The October Issue of the Mini-Storage Messenger is now Available

Mini-Storage Messenger
October 2011 Issue

Featured Articles:

CYBER LOAN WORKOUTS
Options & Stategies 
In the post-recession economy, more borrowers continue to struggle to meet their loan obligations.


AUCTIONS AS GRAB BAGS
Special, Unusual And Stolen Property 

The TV show "Storage Wars" has created a flurry of curiousity about self-storage auctions, including the types of items stored and the unusual methods employed in foreclosing on customers who do not pay rent.

Mobile Self-Storage Magazine
Fall 2011 Issue

Featured Articles:MOBILE AND PORTABLE SELF-STORAGE
Redefining the Self-Storage IndustryAmong real estate asset classes, self-storage has proven to be a resilient and relatively unsung hero, scoring low on foreclosures and defaults throughout the recent economic downturn.

PORTABLE STORAGE DISCOUNTS
Different Strategies On Discounts, Incentives and Special Promotions 


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OpenTech Webinar Now Available On Demand

While many people have heard about self-service kiosks in the self-storage industry, most are unfamiliar with how they actually work. In this webinar, Robert Chiti will be joined by a group of self-storage operators from around the country who will share their personal experiences and explain how self-service kiosks function at their facilities. Even if you have seen a kiosk in the past, you will not want to miss this presentation, which will highlight many enhancements designed to resolve manager-identified issues. Take advantage of the Q&A to learn the pros and cons of using a kiosk.


TOPICS  INCLUDE:

• MYTH – Kiosks do not provide personal service
• MYTH – All empty storage units must be left unlocked
  
• MYTH – Consumers can make payments at the kiosk while in lien status
  
• MYTH – Using a kiosk means providing 24-hour access to your property 

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS WEBINAR

Annual MiniCo Las Vegas Contest Now Underway!

MiniCo Insurance Agency,LLC, opened its annual sweepstakes contest for independent insurance agents on October 1, 2011. This is the ninth year the company has offered a chance for independent agents to win a trip to Las Vegas to attend the largest annual self‑storage industry expo.

For each full insurance application for a self-storage risk submitted via MiniCo’s online agent portal between October 1 and December 31, 2011, the independent agent submitting the application will receive one entry into the sweepstakes. The latest eligible account effective date for the requested coverage quotation is March 31, 2012. One prize will be awarded by random drawing on January 5, 2012. The prize includes travel and hotel accommodations for two, $300 in cash, and two passes to attend the Inside Self-Storage Expo, March 15-16, 2012.

Official rules and regulations for this contest are available at www.minicoinsurance.com/win.

President and CEO Mike Schofield commented, “This is a great opportunity for agents to become familiar with our online agent portal, which significantly streamlines the submission process and makes it easier for agents to do business with MiniCo. The winning agent will have an opportunity to meet top operators from all over the nation and learn more about the self‑storage industry.”

MiniCo InsuranceAgency, LLC, represents A.M. Best “A” rated carriers.

About MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC

Since 1974, Phoenix-based MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC, has been a self-storage leader providing superior specialty insurance programs, informative publications and valuable products and services created expressly for the self‑storage industry. Additional lines of business include collectibles insurance. MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC, is a member of the Aran Insurance Services Group.

For More Information

MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC – www.minico.com

Aran Insurance Services Group – www.aranins.com

Contact

Dan Sommer, 602-678-3504

Vice President, Publishing, Marketing and Communications

Chief Marketing Officer

dsommer@minico.com