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10+ Clever Items To Rent Instead of Buy

Sometimes it makes more sense to rent items than buy them.

For example, a few years ago, my husband was installing a fence on our property. We did not need to buy a posthole digger, which runs $219!

So he went to Home Depot and rented one for $50/day. And saved over $150.

So Why Is It Good to Rent?

There are times when it makes a lot more sense to rent!

  • If you only need an item once, like equipment from Home Depot

  • Need an item for a limited time

  • Need an item for a special occasion like a wedding, like a fake cake.

  • You just want to try out an item before buying. For example, this could include musical instruments, sporting equipment or photography equipment.

  • You also want to encourage a more sustainable environment and cut down on waste.

  • Your home has a lack of storage space.

  • You don’t want extra tools, etc. cluttering up your home.

What items qualify to be rented instead of bought? Here are some good ones.

And did you know you can rent someone else’s property, pool, garage, etc? Here are some websites to check out:

  • Camping: Hipcamp

  • Space for gardening: YardYum

  • Garage storage: Neighbor

  • Private swimming pool: Swimply

  • Parking spaces, which can be hard to find in crowded cities or popular tourist destinations: SpotHero

  • Ceremonial caskets with removable interiors: Many funeral homes offer this option