<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Unitgrove guides</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/</link><description>Guides for unit rental operators</description><language>en</language><item><title>The best boat and RV storage software in 2026</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/best-boat-rv-storage-software/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/best-boat-rv-storage-software/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>What boat and RV storage lots need from management software that a regular self storage system may miss, and which products handle it, with starting prices.</description></item><item><title>The best monthly parking software for small lots and garages</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/best-parking-management-software-small-lots/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/best-parking-management-software-small-lots/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>If you rent parking spaces by the month, you need billing and permits, not ticket machines. A look at software built for monthly parkers, with prices where published.</description></item><item><title>The best self storage software for small facilities in 2026</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/best-self-storage-software-small-facilities/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/best-self-storage-software-small-facilities/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>An honest comparison of self storage management software for independent operators with under 500 units, with starting prices, what&#x27;s included and who each one suits.</description></item><item><title>How much to charge for a storage unit: a pricing method for small operators</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/how-much-to-charge-for-a-storage-unit/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/how-much-to-charge-for-a-storage-unit/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>A practical way to set and adjust storage unit prices using competitor rates, price per square foot and occupancy by unit size, with a worked example.</description></item><item><title>How to rent out and manage monthly parking spaces</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/how-to-manage-monthly-parking-spaces/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/how-to-manage-monthly-parking-spaces/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>A practical setup for owners renting parking spaces by the month: assigned or zone parking, permits tied to plates, automatic billing, business accounts and waitlists.</description></item><item><title>How to reduce late payments at a self storage facility</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/how-to-reduce-self-storage-delinquency/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/how-to-reduce-self-storage-delinquency/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Practical ways to cut overdue rent at a storage facility: autopay at move-in, clear reminders, consistent late fees, access lockouts and a written process for long-overdue accounts.</description></item><item><title>How to rent out garages and workshop units</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/how-to-rent-out-garage-or-workshop-units/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/how-to-rent-out-garage-or-workshop-units/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>What owners of lock-up garages and small workshop units need to decide: who to rent to, pricing, applications, deposits, agreements, utilities and how to keep the admin small.</description></item><item><title>How to run a self storage facility remotely (without an office)</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/how-to-run-a-self-storage-facility-remotely/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/how-to-run-a-self-storage-facility-remotely/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>What an unmanned self storage facility needs: online move-ins, automatic billing, access control tied to payment, cameras and a plan for the few things that still need a person.</description></item><item><title>How to start a boat and RV storage business: a step-by-step guide</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/how-to-start-a-boat-and-rv-storage-business/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/how-to-start-a-boat-and-rv-storage-business/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>The main steps to starting a boat and RV storage lot: checking demand, zoning, land, layout, security, pricing and running it remotely, plus the costs to plan for.</description></item><item><title>How to set late fees for storage units (and apply them fairly)</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/self-storage-late-fees/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/self-storage-late-fees/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>How storage operators structure late fees, grace periods and lockouts, what to put in the rental agreement, and why local rules matter before you pick a number.</description></item><item><title>Self storage software vs a spreadsheet: when is it time to switch?</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/self-storage-software-vs-spreadsheet/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/self-storage-software-vs-spreadsheet/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>An honest look at running a storage, parking or garage business from a spreadsheet versus management software, with the costs on both sides and the signs it&#x27;s time to switch.</description></item><item><title>SiteLink vs Storable Edge (storEDGE): what&#x27;s the difference?</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/sitelink-vs-storedge/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/sitelink-vs-storedge/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>SiteLink and Storable Edge are both owned by Storable. Here is how the two self storage systems differ in setup, pricing, APIs and who they suit.</description></item><item><title>How to calculate occupancy for a self storage facility</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/storage-unit-occupancy-rate/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/storage-unit-occupancy-rate/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Unit occupancy, square-foot occupancy and economic occupancy explained with formulas and a worked example, and which one to watch when you price your units.</description></item><item><title>Storage unit sizes explained: what fits in a 5×5, 10×10 and 10×30</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/storage-unit-sizes-guide/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/storage-unit-sizes-guide/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>A plain guide to standard storage unit sizes, what typically fits in each, and how operators can use size guides to help customers book the right unit online.</description></item><item><title>Storeganise vs Easy Storage Solutions: which suits a small facility?</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/storeganise-vs-easy-storage-solutions/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/storeganise-vs-easy-storage-solutions/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Storeganise and Easy Storage Solutions both start around $90 a month and target smaller operators. Here is how they differ on pricing, features, websites and support.</description></item><item><title>What to include in a storage unit rental agreement</title><link>https://unitgrove.com/blog/what-to-include-in-a-storage-rental-agreement/</link><guid>https://unitgrove.com/blog/what-to-include-in-a-storage-rental-agreement/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>A checklist of the clauses most storage, garage and parking rental agreements cover, from payment terms and access to prohibited items, insurance and default.</description></item></channel></rss>