Self-Storage Expertise

Why REITs Win—And How You Can Too

Deep expertise in the asset class that matters. We've optimized marketing for 45,000+ units across Top 50 and Top 100 operators.

Most operators believe Public Storage and Extra Space dominate because they outspend competitors on marketing and customer acquisition.

The reality is different.

Top REITs pay under $50 per move-in while typical operators pay $450+. Their advantage isn't deeper pockets—it's superior data analytics and processes.

Cost per Move-In

Traditional
$450
Industry Average
REITs
<$50
Brand + SEO Strength

Pricing Strategy

Traditional
Gut Feel
Manual Adjustments
REITs
Data-Driven
Dynamic Algorithms

Marketing

Traditional
Manual
Campaign by Campaign
REITs
Automated
Real-Time Optimization

Revenue Mgmt

Traditional
Reactive
After Problems Occur
REITs
Predictive
Before Issues Arise

Visibility

Traditional
Spreadsheets
Weekly Reports
REITs
Real-Time
Live Dashboards

The REIT Advantage: Systematic, data-driven execution at scale

They know which marketing channels drive profitable move-ins, which unit types to promote at each facility, when to adjust pricing before occupancy slips, and where to reallocate budget for maximum ROI.

This isn't luck. It's systematic, data-driven execution.

Proven Results

Self-Storage Case Studies

Real operators. Real portfolios. Measurable outcomes.

Top 50 Operator

73 Facilities • 20,000 Units

$400M Assets Under Management

Scaled marketing from scratch to record move-in months across the entire portfolio.

$5K→$90K

Ad Spend/Mo

Scaled Profitably

<$150

Cost per Move-In

Industry avg: $450+

Record

Move-In Months

Company History

Top 100 Operator

65 Facilities • 25,000 Units

$400M Assets Under Management

Portfolio turnaround during typical down season—negative to positive net rentals in 3 months.

Neg→Pos

Net Rentals

In 3 Months

+20%

December YoY

Down Season

Full Stack

Scope

Ads, SEO, Website

Fuji Lane brings REIT-level discipline to independent operators managing 20 to 500+ facilities.

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