For better or for worse, the internet has quickly become the medium where a significant portion of first impressions are now made.

The self-storage industry’s status as a “recession-resistant business” is being put to the test during the coronavirus pandemic. But despite a sour economy, facility investors and operators will likely benefit in the coming months. See how and why.

STORE Capital Corp. stands to see $102.5 million in rent deferrals over two quarters.

The group outlined several actions it will take in the coming weeks and months to help promote healthy and sustainable tactics.

More retail landlords are rolling out the option for mom-and-pop tenants. The trend is expected to stick.

With tourism imploding and lenders wary, some hotels under construction are no longer worth completing.

Agencies, life companies, banks and other sources have shown a willingness to do deals on well-positioned assets.

Some will be undone by higher operating costs driven by the pandemic. But the sector will eventually rebound, brokers insist.