is a news item from Inside Self-Storage published in July 2026 reporting on a court decision in Oldham County, Kentucky regarding a denied amendment for a self-storage development project.
In Vietnam, the gap between the amount of stuff people own and the space they have to accommodate it keeps widening, fueling demand for self-storage units. Though the industry is still developing in this country, there’s vast potential for expansion. In this article, the founder of local operator MyStorage shares…
Cost segregation is one of the most misunderstood tax strategies in commercial real estate, but it can be a quick way to improve a self-storage asset’s cash flow. Many owners overlook this opportunity due to common myths about complexity or eligibility. With recent tax-law changes making it even more valuable,…
Boat/RV storage may look like a simple business—just a dirt lot packed with vehicles, right? However, when developers and investors run the numbers, many find that the math doesn't work. While this product can be highly profitable in the right location, it requires a fundamentally different approach to market…
Sustainability is a hot-button issue in many industries. In self-storage, it offers opportunities to developers and operators alike, though not without challenges. Environmental considerations must be weighed against business objectives, and the path forward isn’t always clear. In this article, we explore how the…
This is a news item published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 reporting that SmartStop Self-Storage has added its first client to a Canadian third-party management platform.
This is a news article published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 announcing the launch of Fund X by SROA Capital, a self-storage investment and management firm.
This is a news article published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 reporting that Uniti raised $12 million in funding to accelerate expansion of its agentic AI platform serving the self-storage sector and other real estate sectors.
In the self-storage industry, where tenant delinquencies can easily threaten facility profitability, successfully closing the gap between what the business is owed and what the operator is able to collect comes down to process. It’s important to track and manage past-due rent promptly, consistently and…
This is a deal announcement published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 reporting that Hanson Logistics has entered the self-storage sector by developing a purpose-built facility located in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England.
Self-storage operators have a powerful tool to deal with non-paying tenants: lien foreclosures. However, one small mistake can lead to serious legal trouble and costly wrongful-sale claims. Understanding the basic framework and staying on top of compliance requirements protects your business from one of the…
This is a news item published by Inside Self-Storage on July 20, 2026, reporting on the first quarter financial results of UK self-storage operator Big Yellow Group for their 2026 fiscal year.
When evaluating potential loans, self-storage owners often focus on interest rate and total costs, but there’s a more critical factor. The monthly payment directly impacts a company’s cash flow, operational flexibility and ability to weather unexpected challenges. This is why some borrowers are considering express…
This is a news report from Inside Self-Storage, published July 20, 2026, covering a $9 million equity investment by Storage Central to support self-storage expansion in East Africa.
This is a deal announcement published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 reporting that RedBox, a self-storage operator in Asia, completed an acquisition of a 17-asset portfolio that doubled its presence in Hong Kong.
This is a news item published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 reporting on the return of three self-storage valuation and advisory experts—Greg Becker, Chris Lassiter, and Chris Sonne—to Cushman & Wakefield.
This is a news article published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 reporting on New Windsor, New York's Town Board consideration of a proposed six-month moratorium on self-storage facilities and comparable uses.
This is a news article published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 announcing the launch of a self-storage insurance offering by Amwins Program Underwriters.
There are two critical forces reshaping the self-storage investment landscape right now, and they're changing the way buyers and sellers approach every deal. Unprecedented supply continues while housing turnover remains low, creating a perfect storm of stagnant occupancy and compressed pricing. A real estate…
This is a news article published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 reporting on a lawsuit settlement between Extra Space Storage, a self-storage REIT, and the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection. The item covers a legal matter involving the self-storage sector with relevance to New York City operations.
This is an article published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 in which Mark Helm discusses Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and its application to self-storage marketing. The piece provides an overview of GEO as a marketing approach relevant to the self-storage sector.
This is a news article published by Inside Self-Storage on July 9, 2026, reporting that real estate firm The Ardent Cos. has formed a third self-storage fund and secured investment capital from StepStone Group.
This is a news article published by Inside Self-Storage on July 9, 2026, reporting on the Atlanta City Council's passage of a 180-day moratorium on self-storage development in the city.
This is a news item published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 reporting on QuikStor's integration of its self-storage software with SiteWare's audit and task-management platform. The article covers a proptech development in the self-storage sector.
This is a video seminar published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 featuring Darren Kelley of Right Move Storage discussing strategies for improving ancillary revenue in self-storage facilities.
Developing and breaking ground on a self-storage project is exciting, but it comes with challenges that can lead to costly mistakes. In this article, you’ll learn about three common pitfalls that can derail your construction timeline and budget, and get advice to help you avoid them. The author will help you…
This is a deal-transaction report published by Inside Self-Storage on July 8, 2026, announcing that Storage Star completed 60 self-storage facility acquisitions during the second quarter of 2026 as part of an expansion of its national footprint.
This is a sector report published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 covering self-storage development activity and zoning matters for that month.
The self-storage renter is changing. In fact, your “future” customer is already here, and they have steep expectations about the service your facility provides, comparing it to their experiences with businesses like Amazon, DoorDash and Uber. Do you understand what they want and how to provide it? This article…
This is a news item published by Inside Self-Storage on July 7, 2026, announcing that Shurgard Self Storage will release interim financial results for the first half of fiscal year 2026.
This is a deal announcement published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 reporting the acquisition of XPS Solutions, a self-storage call center and remote-management firm, by Warehouse Anywhere, a logistics provider.
This is a deal-transaction article published by Inside Self-Storage on July 7, 2026, reporting on Finnish self-storage operator Cityvarasto's acquisition of competitor Kenguruvarastot Oy to expand its presence in the Helsinki market.
This is a news article published by Inside Self-Storage in July 2026 about StorSafe Self Storage in Rockledge, Florida considering the restoration of a historic sign featuring an "Orange Man" figure.