When should you hire a storage manager? Learn when it makes sense, what to pay, and how the right hire can boost your facility’s performance.

Big REITs dropping rates? Don’t follow blindly. Learn how independent storage owners can compete smart, build loyalty, and grow sustainably.

Are your storage fees helping or hurting your business? Learn which fees to charge, avoid, and how to boost revenue without losing tenants.

New to managing a storage facility? In this episode, we cover fee structures, billing tips, and setup strategies that top operators use every day.

Self-storage is evolving fast. In this episode, we dive into automation, online rentals, and how CCStorage helps facilities grow with less overhead.

Marketing your self storage facility just got smarter! In this episode of the Self Storage Insight Podcast, Ben Shirey chats with ChatGPT to explore how AI can help you optimize your Google Business Profile, run targeted ads, and make data-driven decisions—all on a budget. Whether you're new to AI or looking to up your game, this episode shows how easy (and powerful) it can be.

Managing a self-storage facility isn’t as simple as it seems—especially for first-time owners. In our latest episode, we chat with Peter Smyth & Alex Hartman of White Label Storage about the biggest challenges storage operators face, from tenant management to revenue optimization.

Insurance costs are skyrocketing, and many facility owners are unknowingly underinsured. In the latest episode, I sit down with Terry Campbell of Johnson Insurance to discuss the biggest risks in self-storage, why insurance rates are rising, and how his team is bringing top-tier customer service to the industry.

Looking to simplify self-storage underwriting? Cactus, led by CEO Tyler Sellars, automates data input, enriches insights with market data, and delivers accurate forecasts—all in one intuitive platform. Say goodbye to manual Excel headaches and hello to faster, smarter investment analysis.

I recently had the chance to demo the product, and I truly believe it’s going to revolutionize the self-storage underwriting experience! Don’t just take my word for it—try it yourself with a 7-day free trial using the link app.trycactus.com/demo/?ref=bentz

Confused about credit card disputes and chargebacks? In the latest episode of the Self Storage Insight Podcast, Ben Shirey breaks down what disputes are, why they happen, and how to respond effectively to protect your cash flow.

Learn how to win disputes, avoid processing issues, and keep your business running smoothly. Don’t let disputes derail your revenue—listen now!