Hi yesallmine
I just rented points from a DVC member last week for our Jan trip. I wish I would have know about this years ago. While I can't speak for all renters I can tell you the process has been a piece of cake for me so far. I am looking so forward to our trip to SSR. Definetly check out the Rent/Trade Boards and the point calculator, they were alot of help for me.
Good luck and have a great trip.