Finding the right timeshare on your own can feel overwhelming. Our licensed real estate agents are here to help.
There are a handful of factors to consider when searching for your perfect timeshare. Luckily, our qualified agents can help you find the timeshare you’re looking for at a great price, no matter your preferences.
Gone are the days when having a timeshare meant spending one week each year at a specific resort—unless that’s your preference.
There are a few types of ownership to consider when browsing timeshares for sale:
There are many factors to consider when buying a timeshare. So much of the decision depends on personal preference, but we can help narrow it down for you.
According to ARDA, the average retail cost of a timeshare in 2023 was roughly $24,140. New owners should also factor the price of maintenance fees and annual dues into their budget, which can rise above $1,000 a year, depending on the ownership. However, you don’t have to break the bank. You can find timeshares for sale for much less when you buy off the resale market.
Like a car, a timeshare depreciates in value after the initial purchase. This means it’s unlikely an owner will get back what they paid for their timeshare in full.
Remember, the fees paid by owners keep resorts in top condition. So, the unbeatable prices of timeshare resales have nothing to do with the quality of the room or resort.
No, a timeshare doesn’t have to be forever unless you’d like it to be.
Some timeshare contracts have an expiration date, but it is possible to sell them before that date comes. Even if your contract agreement is in perpetuity (or without a specific end date), you still have options.
There is a booming market for timeshare resales where first-time buyers can save money and existing owners can add to their ownership for less.
Since buying a timeshare is completely based on personal preferences, there is no one answer for what the “best timeshare” is.
Some of the choices that a buyer needs to make before purchasing a timeshare are:
Size of Unit – Consider the needs of your chosen travel party. Do you need a two- or three-bedroom unit for the whole family, or does a studio unit work for you?
Unit Amenities – There may be some non-negotiables to make your timeshare feel like a true home away from home. If you’d like to prepare most of your meals during your vacation, you should look for a unit with a full kitchen. Is free Wi-Fi a requirement? What about a private balcony? These are all factors to consider when browsing timeshares for sale.
Resort Location – Even for most points-based programs, you must choose a home resort location to base your ownership around. Where do you most often like to travel on vacation? Is a drive-to destination a priority, or do you like to fly away to a more exotic locale?
Favorite Activities – Do you like lounging on a beach or would you rather hit the town in a big city? Does a cozy spa day appeal to you, or would you rather take the kids to theme parks? Narrowing down your favorite vacation activities can help you decide where you’d like to travel to!
Favorite Brand – Many travelers have a favorite hospitality brand they frequent, especially if they travel on business. Many major brands, such as Hilton, Marriott, and Wyndham, have a timeshare program attached to their operation. If you have a preferred accommodation chain, there is a chance that you will be able to find a timeshare ownership within their brand umbrella.
Timeshare Points vs. Weeks – The type of timeshare ownership you prefer is one of the most important factors to consider. Do you like to visit the same destination every year? A timeshare week could help you have a consistently wonderful vacation at your favorite resort. Would you rather find new vacation spots each year? The flexibility of using timeshare points to vacation at numerous destinations could be the way to go.
Timeshare points are popular for the flexibility they offer. Think of timeshare points as vacation currency. Owners purchase points, which are then used to book stays. The value of these points differs from brand to brand. Some stays cost more points than other stays, depending on the length of the vacation, the resort, and the size of the accommodation booked. Many clubs allow owners to bank points for bigger vacations or borrow points from future years. Alternatively, you have the option to use your points to take smaller vacations throughout the year.
Many owners prefer weeks-based ownership, often in the form of fixed-week or floating-week timeshares. This type of timeshare gives owners the consistency they may desire when planning a vacation. A fixed-week timeshare guarantees you one specific calendar week each year. Meanwhile, floating-week timeshares offer a bit more flexibility by allowing owners to pick a week to vacation within a particular season or throughout the year.
We have timeshare resales available from the brands below and many more. Let us help you find your perfect ownership!
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