If you own a timeshare, chances are your resort is affiliated with one of two companies: RCI or Interval International. These are the two largest timeshare exchange networks in the world, and almost everything about how “flexible” your ownership actually is depends on how well you understand the way they work — which, in my […]
Mexico timeshare scams are changing. And one of the most disturbing problems I have encountered involves something far more serious than a misleading sales presentation: the potential misuse of a vacation club owner’s personal and financial information. My name is Wayne C. Robinson. I spent 15 years working inside the timeshare and vacation club industry
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Concord Finance and the “Transfer Agent” Trap What Every Timeshare and Vacation Club Owner Should Know Before Signing Anything That Names Them Over the years, through my books, videos, and work with timeshare owners, I’ve explained how the vacation ownership industry uses paperwork—not just the sales presentation—to maintain control of the relationship long after the
If you’ve started searching for help getting out of your timeshare, you’ve probably noticed that every exit company’s website looks the same. Confident headlines, promises of relief, maybe a countdown clock reminding you to “act now.” I spent more than 25 years inside the timeshare industry — in sales, marketing, contracts, and management, working with
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You did everything the sales rep told you to do. You deposited your week. You logged into RCI or Interval International. You searched for your dream destination. And you got nothing. Sound familiar? You’re not alone, and it’s usually not your fault. The Big Promise You Heard at the Sales Table During your original presentation,
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You’ve probably noticed the pattern. Diamond becomes Hilton. Bluegreen becomes Hilton. Welk becomes Hyatt. It’s not a coincidence. It’s a business strategy, and it directly affects you as an owner. The Wave of Timeshare Consolidation Over the past several years, the timeshare industry has quietly become a lot smaller — at least in terms of
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If you own a Bluegreen timeshare, you’ve likely heard the news by now: Bluegreen is part of Hilton. Here’s what that actually means, and what to watch for. The Deal Itself Hilton Grand Vacations announced it completed the acquisition of Bluegreen Vacations on January 17, 2024, an all-cash transaction with total consideration of approximately $1.5
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If you own a Diamond Resorts timeshare, you’ve likely felt the shift already. New branding. New sales pitches. Maybe even pressure to give up something you thought was permanently yours. Here’s what’s actually happened, and what to watch for. How Diamond Became Part of Hilton Hilton Grand Vacations completed its acquisition of Diamond Resorts International
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If you own a Silverleaf timeshare, you’ve probably heard the rumors. Resorts closing. Deeds disappearing. Panic spreading across owner forums. Take a breath. Here’s what’s actually happening, and what it means for you. What HICV Is Doing Holiday Inn Club Vacations (HICV) bought Silverleaf Resorts back in 2015. The deal doubled HICV’s size overnight. Now,
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Timeshare points vs deeded ownership explained in plain English – learn how each works, what you really own, and which risks matter before buying.
