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Is "fake data" sabotaging your self-storage development plans?

We all know data drives decisions, but only if it’s accurate. In his newest piece for Radius Plus, Marc Goodin dives into how inflated teaser rates and outdated pipeline tracking are misleading developers.

For instance, a site might look like a total pass because reports show six competing facilities in the pipeline. But if you actually do a boots-on-the-ground check, you might find half of those projects were abandoned, instantly turning a bad location into an incredible opportunity.

Don't let flawed metrics stall your growth. Discover the 5 critical data types you need to double-check before pulling the trigger.

Read Marc's full insights here: https://hubs.li/Q04jbsNg0

From a massive supply spike to a complete development pause, Chattanooga's self-storage market is a fascinating case study in real estate cycles right now.

After expanding by 6.8% in 2024, the local market is taking a breather with no new deliveries expected through 2026. Because Chattanooga is such a powerful regional logistics hub, it has the economic backbone to absorb this space. At Radius+, we’re already tracking how this lack of new supply is starting to drive rental rates back up.

Curious about where this market is heading next? Read our full deep dive forecast here: https://hubs.li/Q04htSfD0