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In today’s economy, many families see downsizing as a solution to the increased cost of living. As a result, self-storage demand remains steady and continues to be a wise investment. In a clever blog on The Four D’s, the Self Storage Association explains the various life events that lead to the need for self-storage. (SSA) […]

Now that the holidays are over, many people are cleaning out their homes, closets, cupboards, and garages. It happens every December. The calendar hits December 26, and people do one of two things. They head to the stores to return items that don’t fit, or they begin to purge. What many individuals find in the

We recently showcased the latest properties in Florida available through the Argus Self-Storage Network. Today, let’s look at the best properties available in Georgia. Alma Affordable Self-Storage in Alma, Georgia This great property is the perfect addition to an existing self-storage portfolio. This property is situated on 0.73 acres and features a single building of

Many people love to decorate their homes for the holidays. Some people love decorating not just for Christmas, but also for New Year’s Day, Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, Independence Day, and more. There seems to be one beautiful and fun relative in every family who makes the holidays come alive with their decorations

At Coastal Storage, one of our favorite things is exploring self-storage properties. We see endless possibilities with every single property we come across. Today, let’s look at some great properties currently available in Florida. Manatee Storage and Workshops – Bradenton, FL This property is a gem. It features 6 concrete block buildings with 36,000 gross

When renting a storage unit to store personal items, one might think that anything can be stored. As a renter, it’s important to read the contract with the self-storage business and know exactly what is permitted in storage and what is not. There are important reasons that these rules exist about what is not permitted

Safe, long-term storage of appliances is sometimes necessary. Self-storage businesses come in handy when you have bigger items to store to give more living space at home or during a time of transition. Storing appliances is not as simple as storing items like furniture or boxes, but it’s not difficult either. Follow these simple steps

A recent discussion among self-storage owners is the issue of storing lithium-ion batteries. It’s very likely that there are some of these batteries stored in every self-storage facility across the country. Since self-storage owners do not monitor what is stored and rely on the honor system of a binding contract, it’s impossible to know what’s

Savvy self-storage owners are wise to consider the potential niches that benefit from their service. One niche is home staging. Home staging is a service offered by many designers to help sell a house more quickly. A beautifully designed and well-appointed home will show better and sell quicker than a home full of stuff that

Florida’s temperate climate means minimal preparation is needed for self-storage units. However, hurricane season and regular maintenance are important to ensure smooth business operations and avoid frustration. Read about hurricane prep here. By contrast, preparing for winter is necessary in many cold-weather states to prevent freezing issues and protect belongings. The following prevention strategies help