A cost comparison
From a company perspective, offering furnished rentals to temporary workers from overseas ensures the following benefits:
- Cost-efficiency:
Costs associated with the transfer are clear and predictable. There are no variable shipping fees, expensive insurance costs, or extended hotel stays while employees wait for their furniture to arrive. - Sustainability:
Furnished rentals are the environmentally preferable choice — avoiding high carbon emissions from shipping, unnecessary packaging waste, and potential disposal of outdated or mismatched furniture. - Speed and productivity:
Fully furnished housing allows employees to settle in quickly and focus on their assignment from day one. No waiting periods, no delays — just immediate productivity and peace of mind for both the employee and the company.
From the employee’s perspective, it offers:
Freedom:
No long-term commitment if the length of stay is limited or uncertain. You have time to evaluate. You might change your mind, it’s difficult to know how your future self will like the new place. Remaining flexible during the first year ensures your freedom to stay or choose to go elsewhere.Peace of mind:
Furniture can get damaged during transit, and customs regulations can make the import of certain items complicated. Accommodation options may also be drastically different from where you’re coming from, and downsizing may be necessary. Reselling furniture after a short stay usually means losing a significant percentage of its value, on top of the costs already associated with the move.Flexibility:
The existing furniture might not fit into the new residence. Hobbies may change in the new environment. Moving changes you–you grow, and interests and aesthetic preferences can change.
We offer a fully comprehensive furniture package from sofas to cutlery, electronics and bed linens. We provide all the essentials, as well as decorative items to make it feel like a home. Let us help you make the transition as comfortable and effortless as possible. Get in touch to learn more about how we can help.
Below is a price comparison to further illustrate the financial benefits of short-term furniture rentals for a 1-year assignment.
Ship vs Rent - Intercontinental
Based on 1 year rental
| Shipment size | Cost to ship (each way) | Transit Time | Cost to Rent | Potential saving based on round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60cbm (full family) | CHF 22'000 | 6-8 weeks | CHF 15'000 | CHF 29'000 |
| 30cbm (small family) | CHF 16'000 | 6-8 weeks | CHF 13'000 | CHF 19'000 |
| 15cbm (single) | CHF 8'500 | 7-9 weeks | CHF 10’000 | CHF 7’000 |
Ship vs Rent - Inter-Europe
Based on 1 year rental
| Shipment size | Cost to ship (each way) | Transit Time | Cost to Rent | Potential saving based on round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60cbm (full family) | CHF 18'000 | 1-2 weeks | CHF 15'000 | CHF 21'000 |
| 30cbm (small family) | CHF 14'000 | 1 week | CHF 13'000 | CHF 15'000 |
| 15cbm (single) | CHF 6'000 | 2 weeks | CHF 10’000 | CHF 2’000 |