When I moved into my unit in February, I was quoted a rental price of $90 to $100 per month. This was comfortably within my budget and seemed manageable. However, within a month, I was informed that I needed to purchase insurance, bumping my monthly payment up to $130. Now, here’s where the plot thickens. In June, I received notice that my rent would increase from $130 to $172 per month, effective immediately. This means that within just six months of my tenancy, my rent has ballooned significantly. I’ve been a loyal customer who has never missed a payment, but this month, due to an unforeseen financial emergency, I informed the office that I would make my payment on August 14th. Despite this, I’ve been relentlessly hounded with phone calls and emails as if I’ve suddenly mastered the art of evasion. And the grand finale? I went to my storage unit to grab a bag, only to find myself locked out until Wednesday August 14th. To add insult to injury, I now have to pay $200 just to regain access to my own belongings. I’m sharing this not just to vent but as a public service announcement. Tell a friend to tell a friend: save your coins and think twice before renting storage space. You might just discover that by the time you’re ready to move out, you’ve spent enough to rent a small apartment!