During these fast buying and selling times the necessity of storing your things before a new home is purchased might be a possibility. So when faced with the unfortunate need to store all your possessions outside your home, what do you think of? For most people, there is only one thing that jumps to mind: renting a self-storage unit. While this isn't a bad option, you might not realize that it isn't the only option! In fact, realtor.com has thought of at least four different ways in which a person can safely store their belongings for as long as necessary while they sort out their living situation.