How Self Storage Can Help Event Planners
When you attend a great event, you rarely think about the choreography happening behind the curtain or after the last guest leaves. Unless, of course, you’re an event planner — an industry that has grown 8.6% per year on average over the five years between 2020 and 2025. It shows no signs of slowing down either, as small businesses and event planners continue to carve out their place across America.
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$3 Billion In Self Storage Sales In 2024 Pave The Way For A Strong 2025
The self storage industry had a big year in 2024, with 822 properties sold for a total of $3 billion. More than 51 million square feet of storage space changed hands, making up 2% of the country’s total inventory. Investor demand stayed strong, fueled by the sector’s steady cash flow and ability to perform well in diverse market conditions.
21 Strangest Things People Have Put In Self Storage: The Funny, The Odd, The Moving
If you find yourself wondering about the strangest things people put in self storage, then fasten your seatbelt. A third of Americans are currently using self storage — that’s a lot, and odds are that quite a few interesting stories have cropped up in our national cabinet of curiosities.
RV Revamp: Fresh Ideas For A Complete Camper Makeover
RV travel is more popular than ever. More than half of Americans have an RV road trip on their bucket list, dreaming of open roads and unforgettable stops. With RV shipments rising by 9.4% in 2024 compared to the previous year, the RV lifestyle seems to be holding its appeal — especially among millennials craving freedom, flexibility and a deeper connection with nature.
From Clutter To Cash: What’s Worth Holding Onto For Future Gains
Remember that unopened LEGO Pirates Black Seas Barracuda set you received as a kid? It could now be worth a pretty penny — up to $6,000! And your childhood favorite Mario game, stashed away in storage, might fetch hundreds or even thousands of dollars, depending on its rarity and nostalgic appeal.
Top Moving Destinations In Florida: Suburbs Emerge As Top Spots For Homeownership Dreams
After nearly a decade as the top migration destination in the U.S., Florida fell to second place in 2023, surpassed by Texas. Nonetheless, the state continues to attract and retain out-of-state residents at impressive levels, despite pandemic-related disruptions to mobility and ongoing economic challenges. According to our interstate migration study based on the latest data from the U.S. Census, approximately 1,755 people moved into Florida per day in 2023, while 1,380 left, resulting in a net gain of 375 new Florida residents daily — or 137,000 people over the year.
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