Archive for February, 2007
SelfStorageNet.com launched new online self-storage facility search engine that offers consumers an option of receiving free rent quotes from self-storage facilities they select.
The search engine draws from a comprehensive database of over 30,000 U.S. self-storage facilities, according to the company. Users start by clicking a state on a USA map, which then presents a list of cities.
Once a city is selected, the website presents an extensive list of self-storage facilities to choose from. Users then have the option of selecting desired facilities and then clicking a “Get-A-Quote” button to receive a free rental rate quote for the type and size of storage unit they’re looking for.
Each of the self-storage facilities also maintains a separate in-depth listing for their facility that includes detailed information such as photos, maps, customer reviews, facility amenities, contact information and hours of operation.
I’d recommend this for self-storage operators of all sizes. The Internet is the place to be, and selfstoragenet.com is a strategic online location for a search engine like this. Click here to learn more about the opportunity.
February 7th, 2007
You’ve probably heard of self-storage facilities offering eBay drop off stores, but have you visited eBay recently and typed in “self-storage”? It yields some interesting results.
You can bid on metal buildings with starting prices of $18,000 or mystery auctions for the contents of abandoned units starting at $14.99. You can bid on the purchase of moving.bz with a starting price of $1 million - yes $1 million. Or you can bid on individual units as a tenant.
This isn’t the strangest stuff you can buy on eBay. Some people were selling snow this winter, for crying out loud. This is not only a strategic use of this platform, it’s a great convenience for bidders and a smart way to bring greater awareness to the industry. I’m going to check into this more and report back. For now, check it out for yourself by typing in “self-storage” in the search box of eBay.com.
February 6th, 2007
Self-storage is turning the heads of investors from coast to coast, but profitable self-storage investments demand more than location, location and location. Indeed, although many tried and true investment principles apply to the self-storage landscape, maximizing profits from investments in this class of commercial property requires unique knowledge and skills that you can only get with experience.
Educational Resources, LLC, a consortium of leading self-storage firms providing strategic industry training, is offering that experience. Educational Resources is headed out to sea with a team of experienced consultants who will share insider secrets about how to invest in self-storage. The “Cruising to Self-Storage Development Profits” seminar will launch from Miami, Fla. on April 16-20, 2007.
The cruise setting is designed to help busy investors and developers mix business with pleasure as they build relationships with industry veterans who will share strategic insights they have learned over the past three decades. Educational Resources has a collective 50 years of experience in every aspect of self-storage — from feasibility to finance.
Click here to learn more abou this opportunity.
February 1st, 2007
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