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Sell Your Timeshare Without Paying Upfront Fees

October 12, 2011 By

There are many options available to any one who wants to sell a timeshare, but finding the right option is another thing altogether. Don’t let your desperation or anxiety drive you to pay upfront fees in order to accomplish your goal. We know it’s scary looking down the barrel of the loaded gun that is timeshare ownership, but stay composed. We can help.

You see, in spite of what the well-trained salesperson told you, you are never locked in a contract with no hope of escaping down the line. Getting rid of a timeshare can be as simple as selling it, and there are plenty of resale companies out there willing to help you. Only, the problem is, some want you to use their services for an expensive upfront fee.

Fees should never be paid to any company until a job is done– no matter their services – because they are essentially asking you to pay for them to take a shot in the dark. And make mo mistake that is the perfect metaphor for how these companies do business. They are profiting off of doing the very least amount of work possible.

The company I spoke to say they guarantee my timeshare will sell. They just want a standard upfront fee.

This couldn’t be further from the truth. Timeshare resale companies that ask for upfront fees generally operate the same way. They tell you they already have a buyer lined up, or that they will advertise your timeshare property tirelessly. Any legitimate company will be upfront and honest by telling you that there are no guarantees when it comes to timeshare sales or resales.

Selling these properties is an endeavor that relies on the patience of both the owner and the resale company. There is no such thing as a “sure thing” in this industry, even for the resort developers selling timeshares in the first place. When a company tells you they already have a buyer lined up, what that really means is, “Give us some money, we’ll post it on a listing page, and we’ll see what happens”. That is the extent of the service these companies provide.

You’ve already lost money on your timeshare, so don’t lose any more trying to get rid of it without results. Fill out the form below (or on our homepage) for a free consultation, and we can set you up with a certified specialist who will help get things started. And, best of all, we promise none of the companies we work with will ask for upfront fees.

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Sell A Timeshare — No Upfront Fees!

October 10, 2011 By

Are you looking to sell a timeshare with no upfront fee?

We personally know how difficult selling a timeshare can be. Sure, there are many places that will promise to take care of it for you, and all they ask is an innocent upfront fee. As it turns out, once all is said and done, that fee might just end up costing you hundreds of dollars – and guess what; your timeshare couldn’t get sold!

So many companies out there offer their services, but for a price. The dirty secret they don’t want you to know is that as soon as you pay an upfront fee, those companies stop working for you. They may try to list your property, but that’s the extent of their service. You’ve essentially thrown money away at this point. The key is to finding the right company to do business with, and we can help.

We’ve been in this business a long time, so we know what to look out for. If you allow us to help sell your timeshare property, we will go through only the most credible timeshare resale companies in order to help you shed the burden of ownership and expensive annual payments.

Stop falling for companies that overpromise and underachieve. We will put you in contact with legitimate buyers, all of whom deal with most of the major resorts and timeshare developers in the industry. Best yet, we promise to never charge upfront fees of any kind.

As it happens, the only thing we don’t promise is to have your timeshare sold over night. While we have access to many buyers and resources, we know that getting rid of a timeshare is more difficult than buying one. We have been burned, so we know exactly what you’re going through. Sadly for us (but luckily for you) we know no what we didn’t know back then.

Stop paying upfront fees, and let us help you. All you have to do is fill out the information below to start your journey to relief.

 

 

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Selling Timeshare Contracts: Are Timeshare Resale Companies Worth It?

October 4, 2011 By

One option for getting out of your timeshare contract is to sell your timeshare to a new owner. The beauty is that through selling your timeshare, you are getting out of your contract and giving it to someone else. The best part is that you stand to make money doing it. One question that gets asked all to often is, “Are timeshare resale companies worth the money?”

The process of selling your timeshare through a third party can be a little hit-or-miss, but there are usually reasons for this – reasons that are by no means immune to careful planning. When you begin looking for a timeshare resale company, here are some things to keep in mind:

  • You will take a hit; don’t expect your original investment.
  • Do your research.
  • Avoid Upfront Fees and overly optimistic promises.

There is good money to be made in timeshares, but not necessarily if you’re a current owner looking to sell yours. By and large this is an industry that favors the resorts and resale companies, in that they can buy your timeshare for less than it was originally worth then turn around and sell it to a new buyer for a mark up. This isn’t dishonest in any way, so don’t be concerned/discouraged. This is simply how the business works.

Wouldn't it be nice to see that sign on YOUR property?

When considering a fair asking price for your property, the general wisdom is to expect a 50% loss off of your original investment. If you’re going to take out a listing at a resale company for a timeshare that originally cost you $3,600 expect to start pricing at $1,800. To ensure that you actually sell your property I would advise you to price lower – to price competitively. Many timeshare owners are selling their weeks, so there is a lot of competition out there. Give yourself the best advantage you can.

Of course another important factor to take into consideration when looking for a timeshare resale company is that you do not want to jump at the first company you find. As with anything else, you need to shop around before investing your money.

As there is so much money to be made in the timeshare resale business there are an almost endless number of sites that want your money. Not all of them will get it through honest means. At the very least you’re liable to wind up paying too much for too little if you walk into this blind. Keep your eyes open, and your wits sharp.

 

One fantastic resource for finding a reputable resale company is to search for one through the ARDA-ROC’s Timeshare Seller’s Resource Center. The site provides prospective sellers with a comprehensive list of companies, forums for previous sellers to advise new sellers, and a detailed list of things to watch for in a reputable company.

If nothing else, my best advice is to ignore any company who asks for an upfront fee and promises to have a buyer already lined up. Selling timeshares is not an exact science, and some very desirable properties might not sell for any number of reasons. If any one tells you they have a buyer, they are most likely lying. If they ask for an upfront fee they are essentially asking you to give them free money – they likely won’t do what it takes to sell your timeshare.

Selling your timeshare contract is a big deal, so don’t fool around. Timeshare resale companies are reliable, by and large. Follow our advice, keep your eye on the prize, and get rid of your timeshare contract for good.

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