The Truth About Starting a Bounce House Business

[@tonyteevee2818]

Started my bounce house business 2 month ago with 4 brand new bounce houses and 1 inflatable dart board and they’re all 5 rented every Saturday. I get asked atleast 10 times a week for water slides & tables/chairs. So if you’re thinking of starting in this business definitely get one or two water slides along with atleast one or two bounce houses. I’m missing out on that money now but winter I’ll buy the those things I’m getting requested for.

[@nick_o_glass]

Yep waterslides are the money maker !

[@Jscottsurf2]

Where did you get insurance? I am having the hardest time getting a carrier to write mine..All 4 i've contacted so far "don't do bounce houses" and i even contacted a broker who reached out to 6 more who all declined.

[@nick_o_glass]

@@Jscottsurf2 thejumperman.com/insurance

[@BounceOut-cw2hs]

Where did you get your dart 🎯 board if you don’t mind me askinging

[@tonyteevee2818]

@@BounceOut-cw2hs Gorilla Bounce. It’s like $2,400 but worth it. It’s always rented

[@alfredoalba8810]

Just starting, you didn’t scare me you motivated me. I didn’t hear you say “you gave up”.

[@LoveMyFreedom_True2Self]

For sure I’m already starting mines, I just got a good feeling about it and I feel I can make it. Also I affirm you on what you do to give back and educate the community around the world. Thank you for the support and not being a hater.

[@nick_o_glass]

Thanks man! You bet, and good luck!

[@Blacksellingblacks1889]

Hey man seriously looking in to purchasing a couple bouncy houses. Just curious how’s the business so far if you’ve gotten to the grit yet? Are you starting with 1 house or multiple?

[@thewhiteknight02]

10 years in here. 15 units. One lift gate van. Big storage unit. We do 35-55k may-September. Part time seasonal business. Plow snow in the winter.

[@nick_o_glass]

That’s great!!

[@Blacksellingblacks1889]

Love to hear that you’re making such good income so efficiently! I’m interested in starting a bouncy house business myself. I have 2k in cash total should I just buy two houses? Any advice at all. Im ambitious and willing to make anything happen for this to work.

[@thewhiteknight02]

Just start out and work hard. Fine tune and grow as a few years go by. We do a lot of commercial/school/church events. Those are the high pay gigs where they rent a whole truck load to one place. Start out with a lower price and grow. Charge for delivery and distance.

[@bismakhan3815]

How do u market

[@gabrielplaysguitar7728]

We do Christmas lights on November and picked them up late January we did 38k just November mostly cash

[@esty721]

That insurance was a dream killer, but just got to hit that grind hard and keep it moving. Definetly need more than 1 bounce house to start.

[@nick_o_glass]

Not that I’m happy to kill dreams but reality is important! ✊🏼

[@esty721]

@@nick_o_glass but you kept me motivated and showed me the way, I can't complain

[@misst7848]

@@nick_o_glass Hi I just came across this video…this was very informative and important things to know before getting started. However, what type insurance do we need when searching for insurance?

[@Blacksellingblacks1889]

I only have 2k$ should I just buy only 2 and work my way up? Would that work or any other alternatives to use my 2thousand for the start up?

[@BigMarv652]

@@misst7848It would seem to me if you make them sign A waiver saying they hold you harmless for any accidents the only insurance you should need would be to protect your equipment.

[@slycooper7541]

im so happy you kept it real and said the negatives cause ive been considering starting a business and not thinking about the cons

[@nick_o_glass]

It’s the only way I know!! But starting a biz is hard, instagram has you thinking it’s all about automation and courses and nice cars and shit. It’s not. I have 4 employees that have nicer trucks than I do because I put the money back into the biz!

[@Blacksellingblacks1889]

@@nick_o_glasswhat’s up man I love that your supporting and giving information! I was wondering if you had an instagram or any contact I was just needing a couple words of advice for my start up. Sounds crazy but man I’ll pay you to talk me through this. Context is I’m going to start up this with only 2k I’m ambitions and willing to do whatever it takes to plow through the rough start up phase. I’m 19 just out of high school just needing some direction in this business before I attempt to take off. If you see just asking if you could reply I can give you my contact brotha stay grinding smart efficient!

[@nick_o_glass]

not enough money bro need $20k! Insurance is $5000 a year minimum. DM me on instagram @nick_o_glass

[@Agent_HadiSami1315]

Genuinely good person with great advice

[@nick_o_glass]

Thank you so much man!

[@JesseLeeMusic98]

I worked at jumptastic for 3 years loved that place so much and now I'm gonna start my own business

[@nick_o_glass]

That’s awesome!! ✊🏼

[@JesseLeeMusic98]

@@nick_o_glass did you get insurance as soon as you started or did you get it when you grew bigger ?

[@nick_o_glass]

@@JesseLeeMusic98 you need it as soon as you start. It’s an integral part of this business and so STARTING the business, requires it. Starting any business requires it

[@pacshipinc4780]

Which insurance company did you go with? @@nick_o_glass

[@bismakhan3815]

How does your Buisness use to do marketing ?

[@MichaelCGatesMusic]

I love hearing "What an awesome business... You drop it off, and get cash, and that's it." Then I laugh and reply, "I wish".

[@nick_o_glass]

Hahahaha. I always agree with them. YEP look how easy it is 😁

[@jojobeany]

Thanks!

[@nick_o_glass]

Awesome dude thanks so much!

[@infopartyhouston]

Yes sir, it is not easy and a super hard job with too much risk. An accident puts you out of business because your insurance goes through the roof. Imagine inflatables and mechanical rides like we do. Good luck from Houston trackless train LLC

[@nick_o_glass]

Insurance is tough!

[@imtonyborn]

You are truly of great value...thank u for all this good information..I am currently into bounce house #2 with party rental co. and also do tables tents chairs set ups etc... been doing the business almost 5 years now . Not on your scale with all the bounce houses but maaaan I can relate when you speak about the work that goes into this...thx again for your input is much appreciated.

[@nick_o_glass]

You are very welcome!!

[@TariqElkhatib]

Low barrier of entry definitely drew us in 💯

[@erikarice6859]

Every 5 will net $25,000 in 5 years, that’s a business model

[@nick_o_glass]

I started mine my accident almost but I suppose that’s the main factor why.

[@oscarvelasquez1205]

I don’t know if you’ll see this comment or not. I thought about over night rental. My question is do you tell customers to leave it running or do they unplug it at night???

[@Ezeyclaps56]

Dog your the fkn best thank you so much for this video I bought 3 slides and they haven’t came yet I’m so happy I seen this before they did now I know what to do what I need and how the in and outs of this business will be like you’re the best bro thank you so much dam

[@marcusramsey68]

Thanks for sharing. Very helpful. Definitely sharing this with others !

[@nick_o_glass]

You’re welcome!

[@mushmouth_thenomad]

This information is so gotdang helpful, I really appreciate it ! I hear the cons and see them as opportunities so thanks for being candid. If I invest in this it’s because I know I want to make it work.

[@nick_o_glass]

That’s why I made this video! To get all the info out there.

[@Tobi_Berg]

In Austria, it's a little different. Well over 90% of people pick up the bouncy castles from us and bring them back again. If they aren't cleaned or dismantled properly, they have to pay an additional €75. There's hardly any need for dismantling and reassembly.

[@tedjerdee1028]

That was the most informative 36 minutes I've ever seen about this topic. I'm in MA and really want to start a party rental business around inflatables. If I do start it, I want to have enough capital to buy 4 or 5 units plus the proper equipment to move and set them up. Hopefully, this video helped me avoid a lot of growing pains by doing it correctly from the start. Looking back, would you have started with new inflatables or would you still buy used to start?

[@nick_o_glass]

Thank you!! Yes that’s the point of the video, to make sure people don’t misconceive the industry that it’s soooo easy blah blah blah. And I still buy used not as often but I’d buy what I could find in good condition for sure!

[@tedjerdee1028]

@@nick_o_glass you da man! Appreciate you taking the time to make the video and responding!

[@nick_o_glass]

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[@shyliedaradox3236]

thankyou for this video, its going to take a while to get all my money and stuff together but im still thrilled to give this a try 😊😊 im in australia so ill see how this goes. if my business fails my kids can still enjoy the bouncing castles lol.

[@nick_o_glass]

Hahah yes! Love that. You won’t fail though ✊🏼

[@Conservative_Pulse]

Instead of insurance, why can’t you get a waiver written up by a personal Injury lawyer? Same thing as you sign when you sign up for a gym?

[@nick_o_glass]

Cause someone gets hurt, you get sued, and you forgot one anchor in the slide BOOM the lawyer will find a way to make it your fault for setting up wrong. $100,000 lawsuit? No thanks I’ll pay $8000/yr

[@ambermyers7463]

Waiver don’t hold up ever. Mainly used as a scare tactic. Ask any lawyer.

[@Conservative_Pulse]

@@ambermyers7463 I’ve been told different. They are a legal binding contract, regardless if the signee had legal representation present, but it doesn’t prevent someone from filing a claim. A judge will also want to see the waiver being used in place with other safety measures as well to make sure the participating parties safety and wellbeing was taken care of.

[@mikejonson5675]

Waivers are worth nothing, I've been in business 15 plus years I guarantee you you want to have insurance

[@TheSevisgreen]

Hey bud how are you doing? I am going through all your comments. Thank you in advance on responding to all. My question to you. What periodic maintenance is a must to ensure life of unit is extended.

[@nick_o_glass]

Just regular cleaning!

[@ambermyers7463]

I do indoor birthdays so I have the website with the traffic and already market to a email list with my other childrens business (gymnastics school) so thinking about this as a way to sell more to my current loyal customers. Plus often enough only one kid in the family is doing gymnastics and several families have multiple kids. We also have a 30’x60’ shop and land for additional storage like shipping containers or to park trucks and trailers. Would this be something ideal? I know the business side with running website, hiring younger staff because we already do now and live bookings, etc. I have a great business but our city just won’t let us grow due to zoning issues, so trying to find a way to grow income strictly.

[@nick_o_glass]

Hell yes!! Get an inflatable office website from the start you’ll be rolling! If you need help buying inventory tell me I can point you in the right direction Link for inflatable office rental.software/?ref=nick

[@Unknown-Unnamed-User]

Do I need an LLC in order to insure the rental? I wanted to purchase one for my son’s birthday so he can learn to start a small business here in this college town. We have been looking online here in Texas there are sales right now 3 for 2600 come with generators sacks etc…. After hearing about insurance though I may just purchase the three but use only one and insure that one and then save up to pay the premiums for the next year for all 3? By that time get the money for a better dolly (super mover dolly) 😢😢 but then I remember you saying to buy at least five at a time for it to be worth it

[@shakeelagary6813]

Nick this is great information thank you so much

[@nick_o_glass]

You bet glad to help ✊🏼

[@themicahandrew]

Very insightful nick! Thanks 🙏🏻

[@RMOB2]

Great informative video ! Thanks

[@CoyKiyote]

One bounce house lifting off could kill your business.. I don't think any amount of stakes can stop it if the wind gets under it-- it turns into a huge sail. I tried to grab one (foolishly) as it started slowly sliding across a field and I might as well have been trying to stop a tractor. Thankfully it didn't get any air

[@davidshelby9668]

Suggestions on where to purchase units?

[@Chavs788]

By brother has a truck he bought is first unit super heavy hard material good thing he got it cheap but after he found out he can rent them he bought a new 16foot for 1.3k and after 10 rentals he made enough for another one ans bought a bounce house $800 16x16 super deal but no rentals on that yet but after water slide made more money he got other slide for $800 no blowers 13ft and it's hard hot but it's alot of work picking them up they are heavy and have water we manage it but how we empty them fast ? We are on budget we use my prolly 50ft personal extension bros water hose and a dolly that was a gift

[@nick_o_glass]

Cool?

[@Chavs788]

@@nick_o_glass Yea it's cool but how u get water out when we pick up sometimes the water gets inside and makes it heavy

[@idkwhat6996]

​@nick_o_glass I think they were asking a question

[@ethanbaker5987]

what do you pay for insurance per unit if you don't mind me asking? I got quoted 250$ a month per. I operate underneath an LLC and have a contract customers sign that waives all responsibility away from me (owner) and onto the renter. My state also doesn't require business insurance.

[@erikarice6859]

Pay a lawyer 500 bucks to write you a waiver in your state and make sure the waivers get signed when they book on the website and when you drop off

[@nick_o_glass]

$8000/year

[@robertoverlock3435]

what state is this?

[@ethanbaker5987]

@@robertoverlock3435 I’m in Missouri.

[@zacharyfarias2463]

​@@erikarice6859Did you start? Did you find the process to get the waiver complicated

[@joefontaine5267]

I know you said go big or go home with this business, but im looking to start this as a side business as I am a teacher, therefor have summers off for extra work. Do you think this could work as a teacher with 2-3 months off in summer?

[@ChiefFunFacilitator]

That's what I'm doing as we speak. My answer is yes :)

[@joefontaine5267]

@@ChiefFunFacilitator how did you start? Did you start with big commercial bouncy castles, and if so how many? Also do you rent anything else besides bouncy castles? Just trying to gauge whats the best way to start, and what will make the most profit.

[@nick_o_glass]

You can do whatever you want. It’s entrepreneurship!! It’ll work great though yes. Get 5 units to start and a trailer.

[@octoman_games]

im moving Chile, South America and I want to start a "One of a kind" party business with bounce houses and costumes.

[@nick_o_glass]

Can’t wait to see it!

[@edilbonilla4863]

Hi Nick! When you says 5 ó 6 k, in insurance,you talking for the whole business or for each bounce house,please explain to me I don’t getters!!!!🇵🇷🇺🇸🦅👍✌️🙏🙏🙏

[@nick_o_glass]

While biz for a year

[@Lifeofme12..]

Amazing info. Thank you for sharing

[@nick_o_glass]

You bet thanks for watching…and subscribing?? 😂

[@mero-merobg-entertainment7022]

Where can I get insurance in Arizona for bounce house rentals ? Looked on Google very limited information any info helps

[@nick_o_glass]

Thejumperman.com/insurance. This is my buddy Ismael’s site

[@jeffbacon7406]

Excellent video! Great info! Thx!

[@nick_o_glass]

You’re welcome!

[@TimothySteelman]

What company did you buy your new bounce houses from?

[@WAYNEALTMAN-e9r]

Good job. Great info.

[@nick_o_glass]

Thank you!

[@jay312productions3]

Hey in Central Florida do you think Bounce House would be a better business or Pressure Washing. My thing is i see too many Pressure Washers i just want to find enough work. Also what you described to me is heaven. I love having my week open and hate weekends because everyone is out. 😂

[@Nelsonsridesandattractions]

yeah, not easy to get into at all in the uk, we have one castle that weighs around 800 lbs, it takes three of us to move it, we dont have any motorized dollys, its all muscle, and rolling it around, and flipping it end over end to get it through gates and down alleyways, we have taken that castle in through someones front door, through the house and out the back because they lived in a terraced house, and the entire street was joined onto each other we have been to events when its been pouring with rain, you can easily add another 200 lbs when it gets wet, so that castle is now 1000 lbs, and we still only have three guys to flip it end over end and roll it up even when we turn the blower off, and open all the vents, it still takes over an hour to get all the air out of it, to roll it up, to move it its absolutely no fun sometimes if your not tough, i definitely would not recommend bouncy castles/bounce houses, if you havent got pure determination, it is NOT the business for you we tore an anchor point off it the other week just taking it out the trailer, the anchor point snagged, the castle rolled, it tore straight off, and left an 18 inch hole in the castle, that was at the start of the event, we had to patch it on the spot with duct tape, and keep re applying tape through the day, as we didnt have a patch kit theres always kids at events that climb the walls, were constantly having to shout them down, theres kids that stay at the top of the slide and wont come down, and were constantly having to run up and chase them down, theres kids that push each other over, push each other off the castle, clean over the crash mats onto the floor, theres kids that bang heads and get nose bleeds and black eyes, a bad day is absolutely no fun at all usually your already set up by the time customers arrive, and all the customers have gone by the time your packing away, so they question your prices because in there eyes, your just standing there taking money, letting the generator do all the work, they dont see the effort you put in, and dont understand why your tired before the event starts. and they would rather pay more for a beer than they would pay for there kid to have fun jumping around no matter how many spare crash mats you put down, every single kid puts there shoes right at the bottom of the slide, other kids come down the slide and crash into a pile of sneakers, your constantly moving kids sneakers all day long every bounce house guy has been to "THAT" garden, or event, where theres an inch of dirt, with rock directly under it, and your frantically stabbing your pegs in and out the floor like a crazy person, just to find a spot where the pegs will hammer in At events, another company always turns up with a similar bounce house to you, even though the event organizers said there wouldnt be another bounce house company there, they are near the entrance to the event where customers have still got money, your right at the back where they have spent everything, you pay around 100 bucks to be there with fuel costs and pitch fees, and your lucky to take 3 bucks all day, and usually its hot, you forgot drinks, and you spend another 20 or 30 bucks on drinks theres the events where the organisers tell you its very popular usually, but this year, someone else is holding another event a mile away, and everyones gone there instead, and the entire place is a ghost town did i mention rain? oh yeah, its boiling hot and sunny, you set up, the second you get that last peg in the ground, the sky turns black and it throws it down with rain, your at an event where they wont let you park the truck on site, so you sprint 1000 yards to the truck to take shelter, light a cigarette, look up, its sunny again, customers are stood at your bounce house, so you sprint back the 1000 yards, but by the time you get there, they have walked away yeah, bounce houses are great fun HA HA HA!!! Sometimes, there are positives, theres always that one event that makes up for a lot, that one event, you expect it to be garbage because nobodys ever heard of it, and your tucked away in a corner where nobody can see you, but it turns into a kinda kid-trap, and you take like 1000 bucks an hour, that makes your year ha ha its quite nice when its busy, but not too busy, and you get to talk to the kids and there parents, you do meet some nice people on your travels

[@itsdanyoliver]

What are the best quality materials for a bouncing house? What company do you recommend to buy from?

[@nick_o_glass]

Magicjump.com/nickspicks check them out!

[@jose9153]

When you said you need to have 6-8 guys, is that to operate your 55 unit business and to have a semi-normal morning after 7:30AM? How many deliveries and pick-ups can an employee do per day? Is one person sufficient for a delivery and pick-up or are two people sometimes required?

[@nick_o_glass]

Yes that’s for the business overall. They are a legend crew that I think I’ll tell stories about forever just being honest. A guy can do 12+ it’s the TIME that is tough. From 7am you can only make so many parties b/c ppl want the unit by 11am or noon. One person is fine but slower, do the math on my last fact. We have 800lb slides that requires 2.

[@joegerhauser5429]

Started last week when my wife bought a 74’ obstacle course…totally gonna need the electric dolly…what size is yours 36v or 48? Do u have a video for tricks to roll it up…we set it up for our july 4th party and leaving it out till my daughters grad party this weekend but in dreading putting it away…but im gonna stay in the business cause i wanna get out of my day job.

[@nick_o_glass]

36v and 74’ obstacle should be 2 pieces. Cake walk!!!

[@cristianochoa50]

Hello, thanks fo the information is very helpful and important, can you recommend a brand for bounce, please!

[@nick_o_glass]

jumporange.com?bg_ref=2eH45j3115

[@AdventurePark2024]

Hello sir. i am starting an inflatable park and rental business. i have a couple of questions. I was wondering after i watch all your videos today if i could email you my questions. i am purchasing all inflatables brand new. i was told by the company i am getting them from i just need stakes no sand bags or matts is that true. i live in upstate NY where there is more dirt places than hard rock?

[@nick_o_glass]

True! Are you getting from tent and table?

[@AdventurePark2024]

einflatable out of cali and inflatable-zone@@nick_o_glass

[@nick_o_glass]

Tent and table has kind of bland designs but they’re in Buffalo so it’s way cheaper is why I asked

[@andrerodriguez9741]

Dude your such a service man thank you for the info, im trying to move near the port st lucie area in florida any advice? Also I do not have the full 30k. I got a pick up, its me and wife and we count with 10k, we ready to do all the grind necessary think we got a shot?

[@nick_o_glass]

Half your money will go to insurance so you need more friend! That area is very healthy for the biz you’ll do good but you need more money!

[@rockks176]

I want to do this. The internet has helpful people.

[@nick_o_glass]

Hey youre welcome!

[@ChloeMaxwell-lp8qf]

what insurance company would you suggest and hat coverages? Also, what kind of pay do you pay your workers, hourly, set price per drop off and pick up and Gas if they use their own vehicle!! I know you said to pay them well but curious. again. is there a set waver form we need to cover for the customers to sign that will protect us? if your paid by credit card, do we charge them he fees?

[@mubieloize2962]

What insurance do you reccomend for the foam daddy rental if any?

[@tyreceferguson4466]

what did you mean when you said that comment in the beginning about Philadelphia? I know the journey will be hard regardless but is it even harder to start in Philly?

[@nick_o_glass]

the rules in PA are crazy strict

[@inabearsuit2425]

My wife and I want to start an indoor bounce place as it's wet 6 months out of the year and very windy. Any advice and how much should we have to start such a business?

[@nick_o_glass]

Nope! Not something I’ve done before.

[@ScottsFinancialThoughts]

What about using a box truck for transportation?

[@nick_o_glass]

Some love them some don't. I haven't wanted to invest the $ and then loading up seems like a pain to me

[@davidshelby9668]

Should you have backup blowers for each unit

[@nattya9467]

Do you think you need insueance for an inflatable club?

[@nick_o_glass]

No question YES

[@brucehoffmann2126]

Nick I hope you are reading these comments. I am interested in this as a small retirement business. However I am 62 years old and I am worried about the physical demands. Is this something I should consider or is it too physically demanding?

[@nick_o_glass]

Depends on your fitness! But doable is my prediction however it is hard!

[@User94827Z.]

Maybe you could hire someone to help

[@Myfootonyourneck1]

You need to be strong and physical fit or don’t do it. Don’t really on help because hood help is hard to find

[@Onewxrd]

How does the business do in the winter time?

[@nick_o_glass]

In New Orleans pretty good. From the week of Xmas all thru Jan is pretty damn slow but we send something every week

[@julionolasco13]

Great video, where can I buy the bounce houses I’ve look where I live and I can’t find them

[@nick_o_glass]

Where do you live?

[@davejohnson8338]

What do you think about the BigTex 70TV and 10TV. They’re technically “landscaping” trailers, but they have the high sides already.

[@nick_o_glass]

Yep badass

[@juacardenas8020]

see you wam

[@JackShootsFr]

what is your preferred manufacturer for buying these inflatables?? theres alot of chinese knock off brands

[@BOBFudge]

My brother wants to get into the business and has done his "research" and "knows everything".... Hell, probably even watched this video. He's fed up at work and wants to be free from bosses. That being said, due to the weather here in Oklahoma, our season would be May to September (maybe October if you're lucky). What do Bounce businesses due during the off-season to supplement income. I've seen Christmas light installations, event table/chair rentals, and other entertainment items like popcorn machines, etc. But I know even thoughts aren't bringing in the bacon. Growing up, our dad was an independent snack foods distributor for 20+ years and worked extremely hard every day as a one-man band. I want to help my brother avoid getting stuck in a non-scalable, 5-month-season business all because "it's an easy business", "I hate my boss", and "Wouldn't it be fun to be the bounce house guy".

[@nick_o_glass]

He’ll do great and make enough to live in those months IF he does a great job. My Christmas light install biz does $200,000+ a year with google ads and fb ads only so….it brings in plants of bacon!

[@renzogluis9049]

new to to your channel, going through your vids, what company in the ussa should i purchased one or orderes from china, hope to hear from you

[@MichaelCGatesMusic]

What are your top 3 insurance companies? $5,000/year for 5 units would be a decent price and I'm sure you have way more than 5 units.

[@nick_o_glass]

57 units. Ours is about $8000/yr. Too insurance company is whatever is cheapest for $1m incident/$2m agg

[@Direct_Home_Inspections]

​@@nick_o_glassWhat company?

[@marcotapia465]

Can the startup expenses for the business be written off as a loss?

[@Harper0481]

What type of dolly or hand truck did you use starting out? Especially for someone on a budget that is just starting out with an 18ft and 22ft slide

[@Unknown-Unnamed-User]

Are you referring to yourself how is business???

[@erichudson8752]

How large of a storage facility are you occupying and what are you paying for it?

[@nick_o_glass]

3000sq ft total. My office is like 325 of it. $2300/month

[@DerekMills-o3o]

Where in Ohio do you take these for inspections?

[@nick_o_glass]

I’d ask google. Or someone in Ohio 😂

[@DerekMills-o3o]

Thought you were in Ohio. I appreciate the reply, a bit condescending but a reply nonetheless. Will not be following the channel any longer.

[@elite_gamez24]

About the Insurance, what if you just buy a bounce house and rent it to family members without a website and for fun. Do you still got to pay?

[@nick_o_glass]

Only if you want to mitigate the risks

[@robertoverlock3435]

i just bought three units ,one princess bounce house, one combo and a water slide. im hoping to do this by myself, like as a family with my two kids. trying to show them some work ethic. id like to buy maybe 2/3 more units. im really not looking to become big, get a payday or to hire employees. i just want something to do that makes a few bucks to pay the bills. being a single father is tough. im in florida and hoping i can rent these out year round. if i rented out a couple each weekend id be happy. do you see small guys like me do this and be successful. and happy just staying small?

[@nick_o_glass]

They start and then sell out fast cause it’s hard and your weekends go to this. My suggestion is either become an entrepreneur doing it full time or look for an easier side hustle that’s not so weekend dominant. Yes I know Friday to Sunday blah blah blah…advice still stands!

[@ricosuave9410]

I'm with you Robert overlock I just want to take care of my family and be successful doing it by myself!😂

[@tallnskinygaming]

so, my lawyer has written up a waiver that leaves the renter liable for all injuries and damages on their property and they are using the slide at their own risk. This works because home owners need insurance, and companies with facilities have to purchase insurance. So you only need insurance for your employees while they're on the clock. And of course the auto insurance.

[@nick_o_glass]

you couldn't be more wrong. when a kid falls and gets paralyzed I PROMISE you are getting sued, so is the home owner and so is the manufacturer. Your cute little waiver won't hold up in court vs an aggressive lawyer. NEVER RENT WITHOUT INSURANCE.

[@tallnskinygaming]

@@nick_o_glass and did your insurance company till you this? A well written waiver holds up in any court.

[@nick_o_glass]

Nope, 20+ year veterans told me this cause they know. They’ve seen it. Your waiver will get ripped to pieces by the lawyers. But you can do what you want. Not my business not my life.

[@tallnskinygaming]

@@nick_o_glass again, you never spoke to a lawyer for law advice did you?

[@nick_o_glass]

@@tallnskinygaming yes I did but you don’t beleive me anyways why do you keep dragging this on. DO NOT RENT WITHOUT INSURANCE is my absolute firm stance as it everyone else’s in the industry. Do this…go talk to a very large rental company that’s been sued multiple times. They end up paying $10k to $30k out of the lawsuit (insurance company obviously pays it) and they all have a way better waiver than you because they’ve had it for 20 years and added and tweaked and added and tweaked…I have a friend who has a 6 page waiver. SIX. Has been sued twice and their insurance paid out over $10k both times. Thank god the insurance company had good lawyers because trust me the suits start in the hundreds of thousands! Again, I’ve stated my opinion and done so clearly. I promise I have more insight into this than your lawyer but it’s your business and your life. I can’t care about your business more than you do. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@XDLVLXP]

Ive made $700 on a weekend I’ve made $80 on a weekend its hard work but in the end the money always comes threw 🙏🏽

[@nick_o_glass]

Gotta hustle!

[@HippieJoe]

If you just ignore all the legal stuff like insurance and inspections and what not, its quite easy! In California at least. If you get caught, its a slap on the wrist, the cost of doing business, but if u cut out all the bullshit, you can move way ahead of the competition. I'm just joking, do it legally fellas.

[@nick_o_glass]

lol. What you said AT THE END please

[@MDForTheCulture]

Do you have a vendor I can buy from?

[@entertainment-oi1zt]

Does anyone know the best company to buy bounce houses?

[@nick_o_glass]

jumporange.com?bg_ref=2eH45j3115 I just bought 6 from Jump Orange already renting and easy to roll and move!

[@nowxry]

can i say wats a good way to promote ur business out there

[@Steveb1200]

I’ve tried to start google ads with not much luck. I am considering event hawk.

[@nick_o_glass]

Https://rate.partyrentals360.com/event-hawk-exclusive-nick-glassett save some money on Pro with that link!!

[@lilyandmike]

Do you rent to local guys? Would be awesome to have your arsenal available in the New Orleans area

[@nick_o_glass]

We had a Gretna rental 2 weeks ago! Hefty delivery fee on that one haha but I’ve thought about expanding to NOLA thiugh

[@christinagonsalves6602]

Question , usually do Parks have outlet or is it a must that I buy a generator ?

[@nick_o_glass]

50/50 so buy a generator

[@robertoverlock3435]

also check with the city parks department, ive heard some will not allow bounce houses..

[@Evrydyryder]

Is that 5K/yr in insurance per unit?

[@DjSuperK]

Why do you need to start with 5 units?

[@nick_o_glass]

Can’t make money with any less.

[@rosaloiruiz4897]

Where is the best company to buy the bouncy houses?

[@nick_o_glass]

HEC, EZ, Big and Bright, Jump Orange…

[@rosaloiruiz4897]

@nick_o_glass how I can contact you I live in Michigan?

[@Justkeepitabuck]

If I start bounce house business and I buy a bounce house, isn’t that a tax write off?

[@nick_o_glass]

Yep!

[@chrisleggett8021]

What about opening up a storefront where kids can come in and bounce. Any tip for that?

[@nick_o_glass]

Don’t do it unless you’re well trained and qualified in interviewing, hiring, team building, etc. you’re at the mercy of your staff in that biz.

[@Victorwelch100]

I wouldn't let any kid in a bouncey house ever if i could help it. Two took off just this month.

[@zXWaterPoloXz]

I worked for a large bounce house business 300+ units. I'd delivery 10 units and pickup 10 units per day. I can proudly say when it comes to the front-end stuff, I'm an absolute beast. I make it look easy. My question is how F'ed up would it be to leave and start my own business?

[@nick_o_glass]

Not at all BUT it’s not as easy as you think!! SEO and webpages and google business profile and email addresses and routing and deposits…if you’re well taken care of, what I’d suggest is telling the owner that you’re thinking about it and see what they say. If you’re totally miserable and can’t take another day working under someone else then go tomorrow. Entrepreneurship is hard af. I only suggest it if you feel it in your bones!

[@jose9153]

Was the $5000 for insurance to cover 55 units or was that per unit per year?

[@nick_o_glass]

It’s about that to start, period. It doesn’t go up much as you add inventory because you add experience too. But it’s insurance so can change tomorrow lol

[@User94827Z.]

Hey is June the most popular month and January the least?

[@nick_o_glass]

Everywhere is diff. May is our biggest month. June is great. July is bigger than June. Early Aug school starts so aug falls way off. Jan is smallest and Dec is 2nd smallest. Lots have aug as their biggest Kay it’s July. If school lets out in June then June is probably the biggest…all depends.

[@brich6717]

What insurance companies have you delt with ?

[@nick_o_glass]

Cossio and 1st Commercial

[@thelast0netillthend]

Would you recommend getting a 25k loan to start this business ?

[@nick_o_glass]

Get a 35k credit card with 0% interest for one year. www.referyourchasecard.com/21q/GMVRCYYFCN

[@jordymorei69]

someone can help me with a good insurence please

[@nick_o_glass]

Thejumperguy.com/insurance

[@Cert_Study]

bursted the hell out of my bubble :(

[@nick_o_glass]

People think it’s cheap and crazy profitable AND easy. If it was Jeff Bezos would do it too lol.

[@aspenbutler4414]

I want to do this, and I have some money to definitely start strong. But I want to be honest, I’m sure you didn’t start off with $45,000 of equipment, and you wouldn’t have continued to do this business if it didn’t make you good money. My question is, did you finance anything?

[@nick_o_glass]

Nope financed nothing. The diff is I started in 2019 when insurance was under $2000 a year to start now it’s $5000 a year wether you have 1 unit or 50, so you can’t start with 1 cause you’re never making your money back. You can also buy a cheaper trailer and use a shit dolly etc

[@daviddavis1845]

Anybody in Wichita area or surrounding areas interested in partnering up?

[@christianpacheco8940]

Nick great info 👍 . What websites do you recommend to buy the bounce house?

[@nick_o_glass]

Magic Jump, HEC, big and bright

[@Superssiah]

Do you think women can do this? Or would I need to hire men to do the labor part?

[@nick_o_glass]

Can do! Plenty of all women companies out there

[@Boutique-Party-Hire]

Love this

[@nick_o_glass]

Thank you!

[@BunnyRabbit-zh5jv]

Ok so i want to start a small business called The Monster's playplace filled with 4 mascots so i want that to happen so yea

[@nick_o_glass]

Ok 👍🏼

[@rosaloiruiz4897]

For how many hours do you rent a day or how that works?

[@nick_o_glass]

6 to overnight depending on what’s easier for us

[@onelovelybe]

Thank omg!!! I needed this video! Q: Do you need a business license to start?

[@nick_o_glass]

Haha you bet! And no. EIN and LLC