Whether you own and operate a self storage facility or you’re a tenant who is storing valuable belongings, security is the top priority. Our 6Storage software offers top-notch security features to ensure your stored items stay safe, but there are other precautions that storage facility owners can encourage tenants to utilize to create added security....

SSA Trade Show The team traveled to New Orleans last week for the SSA Spring Conference! They met great people, learned so much, and had a wonderful time sharing 6Storage technology with everyone there, and now they’re thrilled to share a recap of their experience with you. Day-by-day Recap Day 1: Michelle, Jessika, Alyssa, and Tyler...

Pros & Cons of Manned and Unmanned Facilities Manned and unmanned storage facilities feature their own sets of pros and cons, but no matter your preference for managing your facility, 6Storage can help. Manned Storage Facilities  Manned storage facilities feature the best of both worlds. They can use technology for entry, payments, and more, but...

Self storage is a hot industry that doesn’t show signs of slowing down. Whether you’re thinking about opening your first or fifth self storage facility, there is always one important challenge to address- how will you get funding?  For some, this challenge will seem more daunting than others. But with the right planning, you’ll be...

Many businesses struggle during the winter, and the self-storage industry is no exception. Winter is not the best time for decluttering, cleaning, home decorating, or moving, which are the most common situations when people rent storage units. These activities are minimized, and the number of people looking for self-storage is significantly reduced compared to the...

Every storage owner’s worst nightmare is finding out that his or her self storage has been abandoned. And, you don’t know what is worse – having self storage that is unpaid for or having self storage that is still full of somebody’s stuff. When this situation lasts for months, it can turn into a big...