Publisher's Picks

Publisher's Picks
Publisher's Picks

Look Who’s Talking – Rachel Parham, President of Noah’s Ark Development

Heading into the fourth quarter, it’s safe to say that 2021 has been a fairly profitable year for the self-storage industry. Rental...
0
Read more
Publisher's Picks

The Miracle Of Mobility: StorageGives Assists The Disabled

To those of us who live in the U.S. and in most other advanced countries, obtaining a basic wheelchair is not difficult....
0
Read more
Publisher's Picks

Information Influx: Making Dollars And Sense Of Data

The dictionary defines data as “facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis.” In this digital world, in which facts and...
0
Read more
Publisher's Picks

Spotting Impaired Workers: Employers Tackle Costly Drug Misuse

The employee’s request had a certain degree of logic. He had just received a prescription for medical marijuana from a naturopathic physician....
0
Read more
Insurance & Risk Management

The Price Of Protection: Coverage Challenges Climb For Carriers And Policyholders

Insurance is one of the highest costs for self-storage facility owners. While it’s always subject to increases, this is especially true with...
0
Read more
Publisher's Picks

Building Your Brand: It’s the DNA of Your Business

Close your eyes and imagine a Jeep. What do you see around it? People typically see Jeeps in the great outdoors, maybe...
0
Read more
Publisher's Picks

Take A Safe Route: Mapping Out The Lien Sale Process For Titled Property

Selling personal property from a self-storage unit is one thing, but what happens when there is titled property, such as motorcycles,...
0
Read more
Publisher's Picks

Out With The Old: Five Tips For Becoming More Innovative

When you really need new ideas or fresh thinking or a creative solution to a challenge, a typical, day-to-day approach in your...
0
Read more
Covid-19

Costly Claims: New Risks In Workers’ Compensation

Just as many employers are getting workers’ compensation premiums and related costs under control, the COVID pandemic is introducing new hazards to...
0
Read more
Publisher's Picks

Look Who’s Talking – Tron Jordheim, founder of the Self Storage Hawaii unConference

There’s an old proverb that “all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.” Nevertheless, according to...
0
Read more
Publisher's Picks

Look Who’s Talking – Bruce Jordan, AIA, president, Jordan Architects Inc.

Do you remember when self-storage facilities were basic? In the industry’s infancy, they consisted of rows of single-story metal “sheds” with roll-up...
0
Read more
Publisher's Picks

The Supply Chain Challenge: Businesses Bolster Inventories, Woo Suppliers To Keep Customers Happy

Businesses are grappling with recurring supply chain issues in the wake of a rebounding American economy, shipping disruptions caused by the Russia-Ukraine...
0
Read more
Publisher's Picks

Drowning In Debt: What Do I Do If My Tenant Files Bankruptcy?

It is crucial that a self-storage owner takes all the appropriate steps when advised that a tenant is bankrupt. Handling this matter properly...
0
Read more
Publisher's Picks

Legitimate Lien Sales: Special Units Need Special Auctions 

Unlike what you see in reality TV shows, most abandoned units stored at self-storage facilities are not filled to the brim with...
0
Read more
Publisher's Picks

Charity Storage Facility Manager Spotlight: Charles Ruiz Helps Security Public Storage Give Back

When a tenant moves out of a storage unit and has unwanted items, they often face the following questions: What do I...
0
Read more
Issues

Do You Have A Silent Partner? Detecting Fraud In Self Storage

Why Is Employee Theft Common in Self Storage? Many self-storage owners, real estate developers, professionals and entrepreneurs are not...
0
Read more
Management

Pulse On Performance: Are Your Operational Goals On Track?

It’s a great time to be in the self-storage industry, isn’t it? It is also a great time to check on where...
0
Read more
Construction & Development

Pricing Pains: Construction Costs Cause Concern

Widespread market volatility from the COVID-19 pandemic’s ongoing supply chain disruptions, the Russia-Ukraine war, and inflation are causing unwelcome ripples through much...
0
Read more
Operations

The Occupancy Objective: Don’t Leave Money On The Table

There are so many urban legends that just will not die: the Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, and aliens at Area 51. Another...
0
Read more
Management

Focus On Commercial Tenants: Adding Profits To The Bottom Line

The self-storage industry has developed dozens of specialty products over the past decades to add an element of product diversity and accommodate...
0
Read more
Construction & Development

Construction Financing Still Strong

Unsettled world events may have an affect later in year The self-storage industry has been experiencing a financing windfall...
0
Read more
Construction & Development

Kings Of Steel: Mako-Rabco Merger Brings Expertise Nationwide

A few decades ago, a handful of ambitious 20-somethings working in the light-steel construction industry had a similar vision. Though 2,400 miles...
0
Read more
Publisher's Picks

Digital Daze: Is Technology A Leading Or Bleeding Edge?

It’s everywhere. Virtually everyone uses it. It defines modern life, with both good and bad effects. And it keeps changing and growing.
1
Read more
Issues

Dealing With OSHA: More Inspections, Greater Citations Ahead

Employers trying to avoid costly OSHA citations are facing new challenges in the form of heightened enforcement activity and greater liability for...
0
Read more
Legal Issues

Liability Issues Involving Mold

Mold is a naturally occurring condition arising from moisture. In self-storage, that moisture can arise from a defect in the ventilation of...
0
Read more
Publisher's Picks

Burglaries Without Break-Ins: New Type Of Theft Challenges Outdated Ideas About Locks  

A crafty burglar arrested in Texas is making the news in self-storage circles. He is suspected of breaking into units in various...
0
Read more
123...5Page 1 of 5

Publisher's Picks

Publisher's Picks0

The Miracle Of Mobility: StorageGives Assists The Disabled

To those of us who live in the U.S. and in most other advanced countries, obtaining a...
Read more
Publisher's Picks0

Information Influx: Making Dollars And Sense Of Data

The dictionary defines data as “facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis.” In this digital...
Read more
Publisher's Picks0

Spotting Impaired Workers: Employers Tackle Costly Drug Misuse

The employee’s request had a certain degree of logic. He had just received a prescription for medical...
Read more
Insurance & Risk Management0

The Price Of Protection: Coverage Challenges Climb For Carriers And Policyholders

Insurance is one of the highest costs for self-storage facility owners. While it’s always subject to increases,...
Read more
Publisher's Picks0

Building Your Brand: It’s the DNA of Your Business

Close your eyes and imagine a Jeep. What do you see around it? People typically see Jeeps...
Read more

Blog

0

Running 100 Miles Is a Lot Like Starting a Business

There are some things that are commonly considered off limits, if not crazy. Things like running 100 miles or...
Read more
0

Self Storage Consultancy 101: What a Self Storage Consultant Does and Why You Need One

Occupancy rates and rents at self storage facilities are at record highs, drawing investors and entrepreneurs looking for growth...
Read more
0

Self-Storage Demand Rises as Sales of Boats and RVs Soar

Call it cause and effect.  Call it the sign of the times.  But it’s happening.  Sales of boats and...
Read more
0

Social Media Content Ideas for Self Storage Facilities

Increase Self Storage Facility Occupancy with Social Media Strategy   Social Media is one of the best ways to reach your...
Read more
0

Capital Expenses, What to Include in Your Plan and Budget

Demand for storage and profit potential is certainly a driving force behind the growth of the self storage industry,...
Read more
Mini-Storage Messenger
MiniCo Publishing has been the leading provider of educational information and analytic tools for the self-storage industry. MiniCo produces a variety of industry-specific resources including Magazines, Books, and other Educational Products.
Contact us: info@ministoragemessenger.com

POPULAR POSTS

POPULAR CATEGORIES

© © 2021 MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC. All rights reserved.
subscribe