{"id":3937,"date":"2019-08-16T16:00:43","date_gmt":"2019-08-16T16:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentfurniture.com\/blog\/?p=3937"},"modified":"2024-03-20T19:47:10","modified_gmt":"2024-03-20T19:47:10","slug":"the-year-rental-went-viral","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentfurniture.com\/blog\/2019\/08\/16\/the-year-rental-went-viral\/","title":{"rendered":"The Year Rental Went Viral"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Though it seems to be getting more coverage lately, renting as an alternative to buying is not a new concept. In addition to becoming more widely accepted, renting is considered more stylish than ever. Various industries take their turn at fine-tuning the business model and streamlining the process with a little help from modern technology. For many students and young professionals, it\u2019s not all about being fashionable. Much of the landscape for today\u2019s consumer does not match that of their parents. Starting their lives in the wake of the Great Recession and often wrestling for years with the high cost of education, this generation of Americans tends to be more selective about how their money (and time) is spent, often coveting experiences over material possessions. So, what are the benefits?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-fluid aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentfurniture.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/year-rent-a.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>WHATEVER YOU WANT ON DEMAND<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>More options and flexibility.<\/li>\n<li>Streamlined ordering process.<\/li>\n<li>Fast delivery\/pick-up and easy returns.<\/li>\n<li>Less stress, aggravation, and responsibility.<\/li>\n<li>No long-term commitments associated with ownership.<\/li>\n<li>No difficult or costly maintenance or upkeep.<\/li>\n<li>Try stuff out and consider buying the things you love.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t get stuck living with the things you don\u2019t love for way too long.<\/li>\n<li>Reduces stress on the environment by avoiding overconsumption.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>SUBSCRIBE TO INCREASED MOBILITY<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Downsize seamlessly.<\/li>\n<li>Moving becomes faster and easier.<\/li>\n<li>Get your foot in the door before making long term decisions.<\/li>\n<li>More time to plan your move and future plans.<\/li>\n<li>No need to throw things away prior to moving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-fluid aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentfurniture.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/year-rent-b.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>FINALLY A FURNITURE RENTAL COMPANY DESIGNED FOR YOU<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We take going above and beyond to new measures at AFR. We carefully craft every detail of every experience around you, working on your terms and going the extra mile so you don\u2019t have to. We cherish your complete satisfaction and offer an expansive catalog of exquisite styles and personalized housewares packages certain to achieve these results. With 40+ years of industry experience, 19 strategic locations across the US, and a growing family of 700+, AFR Furniture Rental provides you the highest degree of service and versatility. Enjoy the flexibility and peace of mind that comes along with selecting an innovative, stress-free furniture company. Finally, a furniture rental company designed for you.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Though it seems to be getting more coverage lately, renting as an alternative to buying is not a new concept. In addition to becoming more widely accepted, renting is considered more stylish than ever. 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