How to Earn Extra Holiday Cash by Renting Out DVC Points

The holidays have a way of sneaking up on all of us, and so do the bills that come with them. If you have Disney Vacation Club points you won’t be using this year, renting them out is one of the easiest ways to get cash for your DVC points and put a little extra money toward the season. With DVC Rental Store, you can have 75% of your rental funds in hand within two to three business days of completing a rental, which means the money for your DVC points can show up well before the wrapping paper does.

Turn Unused DVC Points into Holiday Spending Money

You know how it goes. You haul the lights out of the garage, spend forty-five minutes untangling them, finally get the tree lit, and then realize half of it has gone dark, and the whole thing is leaning like the Tower of Terror. So now you need a new tree. And new lights. And probably a new extension cord, because nobody knows where the old one went.

Then there’s the gift list that somehow doubled since last year, the travel to see family, and the holiday feast. Whether you’re roasting a turkey, a ham, or a full Whoville-worthy roast beast, the grocery receipt tends to grow three sizes on its own. None of this is a reason to skip the fun, but it is a good reason to look at what you already own that could be helping out.

For a lot of Members, that’s a handful of DVC points sitting in their account with no trip attached to them yet.

How Much Can You Get for Your DVC Points?

The amount you can earn depends on how many points you have available, which use year they belong to, and how soon they need to be used. Our calculator gives you a quick estimate so you can see what your unused points could be worth before you do anything else.

If the number surprises you (in a good way), you’re not alone. Many Members don’t realize how much their spare points are worth until they run the math, especially when those points would otherwise go unused or expire at the end of their use year.

Why Planning Ahead Puts Cash in Your Pocket Sooner

Here’s a little secret from our side of the counter. The Members who get the most out of renting their points for the holidays are the ones who start a few weeks early. Every rental involves a few simple steps, from setting up your account to matching with a guest, booking the reservation, and signing the rental agreements. None of them take long, but giving yourself some breathing room means you’re not refreshing your inbox on December 22nd hoping the funds arrive before the stores close.

Starting now gives you more guest requests to choose from, more flexibility to find a match that fits your points, and more time to enjoy the payout once it lands. Think of it like shopping for gifts in early November instead of Christmas Eve. Same result, a lot less stress, and a much better chance of getting exactly what you want.

What to Check Before Renting Out Your DVC Points

Ready to put your unused DVC points to work? Before getting started, take a few minutes to review:

• Your available points: Check how many points you have available to rent.
• Your Use Year: Know when your points expire so you can plan accordingly.
• Your booking window: Consider which resorts and travel dates you can currently book.
• Existing reservations: Have a confirmed reservation you won’t use? Explore whether you can rent it out.

Once you have these details, you’re ready to explore rental opportunities with DVC Rental Store!

How Renting Your DVC Points Works with DVC Rental Store

We’ve tried to make renting your DVC points as easy as possible. Once your account is set up with us, the process looks like this:

• Browse guest requests. You’ll see available requests from guests that match the points you’re looking to rent, including the resort, travel dates, and room type.
• Claim a request. When you find one that fits, claim it so it’s yours to book.
• Book the reservation. Make the reservation for the guest through your Disney Vacation Club account.
• Sign the rental agreements. Once the reservation is secured and the agreements are signed, you’re on your way to getting paid.

Because you’re choosing from requests that already line up with your points, there’s no listing to write, no price haggling, and no waiting around hoping someone stumbles across your post.

When Will You Get Paid for Renting Out Your DVC Points?

One of the benefits of renting through DVC Rental Store is receiving 75% of your rental payout upfront, so you don’t have to wait until your Guest’s vacation to receive most of your earnings.

Once you’ve secured a reservation for a Guest or transferred a confirmed reservation into their name and completed the required steps, you’ll typically receive 75% of your payment within 2 to 3 business days. The remaining 25% is paid around the Guest’s check-in date.

If you’re hoping to use your rental earnings for holiday shopping, travel, or other seasonal expenses, planning ahead is key! The sooner you begin exploring rental opportunities, the more time you’ll have to find a match, complete the process, and receive your payment.

Turn Unused Points into Holiday Cheer

If you have DVC points to spare this year, now is the perfect time to see what they’re worth and get cash for your DVC points before the holiday rush is in full swing. A few minutes with the calculator and a few clicks to claim a guest request could cover a good chunk of the season’s spending, with 75% of the money for your DVC points arriving in just a few business days.

Ready to get started? Create your DVC Rental Store member account and browse guest requests that match your points today. If you want to learn more first, our guide to how renting DVC points works walks through every step!