Sometimes storage facilities are left with no choice but to auction units.

In spite of periodic tough times, most Americans have enjoyed expanded prosperity over the last half century. We are a nation of consumers, powerful consumers who are also often fickle and demand the newest, the latest products. Consequently, there is a tremendous amount of durable goods relegated to "yesterdays most wanted". Expanded buying power has created a major arsenal of goods, some considered "luxury" items all packed away in storage. Often these units, filled with such merchandise meant to be kept, become too much of a burden. People may ask, "What do we want it for? What will we do with it all?" Consequently, some renters simply let it go, which is not a choice the storage facility favors

Nevertheless, one man's loss may become another's gain.