Vacation Ownership Consultants Timeshare Maintenance Fee Season: Options for Owners As October rolls around, timeshare owners across the country prepare for what has become known as “timeshare maintenance fee season.” This period, stretching from October to January, is akin to Uncle Sam’s tax season for the timeshare industry. During this time, timeshare owners receive their annual maintenance fee bills, which are typically due no later than January 1st. Regardless of whether they have used their timeshare recently or if it has remained unused for a decade, owners are obliged to pay these fe ..read more

Vacation Ownership Consultants Renting Your Timeshare: What You Need to Know​ If you’re a timeshare owner who has paid off the mortgage on your property and finds yourself not using it as much as you once did, you might be wondering whether renting out your timeshare is a viable option. The answer can be a resounding “yes” if you go about it the right way. In this article, we’ll explore the ins and outs of renting your timeshare, from the reasons behind doing it to the potential challenges and the income you can expect. But before you dive in, it’s crucial to heed our advice: always start by ..read more

Vacation Ownership Consultants Complaints Illustrate a Timeshare Scam When it comes to vacations, most plan their year around a significant trip that often comes with a hefty price tag. Unfortunately, those seeking to save money on major expenses such as accommodations may come across unscrupulous scammers and predatory companies. Timeshare scams are no exception to this concept. According to timeshare attendees, they have voiced concerns for fraud, misrepresentation and omitted information with review forums, government agencies and timeshare lawyers. Timeshares offer potential buyers with ..read more

Vacation Ownership Consultants Orlando Timeshare Lawsuit Seeks to Cancel Timeshare Wyndham Lawsuit Complaint for Exploiting Military Servicemen A federal lawsuit has been filed by two military servicemen. They are accusing an Orlando timeshare company of preying on military families during a timeshare presentation. The lawsuit claims that falling into debt on their Wyndham timeshares has not only put their financial stability at risk but also jeopardized their security clearances and military careers. The plaintiffs, Staff Sergeant Daniel Folden of the U.S. Air Force and active-duty U.S. Arm ..read more

Vacation Ownership Consultants Timeshare Resale Comprehensive Guide The timeshare industry has witnessed a surge in resale scams, leaving countless consumers defrauded and disillusioned. Timeshare resale scams prey on unsuspecting individuals looking to sell their vacation ownerships, promising quick sales and substantial profits. However, these fraudulent schemes exploit vulnerable sellers through deceptive tactics, false promises, and exorbitant upfront fees. To shed light on this pressing issue and arm potential victims with knowledge, this article will delve into the world of timeshare r ..read more

Vacation Ownership Consultants 4 Changes in the Timeshare Industry That Owners Should be Aware of. Due to the current state of our country, the inability to use your timeshare may seem valid. Pandemic-driven restrictions have made it nearly impossible for anyone to enjoy any type of vacation over the past year. At the same time, it’s important that owners are able to move forward with an informed state of mind. Truth be told, there are some changes in the timeshare industry that owners ought to take note of. Even though it may be difficult to understand or see with the naked eye, change ..read more

Vacation Ownership Consultants Real Estate Dispute Over What Defines a Timeshare in St. Helena, CA. This past week, the city of St. Helena was sued after accusing a stand alone housing operation for being a timeshare entity. Pacaso, a five-home development project, claims to offer homeownership for up to 8 different tenets per each property. But the city hasn’t been buying it and on April 6th, Pacaso fired back. The federal lawsuit filed in the Northern District Court of California is seeking to “guarantee the legally protected rights of [the site’s] homeowners to enjoy the benefits of ownin ..read more

Vacation Ownership Consultants Timeshare Exchange Taxes Proposed in Steamboat Springs, CO. As lockdowns and public COVID restrictions ensue, cities across the country are looking for ways to combat the tax revenue dips over the last year. Sadly, many destinations have struggled to overcome the exponential loss of tourism dollars. But the city council in Steamboat Springs, Colorado claims timeshare exchange taxes can help bridge the gap. City attorney Dan Foote was tasked to explore its effects. Why Tax Timeshares and Who’s Opposed? According to a local news outlet, the definitive goal of t ..read more

Vacation Ownership Consultants What are 6 Supposed Benefits to Purchasing a Timeshare? After years of helping vacation owners escape the grasp of their onerous contracts, we’d like to think we know a thing or two about the pros and cons of ownership. But when you think about it, what are the benefits to purchasing a timeshare? While we’ve spoken to a number of buyers that are completely content with the product, many make it their life purpose to get rid of it.  No matter how you see both perspectives, timeshare owners tend to identify with one or the other – and for good reason. There ..read more

Vacation Ownership Consultants Prominent Timeshare Platform Shares Their Top Cancellation Companies. When it comes to escaping a timeshare, nearly every step of the process comes with an array of pitfalls. From desperation to deception, disgruntled buyers need to know how to discern every turn. While a number of sales pitches appear to speak to you, nothing in this industry is as it seems. Like last week’s article pointed out, not all content is trustworthy. Just because a prominent platform or timeshare exit review site publishes a list of their top cancellation companies – it doesn’t ..read more