Renting out items
Setting pricing and availability
Choose clear rental rates and keep your calendar dependable.
5 min readUpdated July 30, 2026
Quick answer
Price for the item’s value and local demand, then block every period when you cannot fulfill a rental.
Choose your rates
Use the pricing units supported by your listing and make sure the renter can understand the cost for a typical project.
- Consider the item’s condition, replacement value, maintenance, and local alternatives.
- Use longer-duration pricing when it provides a meaningful renter discount.
- Review the renter-facing total after fees rather than evaluating only your base rate.
Set availability
- 1
Choose your availability mode
Use broad availability with blackout dates or select only the dates renters may request.
- 2
Protect existing commitments
Confirmed booking periods remain locked and cannot be made available.
- 3
Update changes promptly
Block maintenance, personal use, and any period when handoff is not possible.
Respond to requests
Owners have 24 hours to approve or decline a booking request. Check the dates and handoff details before approving.
Review performance
Avoid frequent cancellations
An accurate calendar protects renters from disrupted plans and helps preserve confidence in your listing.
