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FGD Storage Rate Card — Break-Even Model (December 2025)
Forrest Glover Design — Guadalajara, Jalisco
White-glove storage at break-even pricing for furniture sourcing clients
We provide storage at cost as part of our comprehensive furniture sourcing service.
Unlike commodity storage facilities that profit from warehousing, we make our margin on helping you find and purchase the right furniture. Storage is provided at break-even rates to make your entire project seamless and stress-free.
Effective December 1, 2025
Item Size Monthly Rate Examples Small $150 MXN Lamps, small décor, picture frames, cushions Medium $300 MXN Nightstands, dining chairs, bar stools, ottomans Large $550 MXN Armchairs, coffee tables, console tables, bed frames Extra Large $1,200 MXN Sofas, sectionals, dining tables, wardrobes, king beds
✅ Professional receiving and inspection
✅ Photo documentation of every item
✅ Item tracking in secure database
✅ Climate-controlled storage facility
✅ 24/7 security monitoring
✅ Bilingual coordination (English/Spanish)
✅ Condition monitoring and reports
✅ Insurance coordination available
Required when items enter storage
Small/Medium items: $100 MXN per item
Large/Extra Large items: $200 MXN per item
Includes: Quality inspection, photography, labeling, database entry
Delivery Coordination: 20% of freight cost
Full bilingual vendor coordination, timeline management, quality assurance
Rush Delivery (within 48 hours): +$500 MXN
After-Hours Delivery: +$300 MXN
White-Glove Retrieval: $500 MXN flat fee
Coordinated pickup, documentation, delivery scheduling
Professional Re-Packing: $150 MXN per large item
Expert protection for transport
We charge what it costs us to operate our secure storage facility—nothing more. Our profit comes from helping you source beautiful furniture, not from warehousing it.
Equivalent white-glove storage in the US costs $200-400 USD per item/month ($3,600-7,200 MXN). Our break-even rates are a fraction of that.
Storage seamlessly connects with our furniture sourcing, tours, receiving, and logistics coordination. One team, one point of contact.
Typical furniture sourcing client:
Stores 20 items for 3 months while completing purchases
Storage cost: 20 items × $550 avg × 3 months = $33,000 MXN
Furniture purchases: $200,000 MXN with our sourcing
Your total investment: Well-protected furniture + professional coordination
Compare to DIY:
Bodegas Vallarta rental: $5,000/month × 3 = $15,000 MXN
BUT you coordinate all vendors yourself
AND move all items yourself
AND track everything yourself
AND handle all Spanish communication
Savings in time and stress: Priceless
Feature Bodegas Vallarta FGD White-Glove Cost (20 items, 3 months) $15,000 MXN $33,000 MXN You coordinate vendors ✅ Yes ❌ We do it You receive & move items ✅ Yes ❌ We do it Photo documentation ❌ No ✅ Every item Item-level tracking ❌ No ✅ Full database Bilingual support ⚠️ Limited ✅ Complete Furniture expertise ❌ No ✅ Specialized Integrated delivery ❌ Separate ✅ Seamless Insurance coordination ❌ No ✅ Available
The difference: We handle everything while you focus on finding the perfect pieces for your home.
Our break-even storage ($8,000-11,000/month for typical collection) represents less than 3-4% of your total investment to protect it professionally.
Literally and figuratively. We understand what US/Canadian clients need and handle all Spanish coordination with vendors.
Furniture tours and sourcing ✅
Vendor coordination ✅
Professional storage ✅
Logistics and delivery ✅
All at transparent, fair pricing ✅
Storage billing: Monthly in advance
Minimum term: 1 month
Currency: MXN (USD accepted at FX_adjusted rate)
Payment due: Upon receipt of invoice
Release policy: All fees must be current before items are released from storage. Client is responsible for any additional fees from shippers or vendors if payment is delayed.
Q: Why do you charge for storage if it's "at cost"?
A: We have real expenses—rent ($16,900/month), utilities, security, insurance, and labor. Break-even pricing means we cover these costs without adding profit margin. We make our money helping you source furniture, not storing it.
Q: If it's break-even, why are rates increasing from your previous pricing?
A: Our previous rates ($75-300 per item) were set when we had a smaller, cheaper space. We recently upgraded to a full house at $16,900/month to better serve clients. Our old rates would have required storing 121 items to break even—physically impossible. Our new rates reflect the actual cost of operating a professional facility, with no markup.
Q: How is this different from Bodegas Vallarta or other self-storage?
A: They provide empty space—you coordinate vendors, move items, track inventory, and handle Spanish communication yourself. We provide professional furniture handling—receiving, documentation, tracking, bilingual coordination, and integrated delivery. It's the difference between a parking lot and valet service.
Q: Can I negotiate storage rates?
A: Since we're already charging at cost with no profit margin, there's no room to negotiate. However, contact us for custom pricing on long-term storage (6+ months) or very large projects (50+ items).
Q: Can I access my items anytime?
A: Yes, with 24-hour notice for standard retrieval. Same-day rush access available for $300 fee. We'll coordinate a convenient viewing time if you want to see your items.
Q: What if I only need storage for 2-3 weeks?
A: 1-month minimum billing applies. Daily pro-rated rates available for storage under 30 days (monthly rate ÷ 30).
Q: What if I need storage longer than expected?
A: No problem—month-to-month billing with no long-term commitment. Since we operate at break-even, we're not incentivized to keep you storing longer. We'd rather help you complete your project and get your furniture delivered.
Q: Do furniture tour clients get special discounts?
A: These rates already reflect our break-even model (no profit margin). Tour clients and project clients all receive the same transparent at-cost pricing.
Q: Do you offer insurance?
A: We coordinate insurance but don't provide it directly. We can connect you with providers who cover high-value furniture in storage. Typical cost: $100 MXN per item/month for items valued up to $50,000 MXN.
Q: What happens if I don't pay on time?
A: Items will not be released until all fees are current. You're responsible for any additional storage fees that accrue during hold periods. Payment is due monthly in advance.
Q: Can I use your storage if I'm not buying furniture through you?
A: Our break-even storage model only works for furniture sourcing clients. If you need storage-only services, we'll refer you to excellent commodity storage facilities like Bodegas Vallarta. Our small capacity (40-50 items) is optimized for clients building furniture collections with our sourcing services.
Q: What if you run out of space?
A: We monitor capacity carefully and prioritize active furniture sourcing clients. If we're approaching capacity limits, we'll communicate early. This is why we only offer storage to clients using our sourcing services.
Q: How do I reserve storage space?
A: Contact us when you're ready to start your furniture sourcing project. We'll coordinate receiving dates with your vendor deliveries and ensure space is available before items are ready.
📧 Email: info@forrestgloverdesign.com
🌐 Web: www.forrestgloverdesign.com
📍 Location: Guadalajara, Jalisco
Storage is not where we make money. Helping you source beautiful furniture is.
Our break-even storage model is designed to make your entire furniture sourcing experience seamless. While your collection is being built, your pieces are professionally stored at cost. No hidden fees, no profit padding—just transparent pricing and white-glove service.
Rates valid through March 31, 2026. Subject to change with 30 days notice.