Mirela Mohan
Mirela is a senior writer at Yardi, covering property management technology, proptech and the growing role of AI across the built environment. After contributing to several Yardi divisions, including CoworkingCafe, StorageCafe and RentCafe, she now creates content for Yardi.com. Outside of work, Mirela enjoys reading, hiking and creating art. You can contact Mirela via email.
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32 Most Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about Self Storage for Renters

Navigating the world of self storage can be tricky and there are many aspects that require thorough understanding before an informed decision can be made about renting a storage locker. Here, at STORAGECafé, we’ve compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions about self storage from types of storage, amenities, and different uses of storage units to help you make the best decision concerning your storage needs. Let’s take a look at what other self storage customers have been wondering about.

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What Can Storage Wars Teach You about Self Storage?

Interested in renting a storage unit? Knowing the ins and outs of storage can be very helpful when you’re about to use the service. Storage Wars, a show that has put the spotlight on storage, has provided, through the years, a wealth of information on the subject. The popularity of Storage Wars has inspired many to either be more likely to rent storage or to be on the lookout for storage auctions, drawn in by the exotic and often valuable finds at the auctions depicted in the show.

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9 Easy DIY’s to Repurpose Your Old Furniture

We are all guilty of having old pieces of furniture collecting dust in our storage. It may be their sentimental value or their extravagant price point that are preventing you from getting rid of them. Whatever the case may be, instead of neglecting or disposing of these items, Zoocasa, a Canadian real estate website, has come up with a few ways you can redesign and repurpose old furniture.

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College Storage Solutions: 16 Practical Tips for Students

Moving-in day is both an exciting and a challenging time for students. Whether you just left your parents’ home or you’re starting a new college year, you will want to ace your organization game. At this point, things get complicated because you have to figure out how to make all your belongings fit into your new living space. Rest assured – there are many ways in which you can make organization and storage feel like a breeze. Here are 16 college storage solutions that will help you make the most of your dorm room living space.