Category: Self storage

In this video, Ewen shares tips for self storage operators to secure optimal lending rates. Key points include: Get in touch if you want to optimise your interest rates and boost cash flow. The Essential SME Checklist for Growth + Profitability Click here to download our Essential SME Checklist for Growth + Profitability; your roadmap to amplifying profitability and unlocking growth potential for SME businesses.

Ewen shares the latest insights on the self storage industry for spring 2024. Discover key trends, including increasing demand and rising rental rates, and get expert tips on reviewing pricing strategies, maximising occupancy, and managing key business costs.. Learn how expanding your facility could help offset rising expenses and boost profitability. The specialist team at…

In Ewen’s latest self storage industry video, discover the essential strategies for running a successful self storage business in 2024. Learn about: Customer Service: How to exceed expectations and encourage referrals.Gathering Feedback: The importance of reviews and testimonials.Site Selection: Choosing the right location based on demographics.Expense Control: Identifying and managing essential vs. non-essential costs.Site Security:…

In his latest self storage industry video, Ewen dives into the crucial aspects of feasibility studies, focusing on supply and demand. Evaluating the competition is essential if you’ve found a promising site with the right land price and rental rates. Learn how to analyse both established and new competitors, assess their occupancy rates, and understand…

Ewen highlights current trends and opportunities in this latest self storage industry update. While demand for new developments has slowed and existing storage needs have decreased, several factors drive ongoing demand. These include the increased need for storage due to moves or downsizing, the rise of remote work leading to home office renovations, ongoing home…

With the end of the financial year upon us, it is imperative to take action to maximise tax savings for your self storage business. To help keep more money in your pocket, here are seven essential strategies to consider: 1: Bad Debts Consider writing off outstanding customer accounts that are unlikely to be collected, such…

In 2019, the soon-to-be owners of a substantial five-acre property in regional Victoria sought the expertise of Ewen Fletcher at Sharp Accounting to navigate the complexities of a greenfield self storage development. Although adept in business operations, the clients were newcomers to the self storage industry and relied on Sharp Accounting to play a pivotal…

Ewen shares an update on the self storage industry’s trends over the past 12 months, including lower occupancy rates and increased revenue, as well as his predictions for the next year in this brief video. If you’re looking to prepare your self storage business for the upcoming year, don’t hesitate to reach out – Ewen…

Do you want to increase the value of your self storage site? Ewen takes you through some practical strategies to help you put a plan into place to maximise your business value, in this two minute video. You can find out more about Sharp Accounting’s Self Storage Accounting Services here.

If you’re considering a new self storage site or adding to an existing site, find out what Ewen suggests to get the financing right from the start.

Are you active with your revenue management? Ewen explains the three aspects to revenue management and why this is so important in your self storage business.

When did you last review your financial position? Ewen explains the benefits of doing this for your self storage business in this short video.