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Avoid Timeshare Resale Scams and Sell Your Timeshare Now!

April 24, 2012 By

Timeshare resale scams are some of the most common and potentially devastating consumer frauds out there and more people than ever are reporting these scams when they are trying to get rid of their timeshare. Taking the necessary precautions to avoid these scams is essential to a safe and successful sale. We know firsthand how troublesome these scams can be, and it took a lot of trial and error for us to figure out how to get it right, and we are here to share that information with you so you can avoid these easily avoidable mistakes.

There are three easy steps we recommend to avoid timeshare resale scams and sell your timeshare fast and effectively. These include:

Step 1 – Know Who You Are Talking To

As you begin looking for ways to sell your timeshare it is important to keep a list of everyone you contact. Many of these scams will contact their potential victims unsolicited, so if you didn’t ask for them to contact you it is probably best to move on. When possible, ask if you can contact them to ensure you are actually reaching who you are intending.

Step 2 – Do Your Research

Whether you have contact a company or they have reached out to you, it is so important to do your research before you agree to anything. Make sure they are who they say they are, are highly rated by the Better Business Bureau, and there are no outstanding complaints against them.

Step 3 – Never Pay Upfront Fees

Upfront fees are how these scams make their money, so if a company wants you to pay large sums of money (usually more than $100) upfront you should consider working with another company. Some fees may be required up front to cover some initial administrative costs, but these shouldn’t be a large amount of money. Any reputable company will receive payment once the property has sold.

These are just a few things to keep in mind while you try to sell your timeshare. We know how difficult and frustrating the process can be, and that’s why we have gone out of our way to provide the best information and service possible to timeshare owners just like you. Our free consultation will help you find the best way to sell your timeshare, and we can even recommend reputable companies who can help you avoid timeshare resale scams and sell your timeshare now. All you have to do is call or fill out our information request form and be on your way to timeshare freedom in no time!

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How to Sell Your Timeshare Fast and Affordably

April 24, 2012 By

Timeshare can be a great way for families to enjoy years of pleasure at a favorite vacation spot. At first they seem like an affordable alternative to traditional accommodations and the amenities offered by many can be extremely tempting. However, as time goes on it becomes clear that these properties are not as affordable as first anticipated and can often be a headache to use. The choice on whether or not to sell your timeshare may eventually come up, at which point you may be wondering what to do next. That’s where we come in.

There are many ways to sell your timeshare. You can try to get rid of it on your own, give it to a friend, or maybe even donate it to a charity. However, these methods can all take a lot of time. This often leads people to consider bringing in outside help from a timeshare resale company. This is by far the easiest way to get out of your timeshare, but if you aren’t careful you can end up in a potentially devastating timeshare resale scam.

We have seen firsthand how complicated the timeshare resale industry can be. We have already made the mistakes and are more than happy to share our experiences and knowledge with you in order to keep it from happening to anyone else, and that’s what TimeshareSecrets.com is all about. Helping you sell your timeshare safely, easily, and as quickly as possible.

We offer a free consultation that will help you figure out what the best way to get rid of your timeshare is and whether we are able to help. We work with a variety of reputable and successful timeshare resale professionals who can help guide you on your quest to timeshare freedom and all without charging upfront fees. That means that there is no risk of fraud when you work with our recommended companies, because we only bring you the best and most capable professionals in the industry.

Sell your timeshare fast and affordably, and without all the hassle and pressure that comes with trying to go it alone. TimeshareSecrets.com can help; all you have to do is contact one of our timeshare resale specialists to find out how.

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Timeshare News – Timeshare Sales Continue to Plummet, Prices Fall to $1

April 21, 2012 By

Talk in the timeshare resale industry often centers on timeshare resale scams and how to avoid them or how to sell your timeshare quickly. An often overlooks, yet equally important, aspect of this market is timeshare value. In many cases, owners don’t even realize what the value of their timeshare is until they are about to sell it or someone makes them a low offer they weren’t expecting. As resale scams are on the rise because more people keep trying to sell their timeshare, the value of these properties continues to drop rapidly. Recently people have been reporting that their properties are selling for as little as $1. How can a property that you paid thousands of dollars for be worth so little?

As luxury items, the value of timeshares depreciates over time. The longer you own the property, the less it is worth. However, the cost of ownership often goes up, which means the longer you own the property, the most it costs to keep. Value is low and costs are high, which is why the main focus of many people is getting rid of their timeshares quickly and safely over getting any money for it.

The fact that it often costs money to get rid of a timeshare is what makes it so easy for people to get taken advantage of in this industry. It makes sense for many people to pay upfront fees to unload a nearly worthless piece of property. This is not the case, however, and caution must be taken to not only be taken advantage of by timeshare resale scams, but by greedy buyers who will oftentimes expect you to practically give your property away. Even though your timeshare may not be worth what you want it to be, know its fair market value and stick to your guns. Don’t get duped by scams and people looking for too good of a deal.

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Buy My Timeshare

April 20, 2012 By

“How can I get someone to buy my timeshare?” This is a question we hear all the time. More people than ever are trying to get rid of their timeshares, which means there are a lot of people out there looking for the fastest and easiest ways to find people to buy timeshares. We know how that goes because we have been in your shoes and know first-hand how confusing and complicated selling your timeshare can be. That’s why created TimeshareSecrets.com – to help other owners find out the best ways to quickly and successfully get rid of their timeshares.

What makes finding someone to buy a timeshare so difficult is the saturated resale market. There are far more sellers than buyers, so it can be difficult to find people who are interested in buying your timeshare in a sea of similar properties. This makes marketing your property particularly important in order to get your timeshare seen by potential buyers. Asking fair market value, or even lower in some cases, is also a huge deciding factor in how easily you are able to find a buyer. However, it is important to understand that timeshares aren’t worth very much on the resale market, so you will probably only be able to sell your timeshare for a fraction of what you paid for it.

If you need help finding someone to buy your timeshare, you have come to the right place. Our timeshare resale specialists are experts in this resale industry and can help you determine the best way to get rid of your timeshare once and for all. The consultation is absolutely free and the professionals we recommend never charge upfront fees for their services, so there is no risk of time resale scams here.

Our straightforward, no-hassle, honest approach to timeshare resale lets you cut down on the time it would take for you to sell your timeshare on your own and prevent you from the devastating feeling of “nobody will buy my timeshare!”

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What Is the Best Way to Cancel My Timeshare Contract?

April 20, 2012 By

One of the most common questions we receive from people who are interested in getting rid of their timeshare is what is the best way to cancel a timeshare contract? Owners of these properties generally have a few options when it comes to how they want to get rid of their timeshare, and determining the best course of action to take can be a daunting task for even the most seasoned real estate professionals.

Generally speaking, you have four broad options for getting rid of your timeshare – donation, giving it away, selling the property, or returning it to the developer. Which option is best for you depends on a variety of factors, and making the call to go one way or another in our quest for timeshare freedom can be confusing and potentially costly, not only financially, but with your time as well.

We have been in your shoes and spent months trying to figure out the best way to cancel our timeshare contract. Every time we thought we had it figured out, we were met with a new challenge or road block. That’s why, once we finally figured out the most efficient and affordably way to get rid of a timeshare, we decided to share that information with other timeshare owners like you, and that is what TimeshareSecrets.com is all about – valuable and efficient information and recommendations for how to get out of your timeshare fast, affordably, and without risk of falling victim to a timeshare resale scam.

All you have you to do is answer a few questions about your timeshare property and our resale specialists will help you figure out when the best way to cancel your timeshare contract is. The consultation is absolutely free, and they may even be able to recommend a company to help you get rid of your timeshare with absolutely no hassle to you (and free of upfront fees!). It couldn’t be any easier or safer, and we know how important that can be to an owner after the stress of trying to get rid of a timeshare has set it.

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Timeshare News – Timeshare Fraud Becoming Increasing Issue Overseas

March 30, 2012 By

For weeks now, we have been covering the news here in the United States as more and more states come forward to express their concerns about growing problems with timeshare resale scams. These frauds are quickly becoming the number one consumer complaint in the country, even nudging out insurance fraud and credit card fraud. But the United States aren’t the only ones dealing with these scams, as countries like Britain have reported an increase in these frauds over recent years.

Britain has such an issue with timeshare scams that one of the biggest frauds of all time, a Ponzi-like scheme where a man swindled millions out of thousands of victims who thought they were investing in timeshare properties, comes from the region. And in recent news, two British men are still awaiting trial in a large timeshare resale scam that landed one of them in a notorious Hungarian prison.

Timeshare resale scams overseas operate in much the same way as they do here in the United States. The schemers contact timeshare owners who are trying to sell their properties offering to help get rid of their timeshare quickly – all the owner has to do is pay upfront for the services. The fraudsters then either take the money and run or do very little to try to get the property sold, leaving the owner out potentially thousands of dollars and still in possession of their timeshare.

Whether you are trying to sell a timeshare in the United States or in any other country, it is vitally important that you know who you are working with. Research companies thoroughly to ensure you are working with reputable companies and never pay upfront fees for their services. Doing so will help you not only avoid scams, but also sell your timeshare quickly, safely, and with as little stress and hassle to you as possible.

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How You Can Cancel Your Hilton Timeshare Contract

March 26, 2012 By

Hilton offers some of the world’s most trusted and luxurious travel accommodations, and this also true of their vast network of timeshare properties. Unfortunately, due to a variety of circumstances, there are many owners out there who are wondering how they can cancel their Hilton timeshare contract.

The factors that influence whether or not someone is able to keep a timeshare vary almost as much as the types of timeshares they own. Financial distress is the number one reason people give for wanting to get rid of their timeshares, but they can also including being unhappy with a poorly managed timeshare HOA or simply no longer getting enough use out of the property. Regardless of what your reason is for wanting to cancel your Hilton timeshare contract, there are a couple avenues you can take.

Timeshare donation and giveback are two options that many people look into since it just requires them giving the timeshare away. However, not all timeshares qualify for these options, which leaves selling your timeshare as the only mode of getting rid of your timeshare. Some may choose to try to accomplish this on their own, but the complicated timeshare resale market often proves too much for most people.

Thankfully, there are many professionals out there who can help you sell a timeshare and effectively cancel your Hilton timeshare contract, such as those offered here at TimeshareSecrets.com. We offer a free consultation to help you find the best way to get out of your timeshare quickly and with as little hassle to you as possible. We proudly recommend a variety of timeshare resale professionals who may be able to help you get out of your timeshare much faster than you could on your own and without having to pay any outrageous upfront fees for their services. This means your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed and there is no risk of falling victim to a timeshare resale scam here. All you have to do is answer a few simple questions about your property and our specialists will handle the rest. It couldn’t be any easier to make your troublesome timeshare a thing of the past!

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Timeshare News – California Joins List of States with Growing Timeshare Resale Scam Problems

March 26, 2012 By

For the last few weeks we have been keeping you updated on the growing problem timeshare resale scams are posing in this country. Texas and Florida have both reported skyrocketing reports of these frauds, and now it seems like you can add California to the list of states dealing with this problem. The California Department of Real Estate (DRE) recently issued a Consumer Alerts warning timeshare owners and sellers of the state’s growing issues with these fraudulent businesses. In this announcement, the DRE described the various types of scams, as well as ways to identify them and avoid becoming a victim.

Unfortunately, the rising timeshare resale fraud problem in California is just a snapshot of an overall issue in this country. For years the Better Business Bureau has warned consumers of these scams and has consistently ranked them high in their annual list of top consumer scams. However, last year was the first time that timeshare resale scams out ranked even insurance and credit card scams, making them one of the most common frauds in the country.

The reason that people keep falling victim to these scams is because they are constantly changing how they approach their victims. There are many different types of timeshare resale fraud, from promising that buyers are already interested in the property to outright lying about who they are to lure victims into a false sense of security. However, the end results remains the same – the owners pays the scammers hundreds, sometimes even thousands, of dollars in upfront fees only to never have their property sold and the money be gone for good.

The increase in these scams is one of many reasons to be on the defense when trying to sell your timeshare. These frauds have the potentially to financially devastate a family and can even do serious damage to your credit. Always do your research and only work with reputable professionals with a proven track record of getting rid of timeshares efficiently and never charge upfront fees.

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Successfully Selling Mayan Resorts Timeshares

March 12, 2012 By

Mayan Resorts operates some of Mexico’s most luxurious and popular timeshare properties that offer almost every amenity you can imagine in every must-visit destination. But despite their popularity and reputation as a premier resort, they have been affected by the steep rises in fees, increased travel costs, and financial stress have all led people to find ways to get rid of their property, with many owners interested in successfully selling their Mayan Resorts timeshares.

People feel the need to get rid of their timeshares for a variety of reasons. They may no longer be able to afford to keep the property, no longer get any use out of it, or are unhappy with their poorly managed timeshare HOA and want out of their timeshare contract. This often has little to do with the quality of the resort or the location, since when the unit is purchased the owner obviously enjoyed where they were and has more to do with the owner eventually becoming unhappy with their contract or having little use for a property they were pressured into buying by unethical and high pressure sales tactics. However, regardless of why they need to get out of the property, selling a timeshare or getting out of a timeshare contract can be difficult to do on your own, especially when you are dealing with a resort that is in another country.

Successfully selling Mayan Resorts timeshares is possible; you just have to have access to the right resources and knowledge. A lot of people often choose to try to sell their timeshare on their own initially, however since this particular resort is located in Mexico, which observes different real estate laws, it is often a good idea to seek some professional help.

In order to provide you with the best possible chances to get rid of your timeshare in Mexico, or anywhere else, we offer a free consultation that will help you get a better understanding of your timeshare situation. Depending on what is best for your unique situation, our expert timeshare resale specialists will be able to recommend the best course of action to take and may even be able to put you in touch with a trusted and reputable timeshare resale company to help you get rid of your timeshare. They have been successfully selling Mayan Resort timeshares for years, as well as properties from a variety of other developers and resorts around the world. They can help you get rid of your timeshare once and for all, and do so without charging upfront fees, so your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed!

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Anaheim Timeshare Resale

March 12, 2012 By

When people talk about visiting California and the Los Angeles area specifically, a popular destination is beautiful Anaheim, California. With it close proximity to everything the City of Angels has to offer, as well as great outdoor excursions and easy access to major roads and highways, it is no wonder that people love to visit this little city. However, it also shouldn’t be a surprise that Anaheim timeshare resale is also at an all-time high thanks to a poor economy, greater travel costs, and rising fees on these properties. If you are one of the many owners trying to sell your timeshare in Anaheim, or anywhere else for that matter, there are a few things you should keep in mind.

Selling a timeshare can be a very complicated process if you don’t know what you are doing. There are many factors involved outside of simply finding a buyer for your property, such as your developer and the title transfer company you decide to you, that contribute to the difficulty and timeliness in which your timeshare is sold. It is these complicated factors, as well as a required knowledge of a very specific part of the real estate industry, that often causes owners to seek out professional assistance when they are looking into Anaheim timeshare resale.

To help you out, we have compiled one of the most comprehensive databases of timeshare resale information available. We have already made those common and potentially costly timeshare resale mistakes and have put our knowledge to great use. We offer a free consultation to help you find the best way to get rid of your timeshare and can match you up with some of the industry’s most reputable and trustworthy timeshare resale professionals. From there, they can help you get rid of your timeshare once and for all without charging upfront fees for their services, which means you are not only protected from timeshare resale scams but your satisfaction is also 100% guaranteed.

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