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The History of Entrepreneurship in the Self Storage Industry
Your Local MetroEarly entrepreneurs who identified a growing need for self storage include visionary and Chicagoan Karl F. Nagel, the founder of Metro Self Storage. Nagel, who was inspired by the concept of mini-warehouses, built one of Chicago’s first self storage facilities in 1973, naming it “The Vault.” When people started moving their belongings through the mud...
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Moving Travel DestinationsFort Worth is a city that resonates with those who appreciate a down-to-earth, slower paced atmosphere. It has a strong sense of community and a rich appreciation for the arts and Western culture. What sets Fort Worth apart from other major Texas cities like Dallas, Austin, or Houston, is its affordability. With a diverse range...
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Home Organization Lifestyle Storage TipsAs all the leaves fall and snow enters the radar, the time for tending to your garden has ended for the calendar year. But just because your flowers and vegetables have ceased growing doesn’t mean your gardening duties are finished. Proper care for your gardening tools and equipment, including cleaning, maintenance, and storage, is essential...
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Lifestyle Storage TipsAs the various Texas hunting seasons begin and end throughout the fall, there’s more to storing your hunting gear than simply locking them up in your shed or safe until you need them next. Without proper maintenance and storage techniques, you may damage your hunting clothing, your hunting rifles can rust, or your bows may...
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Lifestyle Travel DestinationsThe Mississippi River, a quintessential part of the American landscape, holds a unique charm in Minnesota. It originates as a small stream flowing out of Lake Itasca in Minnesota’s picturesque Itasca State Park, making Minnesota the birthplace of this iconic river. The river stretches over 681 miles through the state of ‘10,000 Lakes,’ offering abundant...
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