Renting
Reality (Who this may fit)
Home bound, Raising kids, Physically strong,
Disabled, 55 and over, haven’t be working,
want something to do, and you
Space Has Value
I can’t let a stranger in my home.
That’s the one thing that gives people pause. That’s where references help. Talking to someone that can vouch for the individual lessens the uncertainty of not knowing. There will be changes and a period of getting used to the person, but when it works out, you’ve turned unused space into income.
I need money, but my place is not big enough for someone to live with me
If your space is big enough for boxes and bags, you may have a solution. Storage space, parking space, work space, and temporary space can all have value.
Would anyone pay to use something I already have?
Absolutely! You have something they need and don’t have. People borrow, use things one time, or utilize things for a variety of arrangements. If you’re willing to assist, then you have a client. These days, almost everything gets rented
Why people pay for this
People need space, storage, convenience, and affordability. They also want to know their belongings are safe and that the arrangement is reliable.
Parking space Setup Time: A few hours
Most people don’t think of a parking space as something they can rent, but an empty space is still a space. People need places to park while they’re at work, visiting family, attending events, storing a vehicle, or simply trying to avoid crowded streets. If you have a spot that sits empty most of the day, it’sworth more than you think.
Freezer Storage Space. Setup: Usually less than a day
Open your freezer and take a look. If it’s only half full, you may have room someone else needs. Families buy in bulk, hunters fill freezers quickly, gardeners preserve harvests, and some people simply run out of cold storage. What looks like empty space to you can solve a problem for someone else.
Spare Room Setup Time: A few hours to several days for cleaning
If your space is big enough for boxes and bags, then you’ve got yourself a winning solution. People rent long term and that’s dollars and cents from a space that’s you haven’t touched for years. To someone else, however, it’s exactly what they need. People are constantly moving, downsizing, renovating, traveling, and running out of room. A spare room can become a simple source of income without changing much about your daily life.
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
- Decide what you’ll rent.
- Make sure it’s clean and ready to use.
- Take clear photos of the item.
- Set a daily or weekly rental price.
- Decide where you’ll advertise.
- Tell people it’s available.
- Keep a notebook for rentals and payments.
- Agree on pickup and return times.
- Start with one rental.
- Learn from each rental and improve.
Who Needs this?
Families, neighbors, hunters, fishermen, gardeners, bulk shoppers, and people with temporary overflow storage needs
Ways To Earn More
Offer pickup and delivery. Whether you’re renting storage, freezer space, equipment, or another resource, pickup and delivery can become an additional source of income.
- Purchase a deep freezer, they’re the best price
- Rent freezer space to families with overflow food.
- Rent freezer space to small food businesses needing temporary storage.
- Pick up and deliver stored items for an additional fee.
- Offer access outside normal hours
- Rent multiple spaces
- Bundle related services
- Offer long-term discounts
What This Work Can Lead to/Related Work
Property services
Hosting
Storage services
Roommate opportunities,
Management services.
Smart Moves
Not all work involves performing a task. Sometimes value comes from providing access. A spare room, driveway, storage area, or piece of equipment may solve a problem for someone else. Renting focuses on making use of assets that already exist.
Take Inventory – You’re More Capable Than You Think
Do you have extra space? A room, parking spot, freezer space, storage area, shed, workshop, or driveway? Is it sitting unused most of the time? Are you comfortable sharing or renting it? If so, you may already have something people need.
Guess What?
People constantly need space. Storage space, parking, work space, freezer space, and rooms all solve problems.
This is the type of work that once it ends, you can have people waiting to take over the space. You don’t have to miss a monthly paycheck because people require the space to live in, work from or store things.
Activation Support
Still wondering if you can really do this or unsure what to charge? Activation Support can help you evaluate the opportunity.
Find out here.
Activation Support
Setup Time & What it Takes
Setup begins with a clear description of what you’re renting and where you’ll advertise it. Some spaces are ready immediately. Others may need cleaning, organizing, or preparation first.