What if I want to rent my motorhome or RV and manage it myself?
Is there an RV rental contract with Hightened Path RV Rental?
What does it cost to list my rental RV on Hightenedpath.com?
What’s included with my rental? Towels? Pots ‘N Pans? Sheets?
My motorhome is complicated. How can I be sure the renter understands it?
What other related services are provided to make extra $$ on my RV rentals?
Contact Hightened Path RV Rental of Colorado Springs. From there we will go through your RV and determine if the RV is rent-able. It can't be heavily damaged and must be in good working order. If the RV can be rented, then we will sit down and discuss the contract and your requirements for the rental RV.
Yes. We take photo's and video of your RV or motorhome. We gather as many details about the RV as possible. Then we show the RV available on hightenedpath.com
We are considered an RV leaseback agency. Leaseback agencies typically take full control of your vehicle, and conduct the entire rental process. Fees are 50% of the nightly rental. Leaseback renting makes sense for RV owners who are unable, or unwilling to perform the steps required to rent their motorhome, but still wish to earn some rental revenue.
Absolutely possible! This is a great alternative is you are concerned about someone else handling and caring for your RV! We will list your RV or Motorhome for free on our website. As it rents, we only take 10% of the nightly rental. You keep 90% and any additional fees or options you charge to the customer. This gives you flexibility, allows you to utilize our forms, credit card processing, and security checks. But most importantly, people will find your RV listing through our website!
The paper work that Hightened Path uses are as follows:
Yes. All of the contracts are the same, unless there is something specific about your RV or motorhome. If so, we can add an addendum to the contract. You can view it here: Owner Agreement
This varies RV to RV. The simple answer is that your RV will rent anywhere from $80 per night to $400 per night. The determination for this is: size, length, fuel type, slides, sleeping capacity, class, style and so on. Not necessarily in that particular order. But the more it sleeps, the easier it is to rent your RV.
You can expect to rent your RV from May - September here in Colorado. During this time the RV may only have two~three weeks total that it doesn't actually rent. If your RV rented for $100 per night for 5 months strait, that's $15000; 50% of that is $7500 cash in your pocket!
It doesn't cost you anything to rent your RV or to list it on hightenedpath.com
Yes, but this is a case by case basis. It really depends on you and if your RV is equipped for cold weather. The only time the RV really rents is during the holidays and spring break. Obviously living in a cold state like Colorado, the RV will have to be winterized. Not many people are going to want to rent during the winter without having water to use. There are ways around this if they really want to use the sewage and water. The renter signs an additional document stating they will pay for the de-winterization and re-winterization of the RV.
But, there is one other thing that Hightened Path does with the RVs during the winter. We have another location that we work with to keep the RVs rented in Arizona. We take the RVs down there in October and bring them back during the month of May. If this is something that interests you, we can further discuss this option with you.
There are two options Hightened Path uses to make sure the RV is properly covered through insurance.
Hightened Path RV Rentals tries to include as much as
possible for the RV rental. We do not charge extra for
these amenities. Depending on the RV and the space it
has available is what we are able to include. For
example a Class B conversion van only has room for
sheets blankets towels and paper goods. There is no room
for pots, pans and silverware. The Class A RV can easily
include everything needed for any type of trip.
Should you decide to manage the RV rental yourself, you can provide whatever you feel is necessary for the renter. You can see our "Prep Checklist" here.
Hightened Path uses proper screening for successful RV Rentals. Some of the most important screening practices are:
The incidence of true RV Conversion (theft) is actually very low, and in most cases the RV is recovered shortly after it is reported stolen. Conversion occurs when you rent out a vehicle and your renter does not bring it back. It is called a Conversion because you gave him permission to take the vehicle. Conversion is a crime in SOME states. In other states, rental companies must have specific wording on the front of their rental contracts and jump through one or more hoops to change this civil misdeed to a crime so that the police department will take action. Know your state law! For more information on conversion, call MBA RV Insurance 800-622-2201.
We do our very best to minimize the chance of damage with good renter screening and training practices, as indicated above. However, as the saying goes, “Accidents may happen.” The following list is how Hightened Path protects your RV.
Hightened Path will take care of most wear and tear issues. We will take care of the RVs oil changes, the fuel filter and if your RV has a generator, we will maintain that as well. Brakes and tires are dependent upon the RV unit. We also do a 36 Point RV Inspection by a professional mechanic twice a year. You can read more about our maintenance options here.
We are required to make a good faith attempt to get repairs made and get the renters back on the road as soon as possible. The best practices for roadside repairs include:
What does this mean for you, the RV owner? Depending on the nature of the repair and what we have agreed to in the rental contract, you will be notified with the extent of the repairs needed. At that point, it will be up to you, the owner, as how you wish to proceed. As long as Hightened Path has the needed money in the maintenance fund, we can get it repaired and you can reimburse us immediately or through future rental income.
RV rentals are always popular with families, professional couples, group outings, and vacationing retirees. Renters tend to be fairly affluent, as the daily rental rates are often more expensive than roadside motels, or other forms of camping. Renters can be former owners, especially renters of larger motorhomes. Hightened Path attracts some other profitable demographics:
No. Renting fifth wheels are difficult because there is a truck and specific hitch required to pull these. We do not supply either one. Although, you are welcome to rent and manage it yourself.
Older motorhomes can be semi-profitable rentals. Many owners keep their old motorhome when they rent, and use the rental revenue to pay for the new motorhome. Advantage of renting older RV’s include:
Other Considerations:
Hightened Path representatives do a thorough walk through of every RV with every single RV renter, regardless of their experience. Plus, Hightened Path makes a video covering all the essentials of using the RV. This can be viewed online anytime. We also prepare simplified explanations for each system, print them in large type, and have them laminated. We have recently made a troubleshooting guide that is included with every RV rental. Plus, all owner's manuals and documents are left for reading, reviewing and troubleshooting.
This is entirely up to you. Hightened Path will usually charge a $50 towing fee for this. This goes into the maintenance fund to cover wear and tear. Boat towing is in constant demand. With the proper hitch and electrical connections, towing a small boat is not difficult. Larger, heavier boats will require trailers with centrifugal brakes. Towing and tongue weight need to be considered, especially with a Class C. Contractually, the towing rules need to be laid out. If towing is allowed, towing weight and tongue weight need to be specified.
This is entirely up to you. Hightened Path does allow pets. But now a days, many people have small dogs. The only benefit to allowing dogs, on a case by case basis, is that it may mean a longer rental. If a pet is allowed in the RV, there are strict rules that apply. First the renter pays a NON-REFUNDABLE $200 fee. This is used to steam clean the carpets and upholstery after the RV is returned. Second, the pet must be in some type of cage while the renters are driving. Finally, the pet is not allowed on the sofa, bed or chairs. If any of these things take place, the renter pays additional fees.
Hightened Path does NOT allow renters to use the awning, even if the awning is automatic. Each awning is zipped tied so the renters cannot use them. If the zip ties are broken upon return, there is a fee associated with this. Unfortunately, they become very problematic and costly to repair. Most renters don't understand the various issues that can arise when not taking proper care of the RV awning.
Kids are allowed in any type of unit. 70% of all rentals have children. There are no additional fees or any other waivers that need to be signed for this.
No! We never allow any type of smoking in or around the RV. If there is any sign of this, there is a $400 fee attached to the rentals return. No smoking.
We offer some related services which are typically offered to renters.
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