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📝 From r/sidehustle…

I jumped into the event rental business (weddings, parties, etc) in June 2024. After spending a couple months watching TheRentalGuy on YouTube, I decided to take a shot.

He created an LLC, made a logo, and listed table and chair rentals on Facebook Marketplace. Standard white padded chairs, round and rectangular tables.

I posted about 8pm on a Friday and by 8:30pm I received my first booking… for a 300 person party! I owned nothing.

Rather than turn it down, he met the client for a cash 50% deposit – then spent $10K buying the equipment new.

First partial year (Aug–Dec 2024): $8K. First full year: $40K 🤑

On any given weekend he might pull in $200 to $3K, depending on bookings and inventory.

Season runs March–October. He operates out of a 16×22 detached garage with an enclosed trailer.

The biggest time sink 👇

The white chairs need to be cleaned about half the time after being rented out.

Still, the upside is clear…

Once it’s paid off, it sure is nice to make a random $500 for maybe 2 hours worth of work on a Saturday morning.

Even with 1/4 the equipment, a lot of $ can be made. It’s a great side hustle if you have the physical ability.

Wedding season is coming up – could be worth testing with a small inventory in your area 💪

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