Moving From a House to an Apartment: What to Expect, How to Downsize & How Self Storage Helps
For some, moving from a house to an apartment is a financial decision. For others, it’s about simplifying life. Maybe the kids have moved out and half the house sits empty, or you’re approaching retirement and no longer want to spend weekends on repairs. Or perhaps you’ve been weighing the cost of buying a home and wondering whether renting simply makes more sense right now.
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Camping Gear Storage 101: From Cleaning to Containers
Feeling the wind in your hair and taking in the fresh air are just some of the perks of spending time in the great outdoors. But when you’re returning from your camping trip or your weekend getaway spent hiking, you’re left with organizing and putting away your gear. It’s not advisable to leave it in your garage among other household items – they can get damaged in time, and next time you embark on an outdoorsy trip you’re likely to dig through piles of tools, camping chairs and other garage “regulars” to find all your camping gear. Proper camping gear storage can help you avoid this situation. That’s why we’ve put together a guide below to help you care for your gear, organize it and properly store it:
Behind The Roll-Up Doors: REITs Expand To Own A Third Of The Self Storage Market
What began as a modest family business in a small Texas town has, over the last 60 years, grown into a $20.53 billion industry, boasting over 2 billion square feet of rentable space across the U.S. With demand for space growing amid increasing urbanization trends, rising home prices and evolving storage needs, the self storage sector attracted the attention of institutional investors, gradually minimizing the gap between traditionally owned properties and real estate investment trusts (REITs).
What To Do If Your Storage Unit Is Hit By A Natural Disaster
If you rent self storage and a natural disaster has hit your unit, now is the time to stay calm and plan wisely. Contact your facility, ask for a report of the damage and assess the unit yourself, then get ready to file a claim if you’ve got insurance. That may be the insurance provided by your storage facility or your homeowners’ insurance, which usually covers about 10% of the loss resulting from the damage. However, many insurance policies do not offer coverage for natural disasters like earthquakes, wildfires or floods.
Out With The Old, In With Self Storage: U.S. Cities Convert Industrial, Retail Spaces Into Storage Facilities
Self storage construction has surged in recent decades, driven by the industry’s ability to provide flexible solutions to life’s challenges — whether it’s dislocation, divorce, death or the need to downsize. With living space increasingly at a premium in urban centers, it’s no surprise that self storage has become an essential resource. The sector has risen to meet this demand, building an impressive inventory of nearly 2 billion square feet nationwide, with over 90% of that space delivered in the last four decades.
How The USPS Change Of Address Works
You’re moving, so you already packed everything, rented a storage unit, and hired a truck. However, there’s still one important thing you must do – the USPS change of address– and that task should be completed by the time you actually start living in your new house.
How To Safely Store Family Heirlooms And Cherished Keepsakes
Family heirlooms and cherished keepsakes hold significant memories and stories. These items connect us to our past and reflect our family’s history. However, without proper storage, they can easily become damaged or lost. However, knowing how to safely store family heirlooms and cherished keepsakes is important. Following a few simple steps, you can protect these valuable items and keep them in good condition for future generations. Let’s explore the best ways to care for your treasured possessions.
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