6 Tips for Timeshare Buyers - By: Eric Frey

Every individual waits for that time of the year, a much deserved vacation and time away from the hectic activities of day to day life. Do you typically wonder where to go? Where to stay? Etc. Smart people plan their vacations long before they actually go out for one. And even smarter people buy timeshare property for vacations to have a peace of mind and a place where they love to enjoy and cherish their most beautiful memories. Everyone wishes to have a timeshare property at their favorite vacation place. Here we discuss some of the important things that you have to remember while buying a timeshare.

1) You need to understand the different types of timeshare properties before you buy one. Basically, there are two types of timeshare plans. The first type is a deeded plan, where you buy an actual piece of real estate and own it along with other owners, but you are only allowed to use it according to the timeshare agreement. A fixed week, fixed unit deeded timeshare permits you to own a specific timeshare property at a specified time each year. A floating time agreement gives you flexibility regarding the dates you can use your timeshare, but many owners prefer that option so you may need to make your reservations on a first come, first served basis. A non-deeded or right to use timeshare is a lease arrangement. Just like deeded timeshares, these plans are categorized into fixed unit and floating time arrangements. After the lease expires, however, you no longer have any rights to the property.

2) Before you buy, research the location. Decide whether you can go there every year. It also would not hurt if you looked into the cost of alternative accommodations available in the location. After all, why should you buy a timeshare when another option is less expensive? However, you should also think about your comfort. The alternative option might not give you the same amount of comfort as the timeshare. Your decision might depend on which factor you think is more important, cost or comfort.

3) Always find out your timeshare rights before buying. Your rights may be violated in some cases. In most of the cases the timeshare properties are governed by legal documents known as Covenants, Codes, and Restrictions. It establishes rights for real estate property owners and governs how the timeshare should be managed.

4) Decide if you want to buy a timeshare for investment purposes or for your vacations. Think again if your only purpose in buying is investment, because reselling timeshare properties is not one of the best ways to make money in real estate. Typically, a timeshares resale value is not that great, and the process of reselling is difficult because of competition from the original seller. Timeshare property is, however, an investment you can make in a Lifetime of Vacation Enjoyment (LOVE).

5) While you may think that the cost of buying a timeshare is simply the cost of buying only the real property. You may be wrong. You should always calculate the total cost of timeshare which includes mortgage payments, maintenance fees, taxes, travel cost, closing cost, broker commissions, financing charges etc. Compare the cost of similar alternative accommodations with the total cost of owning a timeshare now. Remember that hotel accommodation rates increase at a rate of 2-3% a year.

6) Read each and every document carefully before signing any agreement. Never ever believe a promises made by a salesman. Request everything in writing. Also find out about the reputation of the seller and whether he is a licensed timeshare seller. Lastly, never accept properties with unfinished facilities, if you do so take a written commitment from the seller that they would be finished within a specific time frame.

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