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RE: Security Camera Brand suggestions

Posted By Michael Meylor 07-10-2024 10:13 AM
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Lorex cameras are easy to set up and have cloud access. Michael Meylor

RE: UHaul Insurance Requiring a different LLC

Posted By Michael Meylor 06-05-2024 01:17 PM
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We had U-Haul at two properties over a ten year period and never had a request for a separate LLC. A new insurance provider may be a better solution than setting up a new LLC. ------------------------------ Michael Meylor Neutron Corporation / Alamo Storage San Antonio TX (210) 593-8858 ---------- ...

RE: missing contract

Posted By Michael Meylor 01-25-2024 09:32 AM
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Sorry to hear about the fire. It's a tough event to work through. Its also a tough situation for the uninsured tenant. They are looking for someone else to take on their responsibility. Even with a lease, you can be sued. The lease would help your defense considerably. If you do get sued, your insurance ...

RE: Delinquent Tenants - Alternative to Cutting off Locks

Posted By Michael Meylor 05-17-2023 08:26 AM
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I've tried a drill jig for disk locks, but it didn't seem to perform any better than a grinder. You may have better results depending on the drill bit. My preferred method is still the grinder (with safety glasses, leather gloves and vice grips) because it works on all types of locks, not just disk. ...

RE: Tenant Identification

Posted By Michael Meylor 03-29-2023 06:21 PM
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We require a copy of the tenant's driver's license or another form of ID. Do not make copies of military IDs. We have made it a company requirement and will turn away a customer who won't provide an ID. It comes down to each operator's decision. Most of our customers are storing RVs or work trailers ...

RE: Unpaid rent, Unpaid lien, Useless yard art... The death of a renter

Posted By Michael Meylor 01-21-2023 09:01 AM
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The best course of action is following the Gold Book guidance for holding a foreclosure sale. Your lien should supercede that of the lender. The lender can pay your lien before the auction of they can bid alongside other bidders. You can conduct the sale in person or online. ------------------------------ ...

RE: Ending the Mandatory Print Notice for Auctions?

Posted By Michael Meylor 10-27-2022 01:55 PM
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The TSSA is working on messaging and a scripted letter as you suggested. It is important we stay on message and avoid pitfalls that could come back against us. After the midterm elections, we will know who our representatives are for the next legislative session. ------------------------------ Michael ...

RE: Ending the Mandatory Print Notice for Auctions?

Posted By Michael Meylor 10-26-2022 09:30 PM
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Elimination of mandatory newspaper ads is at the top of the TSSA legislative agenda. The newspaper lobby is strong in TX and we are asking members to contact their state representatives. We will have more communication in the weeks and months to come. In the meantime you can find your representative ...

RE: RV's left by previous ownership of business

Posted By Michael Meylor 08-19-2022 09:51 PM
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It sounds like you have done a good job of improving the operations at the facility. Requiring current registration and insurance goes a long way toward improving the overall appearance of a property. Beyond the Goldbook, I don't have much help for the first RV. With respect to the second, just be glad ...

RE: Best Way to Advertise

Posted By Michael Meylor 06-19-2022 11:59 AM
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We had limited response with direct mail as well. Google My Business and Bing combined with a good website have worked well for us. Yext provides a dashboard that can be used to manage listings across multiple platforms in addition to Google and Bing. ------------------------------ Michael Meylor Neutron ...

RE: Enclosed width

Posted By Michael Meylor 06-01-2022 05:30 PM
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14' wide units with 12' wide doors is a good option. The minimum I would build for boat/RV is 12' wide with 10' doors. Depending on the location, you will also get inquiries from commercial tenants and trades looking to store work vehicles. ------------------------------ Michael Meylor Neutron Corporation ...

RE: Mice

Posted By Michael Meylor 05-24-2022 10:43 PM
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Regularly maintaining bait stations is the critical first step. This serves two purposes, first it addresses the problem, second it sends a visible message we are addressing the potential for mice. At move in we review the list of prohibited items and pay special attention to food and flamables. Many ...

RE: Self storage software

Posted By Michael Meylor 05-24-2022 10:26 PM
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It's a little late to help Shelly, but for others reading this thread, the annual TSSA Conference is a great opportunity for meeting some of the software vendors and checking out their products. ------------------------------ Michael Meylor Neutron Corporation San Antonio TX (210) 630-9539 -------- ...

RE: MATRESSES

Posted By Michael Meylor 05-24-2022 10:23 PM
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If the mattress was left behind by a former tenant, we contact them immediately after moving out and let them know we have applied a cleaning charge they are responsible for. They can retrieve the mattress or pay the charge. In some cases they actually come back to get the mattress or pay the charge, ...

RE: Self Storage usage

Posted By Michael Meylor 05-24-2022 10:12 PM
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Beyond the average usage per person there is also value in determining the ideal unit mix for the market. A professional market study will const several thousand dollars, which is a drop in the bucket when building 400 units. Additionally the market study will be helpful when presenting financials to ...

RE: Truck andTrailer Size Limitations

Posted By Michael Meylor 05-24-2022 10:05 PM
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Driver ability is one of the biggest factors in maneuvering inside a facility. Turn radius at the end of the drive aisles will likely be the determining factor on vehicle size as opposed to driveway width. Fire lanes generally have a 30 foot inside radius and 50 foot outside radius requirement. Load ...

RE: Hiring New Personnel

Posted By Michael Meylor 03-25-2022 11:25 AM
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We've hired managers from Indeed, but the best managers we've had were either tenants or referrals from current staff. ------------------------------ Michael Meylor Neutron Corporation San Antonio TX (210) 630-9539 ------------------------------

RE: Hiring New Personnel

Posted By Michael Meylor 01-08-2022 04:59 PM
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Our best source has been referrals. Indeed is the best online source. Craigslist has been the worst. ------------------------------ Michael Meylor Neutron Corporation San Antonio TX (210) 630-9539 ------------------------------

RE: Dumpster Issue - Need Suggestions!!!

Posted By Michael Meylor 01-05-2022 10:07 AM
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We implemented JoLea's suggestion of locking dumpsters at two locations to deal with the dumping problem. At another facility with mostly business tenants, we used dumpster access as an amenity and increased rents. ------------------------------ Michael Meylor Neutron Corporation San Antonio TX (210) ...

RE: automatic front gate with key pad - what should I know??

Posted By Michael Meylor 04-24-2021 01:03 PM
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A system that automatically locks out overdue tenants can help with collection of late fees. There are several systems which integrate with your management software, you can also consider a farm/ranch access system. With respect to service calls and maintenance, we pay far less to our farm/ranch gate ...