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From first hello to first booking
— in about a week.

We’ll guide you step by step.
And if you don’t have a vehicle yet, we’ll help you find the right one.

1
Reach out.
Inquiry form, call, or text — your pick.
2
Free consultation.
Your goals, your budget, your vehicles (or acquisition plan). We tailor the approach and answer everything. No strings attached.
3
Agreement & setup.
Service agreement, insurance, parking enrollment, GPS.
4
Vehicle prep.
Inspection, detailing, professional photos, optimized listing.
5
Go live.
Listed on TURO — first booking typically within 3 days.
6
Get paid.
Earnings flow in; you watch everything live.
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Planning to use our Proxy Vehicle Purchase service? Skip every acquisition worry — we handle it. Self-acquiring your own vehicle? See the step-by-step guide below.

Your TURO profile, or ours?

During your consultation you’ll make one key decision: whose TURO profile hosts your cars. There’s no wrong answer — here’s the honest comparison.

OUR profileYOUR profile
Packages availablePROFULLLITEPRO
PayoutsConsolidated monthly, with full reportingDaily, direct from TURO
Host status & perksAll-Star / Power Host from day one — windshield repair up to $100 & tire repair/replacement up to $200 per covered claim with zero damage responsibility, priority 7-day support, expedited claimsOnly if your own account qualifies
Utilization potentialHigher from day oneLower for small/new accounts
Guest comms & DL verificationIncludedIncluded with Pro; you handle it on Lite
Tolls & ticketsInvoiced to guests by usYou handle the guest invoicing
RefuelingInvoiced to guests — no deposit needed$100/car refundable deposit OR two fleet fuel cards
Account accessNo credentials neededYou share TURO login with us (booking data entry)
Your brandHosted under oursFull control — build your own
Exit noticeUp to 31 daysSame-day

Buying your own car?
Follow these exact steps so you miss nothing.

We buy cars for a living — this is our exact playbook, free. (Or skip all of it: our Proxy Purchase service does this for you at $250 per successful acquisition, with 6.5% sales tax automatically waived when combined with proxy-title holding.)

1Budget & financing▾

Some investors prefer to leverage their returns without putting down too much cash by financing their vehicle purchase. Others prefer higher monthly profit and lower cash-flow risk with a full-cash purchase. There is no right or wrong choice — each has unique pros and cons, and you should choose the path that suits your financial goals and risk appetite. Need advice? Our experts will happily talk it through during your free consultation.

Step 1 — Check your savings & set your investment budget.

Whether you finance or not, you’ll still need to put down some cash to get started. Ask yourself:

(1) How much savings/cash do I have in hand right now?
(2) What is the maximum amount I’m comfortable investing in TURO?
Step 2 — Decide: financing, or cash purchase?
Financing
PROS
  • Start with as little as $500 of initial investment.
  • Easily scale your fleet — you only need down payments.
  • Higher ROI% than cash purchase, since you start with less capital.
CONS
  • Good credit history required for good rates.
  • Lower monthly earnings after loan payments.
  • Higher cash-flow risk — careless setups can pay out more than they earn.
Cash purchase
PROS
  • More cash per month — no loan payments.
  • Stable earnings & cash flow; significantly reduced risk.
  • No credit history required, just cash.
CONS
  • Need at least ~$5,000 for a decent economy vehicle.
  • Scaling is harder — every car needs full cash.
  • Lower ROI% than financing, since more capital goes in.
Step 3 — Pre-check your financing options (if financing).

Speak with banks and auto-loan lenders. Three answers to seek: (1) the maximum amount you’re approved for, (2) the maximum number of concurrent auto loans, (3) the interest rate.

Target loan conditions
Down payment: 5–10% · Loan length: 72–84 months
Interest rate: <5% very good · 5–7% good · 7–9% decent · 9–10% bad · 10%+ very bad

Where to hunt the best rate: local credit unions (often the best rates), tier-1 banks (Chase, BoA, TD — competitive, sometimes special offers), and car dealerships (occasionally promotional rates beating any bank).

Step 4 — Set a rough goal on your number of vehicles.

General purchase-price guideline per vehicle class:

Ultra-Economy: $5,000–$7,500 Modern Economy: $8,000–$14,000 Aged Premium: $10,000–$16,000 Modern Premium: $15,000–$25,000

We highly recommend never venturing outside these price ranges and classes. With your budget and financing picture, you can now estimate how many vehicles you can start with. The number will likely change once you actually shop — but setting an initial expectation helps every next step.

2TURO eligibility▾

Just because a car is in running shape doesn’t mean it can be listed on TURO. Per TURO’s Terms of Service (as of Oct 2025), the major USA eligibility requirements are:

  • Passenger cars with fewer than 10 seats only — no limousines, off-road vehicles, RVs, motorcycles, or anything requiring a commercial license.
  • Under 12 years of age at listing time (once listed, the vehicle may stay on past 12 years).
  • Under 130,000 miles at listing time (once listed, it may stay on past 130,000 miles).
  • Clean title — no salvage, branded, or rebuilt titles.
  • Under $200,000 fair market value.
  • Zero outstanding recalls — if a recall is announced, the vehicle is unlisted until you submit documented proof it’s been addressed.
  • Passes safety & maintenance inspection requirements (no check-engine light, tires under 6 years old, etc.).

Full details on TURO’s official pages:

3Research & wish-list▾

Look for used-car listings that satisfy both your budget and TURO’s eligibility. For now, keep the research broad and shallow — the goal is a rough baseline on general pricing for vehicles matching your criteria. Don’t pull any triggers yet; just look around, gauge average pricing, and build a wish-list.

Where to hunt
  • Facebook Marketplace — amazing deals sometimes, but beware of scammers; financing private sales can be a challenge and your lender may limit it.
  • Auto auctions & wholesalers — the cheapest source if you already have deep market knowledge and access; out of reach for most people, and financing is tricky.
  • Listing platforms (AutoTrader, Cars.com, CarGurus, AutoTempest, etc.) — all valid for broad research and baseline pricing.
Note these four factors for every wish-list car
  • Average price range — what is it selling for, given age, mileage, condition?
  • Reliability factors — widely-known issues for the model, like CVT transmissions?
  • Desirability factors — does it look good? Would renters seek this car?
  • Depreciation factors — has it already depreciated heavily, or is there more room to fall?
4Profitability math▾
Step 1 — Check average yearly TURO earnings for each car on your list.

TURO provides an official profit calculator (“Carculator”) and annual earnings data for various makes/models — use it. Keep in mind some makes/models won’t have public data; that doesn’t mean the car performs badly (it just hasn’t been listed as much), so don’t be discouraged.

TURO
Carculator — TURO’s official earnings calculator
turo.com/us/en/car-rental/united-states/carculator
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Step 2 — Set realistic expectations with our own earnings data, by vehicle class.

Based on years of operating our own fleet on TURO:

Ultra-Economy — $450–600/mo ($5,400–$7,200/yr)
“Beaters” — cheap, old cash cars (~$3,000–$6,000) that aren’t visually appealing but get the job done. Price-sensitive renters keep this segment performing consistently. (e.g. 2015 Fiat 500)
Economy — $600–700/mo ($7,200–$8,400/yr)
Like ultra-economy but newer and nicer. Toyota Camry, VW Jetta, Dodge Journey, etc.
Aged Premium — $750–900/mo ($9,000–$10,800/yr)
Premium brands (BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Cadillac) close to the 12-year mark. Still desirable and beautiful at 10 years old.
Modern Comfort — $800–1,400/mo ($9,600–$16,800/yr)
The “weird” segment between economy and premium, under 4 years old: Tesla, Jeep Wrangler, Ford Bronco, F-150. Clearly nicer than economy, not quite premium.
Premium — $1,200–2,000/mo ($14,400–$24,000/yr)
Premium brands (BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Cadillac, Lincoln) at 4–7 years old.
Ultra-Premium — $2,000+/mo ($24,000+/yr)
Premium-to-exotic brands (Maserati, Porsche, etc.) under 4 years old.
Step 3 — Apply the Goldilocks rule.

A nice, expensive car isn’t automatically profitable — many inexperienced hosts start with brand-new premium vehicles and lose thousands to depreciation alone. There’s a Goldilocks Zone where market value and expected earnings fit perfectly:

Yearly Earnings ÷ Purchase Price ≥ 50% — or keep looking.

Example: a $10,000 car expected to earn $7,000/yr = 70% — a good buy. Filter out anything projecting under 50%, and focus on the top performers.

Step 4 — We run the full profitability numbers with you.

Monthly payments, depreciation, vehicle equity — the real math confuses most people. Before you commit to a car, we’ll walk the complete cash-flow and exit math with you: what it earns, what it costs, and what your position is worth when you eventually sell. Ask us in your free consultation — bring your own candidate car or let us source one.

Free consultationWe run your numbers before you buy anything — no commitmentBook ↗
5Pre-purchase safety▾
Step 1 — Check the VIN for outstanding recalls.

Ask the seller for the VIN — a legitimate seller always provides it, no questions asked. If they won’t disclose it, that’s a huge red flag: walk away immediately. Then run the VIN through the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) website. No recall status = the car passes; proceed to the next step.

NHTSA
Check for recalls by VIN — NHTSA
nhtsa.gov/recalls
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If there IS a recall, call the nearest dealership of the same brand and ask about it:

✓ You may proceed if…
The recall is old (years back) and the dealership has the fix readily available with quick scheduling. Recall repairs are completely free — manufacturers pay. Just ask for a dated document certifying the recall was addressed; TURO may require it at listing.
✗ Do NOT proceed if…
The recall is recent and there’s no official solution yet — or there’s a long parts waitlist. Some owners have waited over a year; the car cannot be listed on TURO that entire time. Stay far away.
Step 2 — Schedule a Pre-Purchase Inspection (PPI).

Most repair shops offer PPI for $50–$150, and some technicians travel to wherever the car is parked (dealership, seller’s house) — schedule it before pulling the trigger; a quick Google search gives plenty of options near the car. Satisfactory results = the car is most likely in good shape; buy with confidence. Concerning signs = walk away, unless you have solid mechanical knowledge or a trustworthy technician of your own.

6Purchase▾

If everything checks out and the pricing is good, it’s time to pull the trigger. Paying cash? The process is fairly simple and quick. Financing? Expect more coordination — you’ll work with both your lender and the seller to facilitate the transaction.

Strongly recommended: if (1) you want our sales-tax exemption (~6.5% saved on the purchase price) and (2) you’re buying in cash (no financing), use our Proxy Title-Holding service — we purchase, hold, and manage the title on your behalf. $5/mo per vehicle; the tax saving alone typically covers years of it.

What you’ll need

Under OUR profile
☐Your vehicle (or acquisition budget)
☐Agreement signed
☐Insurance / parking / GPS set up
That’s it.
Under YOUR profile
☐Everything in the “Under OUR profile” checklist
☐Your TURO account credentials shared
☐Your SunPass account linked
☐$100/car refundable refueling deposit OR two fleet fuel cards

Honest timeline expectations

≤2 weeks
Buying the first car (≤1 month if buying multiple cars at once)
If you already have a vehicle to rent out, this step is skipped.
~1 week
Prep & listing
≤3 days
First booking
1–2 months
New listings reach steady-state pricing after ~10 ratings — the ramp affects price, not occupancy

Onboarding FAQ

Do I need an LLC or corporation?▾
No. Individuals co-host with us every day. An LLC is optional (and we’ll happily work with yours).
Do I have to live in Florida?▾
No. 70%+ of our clients live out of state; ~20% are international. Proxy-title holding exists exactly for this.
What is Proxy-Title Holding and why would I use it?▾
We hold the title as owner-of-record while a private agreement keeps you the true owner with every right. You skip Florida DMV logistics, LLC setup, and — when buying through us — 6.5% sales tax. $5/mo per vehicle.
Can I start with a financed car?▾
Yes, but it stays under your own insurance (our commercial policy can’t accept financed vehicles).
How many cars can I start with?▾
Starting with just one vehicle is completely fine — though we recommend 3–5 vehicles to truly enjoy the safety net of diversification.
What if my car doesn’t qualify for TURO?▾
We’ll tell you straight in the consultation, and help you decide whether to sell, swap, or source a better performer.

Ready when you are.

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Fleeteer
A TURO Fleet Co-Hosting Company.
JHP HOLDINGS LLC (DBA Fleeteer)
5500 Hazeltine National Dr, Orlando, FL 32812
Legal
© Fleeteer. All rights reserved.
Fleeteer (JHP Holdings LLC) is a vehicle acquisition and fleet management service — not a financial company. Nothing on this website constitutes an offer of securities, an investment product, or financial, legal, or tax advice. All earnings figures and projections shown are illustrative estimates based on historical fleet performance under best-case assumptions (no damage, downtime, or early exit) and are not guarantees of future results. Actual results vary with vehicle selection, package choice, market demand, seasonality, and operating events.
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