Today we’d like to introduce you to Joshua Moody.
Hi Joshua , please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I’m a Dallas-based entrepreneur who believes in visualizing success and executing on it. I started out flipping cars—especially during tax season—learning how to spot opportunities and turn quick profits.
This year, my mindset shifted. Instead of just flipping vehicles, I started focusing on solving a real need. That led me to build a weekly rental business for people who need reliable, short-term transportation—whether for rideshare, travel, or everyday use.
I’ve always had a goal of becoming a landlord and building multiple income-producing assets. What stood out to me with this model was the lower upfront cost and the ability to generate consistent weekly cash flow, which allows me to reinvest and scale faster.
That same mindset carries into my creative work. I’ve produced and directed a feature film, Four My Brothers, now streaming on Tubi, and the process taught me how to bring a vision to life from start to finish. Whether it’s business or film, I approach everything with a focus on execution, ownership, and long-term growth.
Now I’m focused on expanding the business, building assets, and creating multiple streams of income that support both financial freedom and future creative projects!
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It definitely has an intensive learning curve. One of my biggest early challenges was learning how to separate business from emotion.
When I first started, I had a customer call me in a tough situation—her car had just been repossessed, and she needed something to get to work so she could take care of her kids. As a father myself, that hit home. Instead of sticking to my standards, I made an exception. No deposit, no upfront payment—just trust.
That decision cost me.
Payments came in late and short, and then the vehicle ended up getting towed from her apartment complex because it didn’t have the proper parking sticker. I had to come out of pocket to get it back, and she wasn’t able to reimburse me. That situation forced me to face a hard truth: good intentions don’t protect your business—structure does.
Since then, I’ve tightened everything up. Payment upfront, clear rules, no exceptions. I still understand people’s situations, but now I move with discipline. That lesson was expensive, but it helped me grow into a real business owner.
As you know, we’re big fans of DFW Weekly Rentals. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
We provide a private vehicle rental fleet specifically tailored for rideshare and gig-economy drivers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. We offer well-maintained, affordable, and fuel-efficient vehicles. Allowing local entrepreneurs to stay on the road without the high overhead of traditional rental agencies.
What inspired you to start your business?
I saw a massive gap in the DFW market for affordable, reliable transportation for the thousands of hard-working rideshare drivers who fuel our local economy. I wanted to build a company that treats drivers as partners, providing them with the tools—like commercial insurance and flexible weekly terms—that they need to maximize their own earnings.
What has been your biggest challenge as an entrepreneur?
The biggest challenge has been navigating the complex regulatory and administrative hurdles of the transportation industry, from securing specialized commercial insurance to managing fleet transitions. It’s a lot of “behind the scenes” work—like correcting title errors or optimizing credit profiles—but it’s what ensures the business stays scalable and compliant.
What advice would you give to other aspiring business owners?
Master the fundamentals early. Don’t just focus on the service you provide; focus on the infrastructure behind it. Get your LLC, EIN, and business banking in order from day one, and never underestimate the power of automation. If you can automate your billing and lead capture, you can focus on growing your fleet rather than chasing paperwork.
Is there anything else you’d like to share with our readers?
“Beyond the rental fleet, I am also a filmmaker and actor. I believe the drive and storytelling involved in film-producing translate directly into how I run DFW Weekly Rentals. I’d love for your readers to see my work—you can catch my movie, ‘Four My Brothers,’ which is currently streaming on Tubi. It’s a project I’m incredibly proud of, and it reflects the same hustle I bring to the DFW business community every day.”
Pricing:
- Ford Fusion $325 per week
- Lincoln MKZ $350 per week
- 2016 Impala LTZ $375 per week
- Volvo S60 $350 per week
- Daily options are available at $75 per day
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.DFWWeeklyRentals.com
- Instagram: jmoo4real
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BNc92jr79/?mibextid=wwXIfr
