Real estate blog entries tagged with timeshare

Blog entries tagged with "timeshare":

timeshare: More Good News for Resort Vacation Timeshare Sales - Still Ignoring the Negative Trends! - 07/18/08 11:45 AM

In a recent blog article, "....Timeshare Ignores Negative Trends" I mentioned a report published at www.inman.com that referred to over $8 billion in timeshare sales for 2007. Also, Goldman Sachs released a study projecting that timeshare sales in the US in 2008 will grow by 10% producing over 400,000 new … (2 comments)

timeshare: International Properties and MLS: Expanding the Way we Think! - 07/17/08 04:39 PM

Traditionally, a local MLS will have regional properties that are available for sale. As of June of 2007, members of the Houston Association of Realtors have been able to add international properties for sale in a section known as "Area 82". Presently, you can find properties for sale at www.har.com/international that … (2 comments)

timeshare: "My timeshare maintenance fee has nearly doubled. Should I sell my timeshare?" - 07/11/08 03:47 PM

I am hearing this concern more and more every day. Numerous timeshare resorts have increased their annual fees (maintenance & taxes) and this is causing quite a few timeshare owners to stop and think about their timeshare. The decision to sell your timeshare should be made based on how often you … (0 comments)

timeshare: What Steps are Involved in Selling a Timeshare? - 06/24/08 02:12 PM

While reviewing our FAQ's for selling timeshares, I ran across this list of the steps involved when you sell a timeshare through Stroman Realty, Inc.: (from www.timesharelink.com)
"Call (800)671-8962 or just click here to sell your timeshare. We have thousands of buyers already in our system that could be looking for … (0 comments)

timeshare: Getting back into the groove. - 06/23/08 06:19 PM

Okay blog readers.
I have been away for awhile. I have been checking my email regularly. I had Eric Lim at the office as my appointed alternate back up.
I am back from a whirlwind three week tour of the Mississippi River area. You see it was my Mother and Father's … (0 comments)

timeshare: Want to Buy or Sell Marriott's Desert Springs Villas Timeshare? Here Are Some Things You Should Know! - 06/13/08 10:56 AM

Marriott's Desert Spring Villas I & II took 4th and 9th place in Stroman Realty, Inc's top ten best selling timeshares list. Two other Marriott resorts placed in the top ten: Marriott's Cypress Harbour, Orlando FL and Marriott's Grande Ocean Resort, Hilton Head, SC. The Desert Spring Villas, located in Palm … (0 comments)

timeshare: It's exciting that you called, But...... - 05/12/08 04:26 PM

I don't sell timeshare...A man had called me today from Indiana looking for a real estate agent. He did a search and some how I came up on a rating system of #2 of Branson's top realtors. I know this can't be really true, not to say I would gladly take the position. Especially being … (2 comments)

timeshare: Need a Vacation? How about Orlando / Disney World in May? - 04/09/08 10:19 AM

Private timeshare owner has too many weeks in 2008! Here's what we have available for rent:
2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Resort Suite (sleeps 6) The Fountains in Orlando
Week of May 23 - 30, 2008 - $795.

… (2 comments)

timeshare: TIMESHARE ~ Any active members have experience or a story to share? - 03/11/08 08:26 PM

I recently found the following statistics on timeshare.
Total Impact
Combined direct, indirect, and fiscal impacts in 2005 by the U.S. timeshare industry contributed an estimated $92 billion to the U.S. economy in 2005. This included $62 billion in consumer and business spending; 565,300 full- and part-time jobs; over $21 billion in salaries, … (0 comments)

timeshare: Maui County Property Tax Rates - 02/13/08 09:58 PM

Maui County Property Tax Rates
Here on Maui we have some of the lowest property tax rates for all the Hawaiian Islands, especially for homeowner/occupants. People moving to Maui are often pleasantly surprised at the property tax for their new home. If an owner lives in their home, they can qualify for … (4 comments)

timeshare: Timeshare travelling - 12/13/07 03:45 PM

Back in 2002 I purchased my membership in the points based timeshare club, Worldmark. At that time it was managed by the developer Trendwest. a subsidiary of Cendant Corporation.
Cendant also owned Fairfield which is a similar points based timeshare club on the East Coast. Cendant also owned a string of hotels and motels … (0 comments)

timeshare: NW WA notary serves locals and BC residents - 11/27/07 10:08 AM

NW WA notary serves locals and BC residents
If you need a US notary, Professional Notary can help.
(360) 510-6530. Special number for Canadians rings in Bellingham office: (604) 484-3681
Notary services regarding:
Apostilles - Hague Convention
Powers of Attorney
Wills
Deeds
House purchase and loan
Timeshare & condominium purchases and sales
Copies of identification papers and licenses
W-7 forms
Letters requesting birth … (0 comments)

timeshare: Timeshare at a bargain price!!! - 10/26/07 04:51 PM

Here is your chance to own a Gold Crown/Five Star Property (Perpetual Membership Does Not Expire) at a bargain price. 8,000 Annual (Trendwest/Wyndham) Worldmark Credits the Premiere Points Club membership, giving you access to vacation at the finest resorts in the world. Mortgage paid in full; you will receive clear title guaranteed. The new … (5 comments)

timeshare: Any Time Share Brokers in Massachusetts? - 10/20/07 08:58 AM

I have an acquaintence who bought into a timeshare in Massachusetts, and now they would like to sell it. Not sure of its value or information, but, if you know of someone who would be interested in purchasing or selling this timeshare, I will be happy to pass on the information … (0 comments)

timeshare: Fractionals are NOT NOT NOT Timeshares - You can bet your Bippy on it! - 10/03/07 03:30 AM

As I was evaluating a beach condo for possible earmarking as a fractional, the agent/owner said to me (with a great deal of condescension), " Well, Fractionals are just this year's timeshares." Yes, I was taken aback and even a bit irritated. But then, I realized that her statement was based primarily … (9 comments)

timeshare: Fractionals & Timeshares: Kissing Cousins or Sparring Spouses? - 07/22/07 08:38 PM

Both here on AR and out in the Internet universe at large, I always seem to bump up against those folks that believe Fractional Real Estate is just a Timeshare in disguise. And yet the only similarity I can find is that they both cost money! (For those of you who … (3 comments)

timeshare: Timeshare Property Notarization - 07/01/07 05:49 PM

Yesterday I got a call from someone at Hilton Grand Vacations. At first I thought she was trying to sell me a timeshare but then she explained she wanted me to notarize one of their timeshare purchases. This was a new one for me. (She said she found me on 123 … (14 comments)

timeshare: Time Share Questions - 05/16/07 03:01 PM

I just took a trip to Maui and rented a condo for a week. It was great! While in Maui I noticed there were a lot of timeshares for sale. I am thinking about buying one, but would like to hear from other people that have them. Are they a good … (1 comments)

timeshare: A Quick-Reference Guide to Fractional Ownership and Lending in Fractions... - 04/27/07 03:47 PM

Anyone ever thought it would be nice to own a 2nd or vacation home? I know I'd love to own one somewhere in the mountains further north.
If you are like me, you've fantasized about buying this 2nd home, but usually something brings you back down to reality pretty quickly: Can I … (0 comments)

timeshare: "Fractional Interests" Did anyone hear about this type of transaction? - 03/29/07 05:51 AM

Aloha all,
I'm going to be attending this real estate seminar on 4/5/07. Now I'm not a Realtor, but I find it interesting and I wanted to find out how this may or may not involve a mortgage company. It may also be something that I may be interested in investing into. … (8 comments)

timeshare: Cabo San Lucas Time Share FOR SALE...only $5999.00 - 12/12/06 04:02 PM

I am selling off my junior suite timeshare at the Villa Del Palmar resort in Cabo San Lucas for only $6000.00. IT is a fabulous vacation destination and resort. I currenlty have a summer week that is not being utilized as I have more than one week per year in Cabo San … (0 comments)

timeshare: My Latest Closing Thank You Gift - 09/08/06 01:27 PM

Hi All,
I have a timeshare and since work keeps me so busy I have many points I need to use. I have called several of my clients that closed recently and told them that I would give them a two or three day weekend at one of my timeshare resorts of … (4 comments)

timeshare: Fractional Ownership vs Timeshare what is the difference? - 09/02/06 07:03 PM

Fractional ownership can start at prices as low as 20,000 we have seen them offered at 40K in the Caribbean and no doubt here in the US it has already taken hold when it comes to corporate jets, and luxury yachts. This may also become a factor in the second home … (2 comments)

timeshare: Anyone in Timeshare Sales? - 08/31/06 02:30 PM

So as I've said before I'm brand new to real estate and so far my only training has been in residential sales. I honestly have no clue on what to do with timeshares! A woman contacted me about selling her timeshare at the Wyndham Palms Resort and I told her I … (4 comments)