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The 6 Best Self-Storage Marketing Tips

October 24, 2023

In the business of self-storage, there are really successful entities and there are some that are marginally successful. “Over 21% of Americans currently use self-storage,” according to StorageCafe.com. That translates to 1 in 5 Americans using self-storage. There are few good reasons why a self-storage business isn’t thriving and almost at capacity based on the demand and need for self-storage by average Americans. Our experience reveals that it often is […]

The Impact of the Pandemic on Commercial Real Estate Continues

October 24, 2023

Commercial real estate in 2023 reflects a shift in how business is done. After the past three years, the tenant pool continues to drive changes in commercial real estate. We all breathe a collective sigh of relief that much of life is normal. It remains clear that most industries, commercial real estate included, are in transition from pre-2020 to post-2020 operations. This transition period could last a while. Buckle up. […]

When to Outsource Your Self- Storage Facility Maintenance

October 10, 2023

One part of running a great self-storage business is regular facility maintenance. If you’re new to self-storage ownership or you’re considering self-storage as an investment, read on. In addition to tenant acquisition, collecting rent, and marketing your self-storage, regular maintenance is necessary to keep your business in excellent condition. Maintenance can be a full-time job by itself. Additionally, if the workload has become too much to handle or you don’t […]

3 Ways AI Can Increase Self-Storage Revenue

September 27, 2023

The self-storage industry is a great way to build your business portfolio. Self-storage is a constantly growing market due to the demand for personal and commercial storage. In an industry that seems to takes the highs and lows with ease, it is always interesting to see how new technology will impact the business. In the last 6 months, the movement toward the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in many industries […]

5 Errors in Property Management & How to Avoid Them

September 27, 2023

Property management has changed in the last three years and shifted from a space management position to more of an activity management position. A property manager is responsible for the management of buildings, administration, hiring, supervision, and maintenance services. There is a lot that goes into the management of buildings, management of human resources and maintaining a property below these big titles when you put it all on paper. As a […]

4 Top CRM for Self-Storage

September 12, 2023

Customer resource management (CRM) is an essential tool for self-storage businesses. The fast pace of today’s world dictates that information management be fast and accessible 24/7. The days of papers and files are likely over, and there are great tools to work simply, efficiently and maximize profits. The purpose of CRM software is to manage customer information, track service issues, manage marketing and to generate reports for sales opportunities. Additionally, […]

The Importance of a Strong Rental Agreement

August 30, 2023

Running a self-storage business comes with challenges like every business. One of the main areas of concern is the rental agreement and the protection it offers both business owner and renter. In the unfortunate event that a renter defaults on his or her payments, the rental agreement should offer protection to the owner who now needs to clean out the space and find a new tenant.   If you’re not […]

AI Technologies & Commercial Real Estate

August 30, 2023

The buzz topic of the moment is currently the use of AI technologies in just about every area of life. AI stands for artificial intelligence. AI is a machine tool programmed with a predetermined language and set of answers. As prompts by humans (in the form of questions) are plugged into the machine, the intelligence of the machine evolves and grows. While it contains vast amounts of information already, the […]

Commercial Property & the Impact of High Interest Rates

August 21, 2023

For the last year, every business news channel has covered rising interest rates and the impact on different groups of people. The commercial real estate sector continues to see changes in lending related to higher interest rates. Commercial lending differs from residential mortgage lending in several ways, but it still remains a challenge to secure the financing for business ventures that was once easier to obtain.   How commercial lending […]

Self-Storage Showcase: Great Opportunities Currently Available

August 7, 2023

Entrepreneurs on the hunt for great properties rely on Weaver Realty to locate the best opportunities for self-storage expansion. The self-storage industry continues to boom in Florida. The following properties are currently available only through the Argus Self-Storage Network.   Development site: Normandy Blvd in Jacksonville, Florida This opportunity is a solid development site of 8.27 acres. Business owners will be designing and building their dream self-storage property from the […]