Why hasn’t self storage caught on in the North?
Most of the major self storage firms don’t have facilities in the north of England – why should this be?
Money matters
Plastic boxes: good for self storage?
Many self storage companies stock plastic boxes as part of their box shop range. They are more expensive than cardboard boxes. Are they worth the extra cost?
Big Yellow announces 22% growth in profits
A 22% growth in profits before tax on the previous year was the headline result from Big Yellow’s 2011 annual report. The company, Britain’s leading self storage firm, was able to announce a very impressive set of achievements which indicate how far it has come since the recession of 2008.
Self storage and free van hire
Many self storage companies offer free van hire to help you move in. But is this really a good deal? That depends largely on how much stuff you plan to transport.
What happens when a self storage customer goes bankrupt?
The recession has caused record-breaking numbers of people and businesses to declare bankruptcy. Some of them may be the clients of self storage companies. So what happens next?
UK home rental costs hit record high
For anyone looking to find affordable rented accommodation in the private sector, the latest news will be unwelcome: average home rental costs hit a record high in April according to LSL Property Services, the UK’s biggest letting agency network.
Are there hidden treasures in your self storage unit?
The Antiques Roadshow, Cash in the Attic, Bargain Hunt… they all hold out the promise of a dream find that could improve your net worth dramatically, if not transform your life. Could it be lurking in your self storage unit?
Self storage thefts call for vigilance ‒ and insurance!
A series of thefts and attempted thefts from self storage facilities in recent weeks serve to remind the industry of the need to review security and insurance.
Self storage and the housing market
Self storage is often thought to be economically entwined with the fortunes of the housing market, a link that can’t be overstated. According to Big Yellow’s 2010 Annual Report, almost 60% of their customers were people storing goods while moving house.
How much does self storage in London cost?
In the second of our series of blog articles focusing on self storage in London, we look at pricing. Do Londoners have to pay more for storage in the capital city?
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