Fine-Tuning Negotiation Skills: Navigating Commercial Real Estate Deals Like A Pro

The original blog post was written for commercial-real estate-training.com and is a valuable resource for commercial real estate agents seeking effective strategies to optimize their negotiation skills. The post lays out several stages where negotiation comes into play, from cold-call prospecting to presenting marketing facts, navigating property inspections, and closing deals. The author emphasizes constantly…

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Self-Storage Shuffle: $8.2M Sale Sends Boxes Packing in Fresno

Profile Piece: Cherry Ave Self Storage Transaction Overview The Cherry Ave Self Storage facility, a 1,085-unit property in Fresno, California, has been sold for $8.2 million. This strategic acquisition underscores the property’s prime location and the strong demand for self-storage solutions in the area. The transaction closed on May 15, 2024. Property Details Location: 1844…

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The Illusion of Success: Why Vanity Metrics Mislead in Self-Storage Marketing

The Misconception of Vanity Metrics in Self-Storage In the ever-evolving digital marketing landscape, one term frequently emerges, often misleadingly so: vanity metrics. These seemingly impressive figures, encompassing everything from likes and shares to page views and downloads, are often touted as indicators of success. However, in industries like self-storage, their effectiveness is highly questionable. As…

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Millennials On The Rise in Self-Storage Market

The self-storage sector is witnessing a notable change in its user demographic, according to a recent report covered by Bozeman Daily Chronicle. The study indicates a significant upswing in the number of younger people resorting to storing items in such facilities. In the tide of moving households or simply accumulating souvenirs, Millennials are occupying an…

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StorageMart Expands Indiana Presence with Innovative Indianapolis Facility

Picture: StorageMart Expands Indiana In a recent press release noted by listselfstorage.com, StorageMart, an internationally renowned self-storage company, it was announced the opening of its latest facility in Indianapolis, Indiana. Located on East Washington Street, this novel facility provides a solution for residents and businesses seeking secure, climate-controlled self-storage options. The new StorageMart location boasts…

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Buchanan Street Partners Expands Presence with Self-Storage Acquisition in Northern California

In a recent blog post from [Connect CRE], they dished the dirt on Buchanan Street Partners’ newest venture in Northern California. The Newport Beach-based real estate investment management firm has dipped its toes into the NorCal market by acquiring a 116,500-square-foot self-storage facility in Auburn for $20.75 million. But is this the juicy drama we…

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