The Best Self Storage Features Tenants Want Today

The Best Self Storage Features Tenants Want Today

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The self storage industry provides over 1.5 billion sq. ft. of rentable self storage space in the US. We partnered with StorageCafe to discuss the key self storage features and amenities renters want today.

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6 Myths About Property Managers & The Rental Housing Industry

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COVID-19 disrupted the rental housing industry in a fundamental way. In the midst of the pandemic, myths about the rental housing industry exploded. We’re going to look into some of those myths and set the record straight.

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How To Discuss NIMBY Property Issues With Residents

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Have you met a NIMBY? It stands for “Not In My Backyard,” and it refers to someone who claims to support development initiatives, until one is built near them. We’ll help you navigate tricky conversations with NIMBYs.

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Do Americans Want To Return To The Office, Or Is Remote Work Here To Stay?

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Nearly one-third of American employees worked remotely in 2019. However, that all changed in 2020, as the onset of COVID-19 kicked off the largest remote working shift of the century. Here’s what we learned.

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3 Reasons Self Storage Will Stay Strong In 2021

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Self storage was a stable haven in 2020, as sector fundamentals continued to strengthen compared to other commercial property asset types. We expect that trend to continue in 2021. Here’s why.

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5 Reasons Manufactured Housing Could Outperform The Market In 2021

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COVID-19 threatened the housing market and the economy, but manufactured housing rents and occupancy rates are back to pre-pandemic levels. Let’s explore what that means for 2021.

Coworking space in a multifamily property

How To Make The Perfect Coworking Space For Multifamily

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Remote employees and freelancers will soon make up a majority of the workforce (even post-pandemic). Your multifamily property could greatly benefit from a homey coworking space.

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