Increase in FFO Guidance
The midpoint of the full year FFO guidance was increased due to strong store performance, indicating an optimistic outlook for the company's financial results.
Successful Store Additions
63 third-party managed stores were added in the quarter, with a net addition of 38 stores. Year-to-date, the company has added 124 net stores, with expectations for approximately 100 more by year-end.
Bridge Loan Program Expansion
$158 million in new loans were originated in the quarter, with the expected average hold of such loans increased to $925 million for the year.
Higher Portfolio Occupancy
The Extra Space portfolio ended the quarter with an occupancy of 94.3%, an 80 basis point improvement over last year.
G&A Cost Reduction
Efficiencies in the business led to a reduction in G&A guidance for the year.