If you’ve been to Disney or are planning a trip, you already know how quickly your expenses can add up. Renting Disney Vacation Club (DVC) points from a DVC member is a great way to book your Disney resort stay at a fraction of the cost. We call it “renting points” but it works like this: You’re basically purchasing the one-time use of points from a member who has more points than they will be able to use this year. Since points have an expiration date, members will lose their points if they don’t use them in time. Instead of losing points, members have the option to rent out points which gives them an opportunity to recoup some of their costs. 

While anyone can rent DVC points, it’s important to note that there are risks involved on both sides of the transaction. When you rent points, you are a “guest” of the member who rented some of their points to you. You’re staying in a resort associated with their name, so anything that happens during your stay will be a reflection on them. As the renter, you want to be sure you’re actually sending money to a real DVC member who will, in turn, uphold their end of the deal. Using a reputable Disney Vacation Club rental broker is the best way to protect yourself and save money on your stay.

Advantages of the Disney Vacation Club

Becoming a Disney Vacation Club member is a great way to save money on your Disney vacations. This membership was created to give frequent Disney vacationers more bang for their buck. Members purchase a contract where points deposit yearly into their account for a designated amount of years. These points can be used for nightly stays at DVC resorts, provided space is available. There are amazing perks that go well beyond saving money on resort stays as a DVC member, but one of the greatest benefits is that members can choose to rent out some of their points. Becoming a member is a commitment and it can be intimidating to feel locked into something. Disney knows this, so they created a way for families to invest in their vacations, save money, and bypass some of the common pain points associated with traditional timeshares. 

How Do DVC Members Rent Out Their Points?

If you are DVC member and are interested in renting out some of your points, finding a qualified renter is the first step. Using a broker is the easiest way to handle this transaction, and the cost per point of using a broker is often well worth the investment. A broker can help you set rental terms and create a listing, assist you in making the reservation, help facilitate payment, and process the paperwork to ensure the transaction goes smoothly.  

How Does Renting Points Work for Renters?

Booking a Disney resort using DVC points doesn’t only result in substantial cost savings, but can get you into resorts that may be out of your price range as an independent vacationer. The most important part of finding a good rental is to plan ahead. Most DVC Resorts book out at least 5 to 7 months in advance). You can use our point calculator to determine how many points you will need for your preferred resort. Once you have your travel dates and point needs determined, you can go to a broker website and search through the rental listings to find a match. You will be able to see the use year, the cost per point, the resort, and whether or not the points can be broken up. We recommend discussing your plans with your broker because they can help you determine which of these factors matter most to you for your individual booking.

What is the Advantage of Going Through a Broker?

One of the biggest challenges in renting points is sorting out the legitimate offers from potential scams. Working with an experienced DVC rental broker can provide peace of mind. Brokers have vetted members who they know and trust. When you rent DVC points through a broker, they are the middle man serving both parties. Their business thrives on trustworthy, secure transactions, and they go to great lengths to provide reliable services for DVC members and renting families. 

There has to be a level of trust between the DVC member and renter. Many brokers get to know their DVC members, which can facilitate that trust between the two parties. Members know they can trust the transaction, and those who are renting their points will know that the members have been verified. Booking using someone else’s DVC points can be a more complicated process than reserving a room directly, so a broker can help you navigate the process and save you substantial money on your next Disney vacation.

We’ve Been There and Done That 

We are DVC Advantages. We have over 30 years of personal experience as DVC members ourselves and over 30 combined years of selling DVC directly with Disney. We know the ins and outs of the DVC membership benefits. We can guide you in choosing the best resort for your family, and help facilitate DVC point rentals to save you a considerable amount of time and money through our trustworthy rental process.

Booking a trip through DVC Advantages might be the best thing you do this year, so give us a call! You can have a taste of the DVC member experience without a long-term commitment. We can help ensure that you get the best Disney experience for a fraction of the price when compared to booking directly with Disney. Whether you are interested in renting, buying, or selling points, DVC Advantages is your advisor. We are passionate about helping families get the most out of their Disney vacations, and it shows. Let’s talk about where you want to go this year and how we can help you get there.