• Avoid a Storage War: What You Need To Know Before You Rent Storage Space
    Article Topic:  Moving and Storage  
    Tags:  moving and storage  

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR STORAGE SPACE RENTAL AGREEMENT

    By taking a few extra minutes to read the fine print of your rental agreement, you can avoid having a storage war.

    Each year, the contents of many storage units are offered up for public sale. Know what you can do to prevent your unit from being sold to the highest bidder.

    Know the Terms of the Payment Agreement

    Sometimes, a storage rental agreement can look complicated. There may be pages and pages of single spaced words and that much information at once can be tedious to read. Even though the rental agent may give you a glossed-over version of the terms, it is important to read the fine print for yourself. The payment schedule may not be every 30 days and may be 28 or 35 instead, depending on the rental agency. A missed payment or late payment can incur penalties or even put your belongings at risk for auction.

    Set Up Payment Reminders

    Even if you have every intention of paying your storage bill on time, it is easy to miss a payment if the exact dates are not recorded in an easy-to-access place. Many cell phones offer a calendar option and you are able to set up payment reminders there. Email programs also offer the ability to set future reminders and have an email sent a few days before a payment is due. If technology is not your forte, marking the date on a paper calendar is also a great idea.

    Make Payment Arrangements if Traveling or Moving

    If your payment is due at a time when you will be traveling or moving to a new location, it is best to set up a payment arrangement with your storage facility. Many companies have the option of paying online and it is a good idea to pay your bill before leaving just in case Internet service is not available where you will be traveling. Some rental agents also offer the option of skipping a payment if there is hardship as long as the issue is communicated beforehand.

    By being proactive and responsible about paying your storage rental bill, you will not have to worry about losing your items or collectables to the highest bidder at an auction. As long as all the agreement terms are met, you will be able to store your belongings with confidence.

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