Apr
28

Preparing the Kids and Pets For a Long Distance Move

Moving long distance can have its benefits, but there's also stress involved. A lot of that stress can revolve around trying to move children and pets, because there are entertainment and logistical issues that have to be addressed. So what can be done to make it easier on everyone? How can you help your children and your pets get from one place to another on a long distance move with a minimum of fuss? Fortunately, there are a lot of different options that can be considered so kids and pets can be a part of a long distance move and...

Oct
11

Turning Trash Into Treasure

Some of the most fortunate people are those who see treasure where others see trash. Retired NYC sanitation worker Nelson Molina is one such person: after seeing scores of collectibles and other still-useful items while working his collection route, he began to save the items to create the "Treasures in the Trash Museum." Originally started in his work locker, the museum now takes up an entire warehouse floor in East Harlem. The collection, , which contains items that range from vintage typewriters to shelves full of Furbies, does not have public visiting hours, but can be seen by...

Aug
25

How to Set Up Your Rental Storage Units For Easy Access

Is your home becoming overcrowded with things you don’t use? Storage units can help you save space and your belongings! Rental storage spaces offer surveillance, vehicle storage, climate control, and easy access to your belongings. However, storage units can become over cluttered even for those who aren’t pack rats! People who don’t prepare typically dig through their boxes to find what they’re looking for. This can take hours, so preparation is crucial. If you’re accessing your rental storage units regularly, having an access plan is key. Here are tips for how to set up your rental storage units for easy...

Aug
18

Get Ahead Scholarship Winner - Caitlyn J. Schnur

We received hundreds of applications for our Fall 2017 "Get Ahead Scholarship" from all over the United States including Puerto Rico. They range in age from 18 to 49 and majoring in everything from medicine to computer science.  With all this talented applicants, the task of selecting a winner was a difficult one, but at the end, there was a clear winner, Caitlyn Jane Schnur, Vermilion High School Graduate and recently enrolled at Ohio University.

The opportunities available to me through Peer Leadership helped me develop more as an individual. The experiences I had were eye opening and the new...

Aug
10

How Ecommerce Companies Run Their Business From Personal Storage Space

In the days of old, business owners would have a brick and mortar store to stockpile their inventory.

But with the rise of e-commerce businesses, owners are finding they're not able to find a place for their inventory.

If you're one of these business owners, you are looking for an efficient and convenient way to keep all of your items in one place. You may currently be using an unused room in your home, or stockpiling things in random places throughout your personal space.

But there are other options. Read on to learn how personal storage spaces are the ideal...

Jul
05

How To Prepare For A Long Distance Move

No matter where you're moving to, a long distance move is an enormous undertaking. Moving down the street or in the same city is stressful enough, but moving across the country can be terrifying.

When expenses start popping up, you may be wondering if there's anything you can do to make your move easier.
You're in luck. There are tons of tips out there to help you prepare for the best of them. We're here with 10 of the most helpful.

How to prepare for a long distance move

Estimate a budget

The very first thing you should do...

Jun
20

What are the benefits of a self storage aggregator?

Marketing is expensive. You can spend thousands on print and digital marketing to get the exposure you need. SEO is an ever-changing target and maintaining a place at the top of the SERPs requires massive investments in both time and money. When self storage operators try to go it alone, they will find that they must part with substantial sums of money before they ever see any results. It may take months of testing and adjustments to your marketing strategy before you start to see it driving customers to you. In the meantime, you are dealing with a large expense and lower revenue....

Jun
08

The 10 Best Places To Travel In The United States

Who said you had to travel abroad to have a great time? You can join the millions of other domestic and international travelers who spent $683.1 billion on leisurely travels in America (in 2016).

There are plenty of great places to see right here in the homeland. If you’re like most people, you haven’t traveled to more than a handful of states.

You can change this by planning your next vacation to one of the best places to travel in America. At least, this way, you won’t have to worry about hiccups in your travels due to President Trump’s travel...

May
01

5 Creative Uses for Your Storage Unit

It's impressive what you can do with a small, box-like space when you add a little creativity into the mix. A self-storage unit is a great example of this. Does an oversize closet really just have to be used for storing the things you no longer have room for?

Actually, no! Self-storage can offer more than just extra space for your things. With a little bit of out-of-the-box thinking, you can find many uses for self-storage that don't have anything to do with the storage part.

Keep in mind, how you use a unit depends on your needs and...

Apr
21

How Self Storage Units Can Save You Money

Is your home getting too small because of all of your possessions?

You are not the only one who is in the same overcrowded boat. Businesses, students, and families are now using storage units to save money while keeping their belongings safe.

Now your are probably wondering, "How will investing in storage units actually save me money?"

The answer is quite simple. While living expenses are getting bigger, so is rent. Storage units are a cheaper alternative to keeping all of your possessions without being forced to pay for a bigger rent just because you have...