A Way to Buy or Rent a Massanutten Resort with Timeshare Resales June 26, 2009
Posted by Bryan Connelly in : ARDA, Customer Comments, General, New Features, News & Events, Travel , add a commentRigorous construction is underway at the Massanutten Resort in McGaheysville, Virginia. A popular resort on the resale market, the construction was initiated by year round residents living intermingled with timeshare owners and renters. BuyATimeshare.com has been providing timeshare solutions for vacationers looking for a piece of majestic Virginia.
In the name of security, noise complaints and parking issues, The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors approved the request to allow more buildings. The new suites will be used for upcoming timeshare ownerships and the construction has been moving along quickly.
Mak Koebig is a Vice President with Great Eastern Resort Corporation which owns Massanutten Resorts. “We wanted to be able to show people that there is activity out here, that there is a project ongoing and I think we’ll be successful at that” Koebig explains. Residents are optimistic that this will keep vacationers separate from the neighborhoods and offer a new building for tourists to enjoy.
BuyATimeshare.com has been the provider of an extensive array of Massanutten and Great Eastern Resorts for a decade. The inventory available to you on the timeshare resale market can secure the finest suites for over 50% less than what the resort will charge.
Timeshare Resales Boosts Timeshare Value June 22, 2009
Posted by Bryan Connelly in : ARDA, General, New Features, News & Events, Timeshare Rental, Timeshare Resale, Timeshare Resource, Travel , add a commentIt is all too common for folks to be lured to a timeshare presentation with promises of free trips or a car, or something. You too may own a timeshare because of a sales presentation and some gift you were promised.
Buyatimeshare.com is typically approached by couples who need help finding someone to buy the vacation property they often couldn’t afford in the first place. Salesmen often pitch the highest prices packages that are, with options that are too complex for any novice to understand. Over the past few years a growing number of people have been coming forward with stories of how they were passed up the ranks until a signature as finally pried from them.
On the other hand, folks who have dealt with their share of “tours” enjoy their timeshares and continue to use them everyday. A thriving marketplace of buyers are looking to the internet to find the best prices rather than paying upwards of $30,000.
BuyATimeshare.com is poised at the top of all search engines to find these potential buyers and renters.
Not just do we offer the best advertising online, but we interact with buyers to answer questions and verify the offer is from a serious buyer/renter before bringing it to the owners’ attention.
The developers, in such tough economic times, will secure any sale to move inventory and “make sales.” However, by closing these sales, that are destine to default, the salesmen are stripping this inventory of value! Closing these signatures NOW as a sales tactic is illustrated perfectly by the dramatic drop in all Asset Back Securities in the timeshare sector of hospitality.
BuyATimeshare.com exists to repair this reckless salesmanship. We work help those who want out of the timeshare they were often sold while looking for the free trip they were promised. The timeshare concept is something to be enjoyed. The extensive inventory at BuyATimeshare.com has been fueling affordable vacations for a decade, at sought after resorts around the world.
Ritz-Carlton Taking Profound Steps to Join Timeshare Elite June 19, 2009
Posted by John Copain in : Marriott Timeshares, Ritz Carlton, Timeshare Resource , add a commentHigh End Hotel Company Introduces New Points System Option
Ritz Carlton has been well known as one of the leaders in luxury hotels for what seems like forever. While leading the pack in one hospitality sector they have only dabbled in timeshares – compared to other major hotel/timeshare resort entities such as Hyatt and Marriott – reserving certain very well appointed resorts for timesharing, like the Ritz Carlton Club Saint Thomas and the Ritz Carlton Club Aspen Highlands. However, Ritz Carlton seems geared up to make some expansions in their timeshare sector asthey roll out the new points system for Ritz Carlton timeshare owners.
On April 28th Ritz Carlton announced their brand new points system in order to add options to ownership packages other than fixed, deeded ownership. While many timeshare resorts looking to expand their operations introduce a right to use ownership option, Ritz Carlton has opted to go with the points system plan because it will give current owners and future owners optimal flexibility with the ability to access to the worldwide Ritz Carlton family of resorts. This new ownership option is called the Ritz Carlton Destination Club.
The points membership is currently available to members of Ritz Carlton’s Home Club, but other Ritz Carlton owners may see programs created specifically for them too. According to David Short, the regional vice president of sales for Ritz Carlton Destination Club, “We’re spending a lot of time working on programs for our existing customers, it’s good for them, and it should allow us to grow a little more quickly in the future.†The Ritz Carlton Destination Club membership has been named Portfolio. Look for forthcoming innovations from this high end resort company as they focus more and more on their timeshare properties around the world.
The Battle of Legitimacy Continues for Timeshare Industry June 19, 2009
Posted by John Copain in : Timeshare Resource , add a commentTimeshare Scams Enter Everyday Stops
Timeshare scams have long since blackened the otherwise bright skies of vacation property ownership. There are easy ways to avoid them and not get tangled up in hard sales pitches and “free giveaways,” but still timeshares take advantage of uninformed individuals and suck them into an irritating whirlpool of phone calls and empty promises.
Much like computer viruses, timeshare scams seem to evolve just as soon as we have figured out how to avoid them. Heed this warning and avoid the newest degradation in timeshare scams. This poor guy in Virginia thought he was just going out to lunch at a Subway restaurant. Turns out he was entering an establishment of the newest purveyors of timeshare scams. While waiting in line this man filled out a contest entry for a “vacation giveaway.” About a week later he received 3 phone calls telling him he won a Visa gift card, a Subway gift card and a free trip to Orlando for 3 days. Immediately noticing an offer too good to be true, he asked for more details. The caller told him he had to pay a $75 deposit and attend a 90 minute presentation at the resort. He was lucky, he had heard similar stories of timeshare scams. He turned the offer down, but still continued to receive harassing phone calls for some time after.
Stories like this are nothing new, but the tactics with which these companies trick people into submitting personal contact information are changing. Hopefully this story will allow you to see new scams coming from a mile away. There have been timeshare scam success stories where “contest winners” accept the vacation giveaway offer and suffer through the 90 minute high pressure sales pitch and then enjoy the rest of the time at the resort. If you can remain steadfast in your position to not submit to the salesmen at these pitches you may be able to get away with a “free” vacation, but more often than not the presentation sours the experience and it’s better to avoid the situation altogether.
Scams continue to plague the timeshare industry and leave companies like us continuing to fight for legitimacy. The best way to avoid these unethical approaches are to stay educated on the actions of legit timeshare outfits compared to illegitimate timeshare companies. Also, read the fine print of every contest you enter or form you submit with any personal information. Many times the fine print will tell you right out that you are surrendering your right to keep your personal information confidential. So please keep this story in mind next time you see an enticing offer that has the potential to be too good to be true. Best of luck from Buy A Timeshare!
Celebrating Success with Employee Appreciation June 18, 2009
Posted by Bryan Connelly in : ARDA, General, News & Events, Timeshare Rental, Timeshare Resale, Timeshare Resource, Travel, Uncategorized , 1 comment so farBeing one of the fastest growing timeshare resale companies, BuyATimeshare.com took a moment to treat its staff to a barbecue lunch. The celebration continued as the grill was lit again for nice dinner for all. The full spread was laid out, with homemade specialties ranging from salads to deserts, and enough hamburger patties and ballpark franks to put any timeshare resort to shame.
As the music filled the rainy parking lot, and many folks were still working steadily with a plate by their side it was easy to see how much the office has grown, and how well everyone was doing as a team. BuyATimeshare.com has tripled its sales and offers are flooding in with the approach of a warm summer season.
This recent celebration has triggered a variety of advertising deals for owners looking to sell their timeshares for less money upfront. Our powerful marketing team has been providing the widest range of timeshare solutions for over 300,000 vacation property owners, buyers, and renters. BuyATimeshare.com provides the most effective advertising and marketing available online. Our company will work for you until the property sells—guaranteed!
The Most Valuable Timeshare Advertising in the World June 16, 2009
Posted by Bryan Connelly in : Disney, General, Marriott Timeshares, RCI, Timeshare Rental, Timeshare Resale, Timeshare Resource, Travel, Uncategorized, Wyndham Timeshares , add a commentThere are thousands of Timeshare resale companies around the world that will advertise your property; but only a chosen few can really provide the global exposure necessary to successfully sell your timeshare. Only BuyATimeshare.com, however, has the services in place to handle the entire process.
BuyATimeshare.com gets it right the first time. Our staff is dedicated to providing the best advertising to timeshare owners from around the world. Over 300,000 satisfied buyers, renters and sellers love the convenience and advertising might of BuyATimeshare.com.
Owners are often looking to get back what they paid for their timeshare. On the resale market owners typically won’t get back what they initially paid. The most valuable services will charge an upfront fee. Newspapers, phonebooks and magazine advertising all charge a non-refundable fee and wont target timeshare buyers specifically.
Brokers aren’t necessarily the best option, and typically it isn’t an option at all in regards to timeshare resales. Advertising reaches a worldwide marketplace of timeshare buyers and can guarantee a commission-free sale. Despite today’s economy, owners like what they have and continue to use timeshares every day.
Aggressively pricing your vacation property will attract a buyer. Selling it off for thousands of dollars less than what you first paid is what will get that property sold! Advertising the property will cost you a lot less than any other avenue and depending on who you chose to market your property, it will sell!
BuyATimeshare.com is the leading name in timeshare resales. We are one of the only businesses to charge a one time Advertising fee with a money back guarantee! Your timeshare will remain advertised until sold! No magazine will promise that!
BuyATimeshare.com Sponsors Winning Team June 9, 2009
Posted by Bryan Connelly in : Customer Comments, General, News & Events, Timeshare Rental, Timeshare Resale, Timeshare Resource, Travel, VOIC , add a commentBuyATimeshare.com, the leading timeshare resale firm, is exercising its competitive spirit and sponsoring its own local softball team. Comprised of employees and friends of the company, the BATS are currently an underdog, with a 0-2 record. The season is early yet and there 12 teams left to play. The New Hampshire-based Milford co-ed softball league playoffs begin in August and the team is confident in their chances.
Sporting the BuyATimeshare.com logo and employees from every department, the team has showed the value of time away from the job. Having fun and working together to win has shown their team spirit and drive to succeed. Wesley Kogelman, president of BuyATimeshare.com, along with many of the staff is originally from Milford and the surrounding towns, and the team anticipates an exciting season to come.
There will be more to come as the season heats up. The BATS’ next game is scheduled for 6/28/2009. Check in to see how they do!
Ritz Carlton Moves to Points June 9, 2009
Posted by Jason Dobbins in : Disney, General, New Features, Ritz Carlton, Timeshare Resale, Timeshare Resource , add a commentRitz Carlton Hotel Co. added a destination club option on April 28th. Instead of locking investors into a specific destination they are allowing investors to purchase points packages which allow them to own interest in several vacation properties. This will allow and investor in the Ritz Carlton point package to travel to all Ritz’s properties worldwide.
The cost of these packages will cost from the low $100,000 to $800,000. This strategy is similar to one used by the less pricey Disney Vacation Club. Investors in both programs are able to use points like a currency which allows them to buy their vacation time.
In past Ritz Carlton owners would own a specific resort and should attract more people who don’t want to be an owner of a single resort. “Points give you much more flexibility.” said David Short, Ritz-Carlton Destination Club’s regional vice president of sales. “They allow people to customize each trip to their own needs.”
Family Tradition June 8, 2009
Posted by melliemel in : Marriott Timeshares , add a commentHear ye Hear ye , Marriott is working hard to preserve one the oldest  family tradition, the Family Vacation. This year is the 25th Anniversary of (MVCI). Where kids learn new things like windsurfing, fathers teach their son to fish and daughter lay i the sun with mom and talk boyz.. Let’s keep them traveling in comfort. With our timeshare resale we save them money so that they can spend it on their families. Lets help them make great family memories..
American Bar Association-ABA has something to say! June 7, 2009
Posted by Christopher Williams in : Timeshare Resource , add a commentChristopher Williams Here,
 I spend my time thinking about ways to connect to the many people I speak with in a week who have been horribly mislead in the ownership or resale of their timeshare package.Â
I work for the #1 Company in this Industry and I am proud to say they allow me the freedom to send this message to you.
Call me before you make a move to sell or rent or if you just need guidence for your ownership.
Christopher Williams (800)882-0296Â Ext 404.
Email: Attn: C. Williams
ABA Family Legal Guide
Contracts and Consumer Law
Special Consumer Protections
Time-Shares
What problems should I be aware of when buying a time-share?
One problem is that expenses often offset the savings. If, like most people, you finance your time-share purchase over time, the interest costs alone may eat away that supposed profit. Even if you pay cash, you lose the interest you could otherwise have earned on that money.
And unlike renters, who have the option of coming or not coming from season to season as a resort becomes more or less desirable, time-share owners are generally locked in. In some cases, they may be able to exchange their property, but that involves a formal exchange program and costs money. They usually cannot sell the property except at a substantial loss.
Furthermore, your time-share contract will make you responsible to pay any increases in taxes, maintenance, or repairs. If you think any of these amounts are going to decrease, you’re in for a big surprise.
Total Costs
Total costs include mortgage payments and expenses, as well as travel costs, annual maintenance fees and taxes, closing costs, broker commissions, and finance charges. Annual timeshare maintenance fees can be high depending on the amenities of the resort. The larger and more upscale the resort, the higher the fees. These fees cover all of the costs of operation but are typically several hundred dollars a year. These fees can and do rise over time. All of these expenses should be incorporated when determining the overall cost of purchasing a timeshare.
Practical Factors
Timeshares provide the convenience of prearranged vacation facilities, but keep in mind that future circumstances may alter future planning ability. Timeshare plans typically do not include recession provisions for poor health or job loss. Vacationing tastes and favored activities may also change over time. These factors should be considered in evaluating a purchase.
American Bar Association Family Legal Guide
Copyright © 2004 American Bar Association
The best way to sell a timeshare is to ensure you are working with a credible website that can deliver exposure to the million’s of internet surfers looking to save thousands on their timeshare purchase. www.sellatimeshare.com