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Mirela Mohan

Mirela is a real estate writer and lifestyle editor for Yardi. With an academic background in English and translation, Mirela now covers a range of topics including real estate trends, lifestyle and economy. Her previous experience in proofreading academic articles has inspired Mirela to choose a writing career path. In her free time, Mirela enjoys reading, but also hiking and creating art. You can contact Mirela via email.

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How to Organize a 5’x10′ Storage Unit

From storing seasonal tools and decorations to keeping your things safe during renovations, there are many great reasons to consider renting a self storage unit….

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Ready to Rent Self Storage in Baton Rouge, LA? Find Out if You Can Benefit From it Locally

Also called “Red Stick,” Baton Rouge is a city with a rich history, located halfway between New Orleans and Lafayette. Visiting the city affords the…

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How Much Furniture Fits Into a 5’x10′ Storage Unit?

Whether you’re moving into a new home, taking a year out of college or carrying out renovations, self storage can be an excellent service during…

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8 Instances When Self Storage Helps You if You Live in Seattle

Seattle is a city whose reputation precedes itself, with plenty of job opportunities, a booming economy, world-class entertainment and access to diverse outdoor activities. With…

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8 Things to Know About Storing Your Mattress (Inside a Storage Unit)

Perhaps you’re moving your family to another city or simply putting your furniture in storage while in college. There are a lot of belongings to…

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How To Organize Your Storage Unit in 13 Easy Steps

Self storage is a popular service assisting people when they’re moving, downsizing, moving in with their extended family and when going to college. Additionally, the…

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10 Movies and TV Shows To Help You Get Familiar With Philadelphia

Moving to a new city can be nerve-racking but knowing a bit more about what the city offers can help you get through this transition….

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7 of the Best Self Storage Insurance Companies (For Renters and Self Storage Businesses)

Self storage is a great service — assisting you when you’re moving, downsizing, growing your family or when you simply wish to keep a tidy…

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12 Tips to Help You Maximize Living Space in Your Boston Apartment

A Boston apartment has 535 sq. ft. of personal space. To put it in perspective, apartments in Louisville offer, on average, 731 sq. ft./person, the…

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Renting Self Storage? 7 Types of Discounts You Could Access to Save

Whether you’re living the digital nomad lifestyle, you’re moving or you simply wish to keep a breezy and clutter-free home, self storage is a great…

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Ready To Rent Self Storage in Lubbock? Who Can Use It and How Can It Help Them?

Lubbock or “Hub City,” as it’s also known, is a Texas city that prides itself on being the economic, educational and healthcare hub of the…

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7 Instances When Reno Residents Should Consider Self Storage

Once the capital of gambling in the U.S., Reno is still a vibrant city that benefits from access to major outdoor attractions. The city is…

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Who Can Benefit from Self Storage in Boise, Idaho? Residents, Businesses and More

Boise is also known as the City of the Trees, and as the name suggests, there is plenty of natural beauty here. But there’s more…

Canals and waterfront house along New River in Fort Lauderdale

10 Ways To Turn Your Fort Lauderdale Yard Into An Oasis of Relaxation

Springtime is almost upon us, and that means a time of renewal. What better spot to start refreshing than your garden? This is especially helpful…

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Self Storage in Orlando: How It Can Help Local Residents, Businesses and More

Disney World may have made Orlando famous as a tourist attraction, but the sun-soaked area has been changing from a tourist area to a place…

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Helpful Tips for Storing Your Winter Gear for the Summer in Seattle

Winter is drawing to a close, and that means it’s time to wrap up the winter fun whether you live in Seattle or in any…

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Moving to Bloomington, IN? Here are 5 of the Best Neighborhoods in Town for an Easy Move

Bloomington, IN is one of the largest cities outside of the Indiana metropolitan area, and it’s also known as the “Gateway to Scenic Southern Indiana.”…

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A Quick and Useful Guide for Storing Your Winter Sports Gear in Colorado Springs, CO

The winter wonderland season is in full swing right now in Colorado Springs. Sledding, ice skating and other winter sports are routinely practiced in Little…

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Climate-Controlled Self Storage in Houston: Who Should Use it and How Can it Help Them?

Self storage has many applications, and a diverse range of customers – from people operating businesses and services to those who only have their homes…

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7 Cool Outdoor Activities to Try as a New California Resident (+ Extra Tips on How to Deal with Hobby Gear)

California’s diverse geography, from the Pacific Coast to the Sierra Nevada mountains and the Mojave Desert, means that you’ll never run out of outdoor activities…

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Ready To Move? 5 Places Where You Can Find Moving Supplies in NYC

Whether you’re about to move to another neighborhood in NYC or you’re moving out of the Big Apple, you definitely have your plate full of…

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7 Instances When Self Storage Saves the Day in PHX

Also known as the Valley of the Sun, Phoenix is an oasis of year-round sunshine, various resorts and golf courses. As a vibrant city with…

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8 Tips To Help You Make The Most of a Storage Auction (A Guide for the First-Time Bidder)

Popularized by the hit show “Storage Wars,” storage auctions have caught the public eye in the past decade and have also indirectly popularized self storage…

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The Pros and Cons of Renting vs. Owning a Home

Why rent when you can own? This question has been on people’s minds generation after generation. Over the last decade, however, things have changed, and…

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12 Of The Best Self Storage Auction Finds (Spoiler Alert: A 1940 Indian Chief Among The Most Interesting)

Self storage has expanded recently, and so has the type of users that turn to this service. Extremely popular in big urban hubs as apartment-dwellers…

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Fueled by Apartment Construction, Self Storage Thrives: Dallas, Atlanta, DC among Top Cities Delivering Extra Space

Key takeaways: The US added over 295M square feet of self storage between 2011-2020, roughly 20% of the existing national inventory. Dallas-Fort Worth has added…

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5 Of The Best Self Storage Facilities In Louisville, Ky

Louisville is not only known for the famous Kentucky Derby, but it’s also the city responsible for the creation of the Louisville Slugger bats, as…

5 Of The Best Self Storage Facilities in Kansas City, Mo.

Kansas City, or “Barbecue Capital” — as it became known in the local parlance — is a city steeped in history, whose legacy extends to…

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20 Storage Ideas To Maximize Space In Your Apartment

Whether you’ve just moved in into a new apartment or you’ve lived in one for a while now, ask yourself if you’re using your living…

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12 Decorating Ideas To Create A Country-Chic Escape In Your New York City Apartment

City living makes many dream of the serene country-chic homes with their universally appealing décor. But can you bring that timeless look to your New…