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There was never a need to store sentimental belongings in times past. Family photos and hand-made furniture were proudly on display in post-war and baby boomer American homes. Today, however, times have changed. Younger generations like Millennials are embracing the newest trend in home decor—minimalism. Even so, there are several reasons to store sentimental belongings.In [...]

Successful real estate agents understand the important psychology behind buying and selling homes – it’s always been about selling your client’s dream, not just their property. Here’s how real estate agents can utilize self storage to sell more homes in any market condition. Real estate connects all types of people and personalities, and managing expectations [...]

According to the latest research from Incfile.com, there are 38 million home-based businesses in the United States. And perhaps more fascinating is that a new home-based business is started every 12 seconds! Not many households can accommodate all the inventory it takes to run successful at-home small businesses such as those selling online. As the [...]

Living an active lifestyle requires a little planning and a lot of organizing. It seems every outdoor activity requires recreational gear. From ski gloves and goggles to tents and fishing poles, keeping track of everything can save you time when your next adventure calls. Thanks to Metro Self Storage, we’ve put together a few tips [...]

Good closet organization doesn’t just look nice. It can also boost your confidence, improve your style, and make you feel happier about your wardrobe. Maintaining an organized closet requires you make important decisions about the clothes you wear and the style you have. Instead of buying everything you like until your closet is packed, you [...]

The two most popular reasons people choose to live in big cities like Chicago or Atlanta are for career opportunities and lifestyle. From tiny apartments to historic homes, self storage can make it easier and cheaper to live in a big city. How? It all comes down to price per square foot. Whether you’re paying [...]