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Why Parking is Important

With the average commute time, many people spend more time in their cars than they do in their own backyards. This has led to their cars becoming like a second home. Having the ability to rent parking and park their vehicles in a safe and secure place is a top priority for many people. Oftentimes, the vehicle is an indispensable part of how members of a household create their income.

The Benefits of Parking

Having consistent and predictable parking spaces to rent gives a sense of peace to those that use their vehicles as either a source of income or an integral part of how they make a living. For those who use their vehicles as a source of income, like cabs or delivery drivers, the availability of parking to rent is vital. For those that use their cars as the main source of transportation in their household, available parking, either for rent or for free, is something they need to consider. If they have solid and dependable parking to rent, they have one less thing to worry about.

Why Nearby Parking is Important

For anyone who has had to rent parking extremely far away from where they need to be knows why being able to rent nearby parking is important. Whether you are needing to go to a doctor’s appointment or are delivering something, the ability to rent nearby parking is essential.

For those who are bringing their elderly parents or have young children with them, the accessibility of nearby parking to rent could be a deciding factor in whether you choose to go to that business or office.

Also, your vehicle’s distance from the store can determine how you shop and how much you can shop for. If you many bags or purchases, nearby parking, either for free or to rent, would be an important factor in your choice.

The Benefits of Nearby Parking

When you can rent parking nearby, you are benefitted in many ways.

Getting in your vehicle and leaving is simple and easy

If there is a need to return to your car for any reason, it is nearby and easy to access

Less time walking from your car to your destination

If there is unexpected weather, you may be forced to walk through the terrible weather to get back to your vehicle or you would be forced to wait. By being able to rent parking nearby, there is no need to worry about that.

As mentioned, by choosing to rent nearby parking, you may also have more peace of mind knowing that your vehicle is close by. Especially if you are parked in front of a store or restaurant where you have a line of sight on your vehicle. This means in the case of an emergency, you could leave quickly, not needing to travel a long distance to the parking space you were able to rent, far away from your location.

Josh’s Story The Athlete

Josh has always been a healthy guy. Living in an amazing country like Australia, he took advantage of all his country could offer. He mountain biked and snowboarded, surfed and hiked his whole life. His athleticism had opened doors for him when it came to opportunities through school. He travelled internationally and competed all through high school. When it came time to choose a university, he had the pick of places because of his past athletic achievements.

Being as fit and active as he was, he was never too worried about injuries. That was until he was in a car accident that damaged his leg. While not permanently injured, he needed some very specific therapy to rebuild his mobility and continue his athletic lifestyle.

This meant the world to Josh. His hopes for the future and his dreams for where his life was headed were completely wrapped up in his ability to perform as a high-level athlete. He would do whatever it took for that dream to happen. That is why he sought out every rehabilitative option for his treatment.

The Specialist

His specialist, who was highly sought after, agreed to treat him for his injuries. The challenge was that he was only in town for one day a week and he operated out of an office that didn’t have client parking. Josh told the specialist that he would make it work to see him.

Being a student, even as an athlete with a scholarship, he didn’t have very much extra money. He decided that it didn’t matter and he would find a way to get to his specialist every week. When Josh found the building that the specialist was going to be working from, he was quite surprised at the total lack of nearby parking. He searched but couldn’t find any that was remotely close. All the available parking was reserved and much of it was resident parking. It turned out that the building was part office building, part residence so the amount of available nearby parking was minimal.

The Problem

The other challenge for Josh was that he wasn’t supposed to be doing a lot of walking until he had rehabilitated his leg. According to the doctor, he should be limiting his walking to only to and from his appointments. He wasn’t going to disobey his doctor’s orders since he wanted to be a professional athlete. This made it clear to Josh he needed to find nearby parking and he needed to find it soon because his first appointment with the specialist was next week.

He had a friend search the area (since he couldn’t walk) for nearby parking and his friend said there was no available parking nearby. The closest he could find was blocks away. Josh set about finding a solution.

The Search for a Solution

He contacted his coach and asked his teammates if someone could drive him to his appointments every week. This wouldn’t have been a problem if his appointments weren’t at 11:30 on Monday mornings when all his teammates and coaches were busy with school work or teaching.

He thought about hiring a ride service or a cab but the cost from his home to the office and back was more than he could afford if he still wanted to eat. He had even called the office that the specialist worked in and asked if they had a nearby parking space that he could use for the duration of his visit. They informed him that he would have to find parking nearby himself.

Parking Made Easy!

Two days before his appointment, he found a website called Parking Made Easy. This seemed to be exactly the solution he was looking for. Their service allowed people who had unused or underused parking spaces to put them up for rent. Josh was hoping that someone was renting the parking space nearby.

He found that one of the residents of the building in which he would be doing his therapy was willing to rent out their nearby parking space. This was exactly what Josh needed! He contacted the owner through Parking Made Easy and reserved his parking space for every week that he would be seeing the specialist. By listing their nearby parking space, that owner had created an opportunity for Josh to get what he needed while creating an income for themselves. Truly a win-win!

How Does Parking Made Easy Work?

Parking Made Easy has set up a central space, a digital marketplace, for those who need parking and those who have parking available. This allows the needs of those in the community, such as Josh’s need for nearby parking, to be met by locals in the community that have nearby parking to rent.

Drivers who are looking to rent spaces through Parking Made Easy will get to enjoy these benefits you wouldn’t otherwise receive in a regular parking stall.

Have your money stay where it belongs, in your pocket. Do this by paying reasonable instead of ridiculous rent rates for nearby parking.

Save your time and by choosing to rent and reserve a parking space. This means you don’t have to search for a space to rent, you already have it.

No stress or strain about the potential parking fines you can receive when you rent a space from somewhere else.

Money back guarantee on the Parking Made Easy community membership

Benefit the locals by choosing to rent a nearby space through them

As the renter who will rent your nearby parking space, you get to enjoy this set of benefits!

Make extra income for your expenses with no extra time or effort!

Enhance the local community by offering up a nearby parking space that someone needs to rent

List your nearby parking space for rent on Parking Made Easy for thousands to see with no listing fee!

Sign up as a member at Parking Made Easy and start saving time and money today! You have a 30-day money-back guarantee on your membership if you find our community doesn’t meet your needs.

Access unlimited search results, listings and more.

Parking Made Easy Help and Frequently Asked Questions

Will I get value for money?

You will have access to #1 Parking Space Directory 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for your chosen subscription period. Just one membership payment will allow you to access the directory as many times as you like and post a listing online plus provide you with a range of helpful resources. Parking in driveways is much more cheaper than expensive commercial parking stations and if it saves you from only one council parking fine, the membership will have more than paid for itself.

Who can share their parking space?

Anyone with a driveway or garage that is available for some period of time.

How much should I advertise my parking space for?

It really depends on a number of factors, you should consider the price of other parking spaces in your area. If your still unsure, you can estimate a price and increase or decrease it based on the number of responses you receive.

Can I ask for a security deposit?

Yes, if you like. You should state this in the description of your listing along with any other terms. Drivers and Hosts are able to communicate using the Parking Made Easy mail system and can arrange for the provision of the security deposit.

What are the home insurance implications of sharing a parking space?

This depends on your own insurance policy as they all differ. For any other queries, please contact your insurance provider.

How do I go list my parking space?

If you have an available driveway or garage, you can list your space on website using two methods. The quickest way is to select list on the menu bar and enter a few details, your parking space will advertised immediately on the website and you can come back at a later stage to complete the registration. Alternately, you can register for the website and list your parking space in the My Account area of the website.

What is Parking Made Easy?

Parking Made Easy connects drivers looking for parking with home owner's who have available parking spaces to share including empty driveways, garages and car parks. Simply join online, search the available parking spaces and send messages to parking space owner's you're interested in.

How much does it cost to join?

It's free to join, browse listings and post an ad, there is no commitment to subscribe, and you do not need to enter any payment details when signing up. When you're ready to start contacting potential parking space owners you can choose from a range of paid subscription options. Please login to see a description of the current subscription plans and their prices. You can pay by credit card online using secure encryption to keep your credit card details safe. Your credit card details are never stored by Parking Made Easy.

I sent a message last week and did not get a response, what do I do?

Due to the increasing popularity of the website, sometimes system messages are getting stuck in spam/trash folders. Its always good to make a quick phone call if there is a phone number available. Otherwise, please let us know and we can provide you with the direct email of parking providers for you to contact. You can also post a wanted listing by logging in and going to parkingmadeeasy.com.au/listing/quick and choosing offer type wanted.

When should I increase/decrease the price of my parking space?

If you are getting plenty of booking requests, you may want to consider increasing your price. On the other hand, if you are not receiving many request you may want to consider reducing the price.

Do you charge hidden commissions or markup the parking rental prices?

It is commission FREE for both drivers and parking providers with ZERO markups, meaning we do not increase the parking price or add a margin to earn extra profits. We do not charge any online booking or service fees and pride ourselves on 100% transparency so there are not any hidden costs, fees or charges. Membership Contribution is the only small cost which you can purchase when you’re ready and is much less expensive than paying inflated parking prices at other websites or drive up locations and no parking fines, saving you money.

How much can I earn from sharing my parking space?

It really depends on a number of factors, but some parking spaces are shared for up to $20 per day for a sporting event or festival. Other parking spaces are shared for up to $100 per week. That’s equivalent to more than $5000 per year!

How do I give the driver the swipe card / remote / key to my parking space?

Drivers and Hosts are able to communicate using the Parking Made Easy mail system and can arrange for the provision of the swipe card / remote / key.

What quality control is conducted by your site?

Any discrepancies or concerns regarding listings are followed up by Parking Made Easy. Any negative feedback is checked and acted upon immediately. Feedback is sought from a random sample of site members regularly, to ensure that quality standards are maintained. Listings which are inactive for an extended period of time are removed from the site, so we ensure the list of parking spaces is as current and accurate as possible. We also ask for members' help in monitoring quality by contacting us to provide feedback.

Why pay when other websites are free?

With a choice of free websites it's natural to ask this question. Free websites do not have the resources to invest in the latest tools and innovations, by choosing to use a paid website you will benefit from smart design, clever navigation and great search tools which enhance the user experience. You will also have the assurance that the content on the site is checked for quality purposes. Additionally, as a paid subscriber you will also have your own dedicated email inbox. This means you can chat safely and privately, only giving out personal information if, and when, you're ready. This alone is a good answer to the question. Finally, we also have a customer care team on hand to answer any queries you may have about how to use the features of the site, uploading photos or about your subscription. Whatever your question, we’re here to offer some friendly support.

How many messages should I send and how long will it take?

It depends on your specific need - some parking spaces are easier to find than others. So to make the most of the site we recommend that you send 8-10 messages and allow a 7 day turnaround, although it is likely you will gain a good number of replies within days. Many listings also contain mobile phone numbers which will allow for immediate contact. If your first round of emails don't introduce you to the right person, simply send out a second round the following week - there will be more people to choose from and you are likely to succeed within that week. You may also need to consider varying your expectations (perhaps offering an increased rental amount or longer rental terms if the parking space is in a high demand area).

Is it safe to share my parking space with someone I don't know?

Share your parking space only when you feel comfortable. You should always take due care when interacting with others online or in person.

Do I have to pay tax on the income from sharing my parking space?

Parking Made Easy advises parking hosts to seek independent, expert advice regarding their personal taxation liability.

What are the car insurance implications of sharing a parking space?

When parking your car, you leave it at your own risk, the same as when you use a commercial parking operator. For any other queries, please contact your insurance provider.

What are the benefits of Parking Made Easy?

Driver's save time by knowing when and where to park before arriving. Save money compared to paying for expensive parking stations and no more council parking fines either! Parking Made Easy also let's home owner's make money renting their unused car space.

How do I cancel a membership?

To cancel a membership, users may contact Parking Made Easy at https://www.parkingmadeeasy.com.au/contact, by email at [email protected] If a user cancels its membership, users will have access to the membership benefits until the end of the then-current membership term; the membership will not be renewed after that term expires.

Does Parking Made Easy screen the listings?

We are an introduction website only, so we do not do screenings. Members should conduct thorough phone screenings, interviews and reference checking before scheduling a booking. Parking Made Easy also provides you with resources to assist you including parking space price guides and sample parking contracts.