Are Timeshares a Scam? How to Buy and Sell a Timeshare Vacation Rental So You Don't Lose Big

Are Timeshares a Scam? How to Buy and Sell a Timeshare Vacation Rental So You Don't Lose Big

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How to analyze the financials of timeshare ownership so you know what you are buying. Why timeshare ownership is. not an investment, but prepaid vacation.

Why timeshares always fall in price when bought new from the timeshare company.

What is the best way to sell an existing timeshare you own.

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0:00 Start
0:19 The three timeshare ownership models
1:58 What timeshares cost
2:50 How timeshare maintenance fees work
3:57 Why timeshares fall in value and never appreciate
5:35 How timeshare tours work and what are the marketing incentives to purchase
7:41 Why timeshares are so difficult to exit
8:24 A timeshare purchase example using Marriott Vacation Club
11:13 How to exit and sell and existing timeshare
13:32 How to purchase a timeshare
14:09 Most people shoudn't buy timeshares