A program administrator is a managing general agency or underwriter that carriers contract with to underwrite a specific class of business. Program administrators are specialists – and sometimes super-specialists – in each program’s target accounts. They typically are empowered to underwrite, quote, and bind coverage on the carrier’s behalf. Some...
Unfortunately, wildfire season isn’t waiting for summer this year. By the end of May, U.S. wildfires had already burned nearly double the 10-year average acreage. With conditions this active even before peak season arrives, now is the time for agents to raise wildfire liability with clients, because as the season progresses, the conversation will...
Storm season preparedness is critical for commercial property owners and their insurance agents. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is forecasting a below-normal 2026 Atlantic hurricane season with 8 to 14 named storms. For context, an average season produces 14 named storms, though 2025 came in at 13. On paper, a...
In 2026, the primary driver behind most property insurance valuation discussions is the shifting cost of construction. We aren't seeing the wild, unpredictable spikes that defined the start of the decade, but the pressure hasn't disappeared. Between labor shortages and fluctuating material prices, underwriters are looking much more closely at how...
Insurance pricing is moderating, and competition is increasing. Capital remains available, but catastrophe exposures continue to shape underwriting decisions. What does it all mean? To better understand how these forces are impacting commercial self-storage, we spoke with MiniCo’s Vice President of Underwriting, Josh Leykam, about what insurance...
Agents who work with storage facility owners understand that commercial self-storage insurance is a must-have protection for their clients. Property, liability, business interruption – they are all essential, obvious coverages that protect the business itself. But there is an additional layer of protection agents may be missing: tenant programs....
When U-Haul International Inc. experienced a break-in involving millions of customers, it wasn’t a failure of locks, cameras, or physical security. Thieves targeted an internal digital tool that quietly exposed sensitive customer information over time. It’s an eye-opening illustration of how cyber risk quietly enters the self-storage...
Delinquent tenants are a fact of life for self-storage businesses. A small number of delinquencies will eventually result in a lien sale, wherein the facility auctions the contents of the delinquent tenant’s storage unit. If you work with accounts in this industry, it’s important for you and your client to understand the risks that come with lien...
It’s resilient. It’s adaptable. And it could be a key opportunity for you as an agent. While the industry has matured and competition has intensified, demand for self-storage holds steady. Take a look at these self-storage industry trends to learn why you might want to investigate the opportunities for building your book of business. 1. A Large,...
Self-storage conversions are having a moment. If you work with clients planning portfolio expansion, the latest Inside Self-Storage (ISS) article, “Self-Storage Conversion Projects: Benefits, Options and Key Considerations for Success,” is well worth your time. The piece breaks down why conversions are becoming a go-to strategy, where the hidden...
When it comes to self-storage, “standard coverage” is anything but standard. These facilities operate in a space where everyday risks look very different from those faced by traditional commercial properties, and so do the coverage needs. That’s exactly why specialized self-storage insurance exists: to account for the realities of the industry...
Rising risks are reshaping the self-storage industry. Here’s how agents can help clients stay protected and why specialized insurance is essential. Self-storage has become one of the fastest-growing segments of the commercial property market, but beneath the surface of this booming industry lies a web of evolving risks. From billion-dollar...
When insurance agents consider expanding their book, it’s not uncommon for them to focus on familiar markets, like construction, healthcare, and retail. But one of the fastest-growing and most resilient sectors of commercial real estate is often overlooked: self-storage. Think about it. It’s a sector woven into everyday life. Families use...
Annual insurance reviews are more important than ever for self-storage operators. With turbulence in the property insurance market and new exposures emerging, agents need to ask the right questions to uncover risks, negotiate favorable terms with underwriters, and fully protect their clients’ operations. Why Are Annual Insurance Reviews Critical...
In a recent blog, we looked at how self-storage insurance evolved from basic brochures into a multibillion-dollar industry. That growth opened the door for something new: tenant protection plans. While traditional tenant insurance programs are still a popular option, protection plans are now rapidly becoming the hottest topic in the self-storage...
Think back to when self-storage was just a collection of metal buildings on the edge of town with units people could rent to stash the stuff that didn’t fit in their garages. No frills. No climate control. And certainly no high-tech security. Fast-forward to today, and the global self-storage industry is on track to surpass $83 billion by 2030....
When it comes to workplace safety, most business owners know the basics: follow OSHA rules, keep the first-aid kit stocked, post the right signage. But the real cost of workplace incidents runs deeper than fines or medical bills. Lost productivity, higher insurance premiums, and reputational damage can ripple across your operations. The good...
A wobbly step. A heavy toolbelt. A quick reach just a little too far. It doesn’t take much for a ladder workplace accident to happen. And when it does, the costs can be staggering. Falls from height account for $17.1 billion in workplace injury costs each year. Ladders alone rank #4 on OSHA’s Top 10 most-cited violations, and falls remain one of...
California self-storage businesses need to be aware of changes to the state’s fair debt collection statute to ensure they are in compliance with the expanded scope of the law. The California Self Storage Association (CSSA) warns that several lawsuits alleging noncompliance have already been filed since the amendment’s effective date of January 1,...
Once upon a time in Phoenix, an entrepreneur spotted an opportunity and launched a company that became a leader in specialty insurance program administration. Space for Innovation In the early 1970s, the concept of self-storage was relatively new for consumers and the business world. Fewer than 1,000 facilities dotted the U.S. For Hardy Good, an...
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