Self-storage guides for independent operators
Short, practical guides from the team behind Storage Facility Creator, written for the owner or manager who runs a small facility and wants the work to take less of the day.
- Migration
How to move a self-storage facility off spreadsheets
A working plan to move a small self-storage facility from spreadsheets to self storage software for small operators: clean-up, CSV import, first rent run.
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- Collections
Handling late storage tenants at a small facility
How to deal with late tenants in self storage at a small facility: grace period, late fees, reminders, overlocks and lien dates, the same way every month.
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- Payments
Getting storage tenants onto autopay
Self storage autopay at a small facility: the auto-pay benefits, getting a card on file at move-in and from current tenants, and handling declined cards.
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- Team
What unlimited users means for a two-person storage facility
Unlimited users self storage software, explained for a two-person facility: who needs a login, which roles to give them, and why per-seat pricing hurts.
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- Buying guide
Choosing self storage software as a small operator
Self storage software for small operators: how to compare vendors on published pricing, no sales call, the trial, and the mistakes to avoid when buying.
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- Mini storage
Mini storage software: what a small facility needs
Mini storage software for a small facility: the tenant ledger, autopay, past-due list, opt-in texting and lease tools you need, and what you can skip.
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- Move-ins
How to rent out a storage unit: a move-in checklist
A storage unit move-in checklist for small operators: quote and prorate, sign the lease, check ID, get insurance proof, set up autopay, test the gate code.
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- Boat and RV storage
Boat and RV storage software: what a small lot needs
What boat and RV storage software must handle at a small lot or marina: sizes in feet, pricing by length, vehicle records, insurance proof and autopay.
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- Insurance
Tracking tenant insurance at a storage facility or marina
How to require and track tenant insurance at a small storage facility, RV lot or marina: the lease clause, proof at move-in, and catching expired policies.
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