New to timeshare?

Q: Hello, My name is John and I have seen some of your properties for sale on EBay. I'm new to that site and it intrigues me that properties worth as much as $20,000 can be sold for very little, even under $20.00. A friend of ours has let my family use his timeshare at Cyprus Grove in Orlando. We loved it and attended a sales presentation on Timeshares. I was not very impressed when it involve thousands of dollars of up front costs as well but this is interesting.

I have a family of eight and my in-laws accompany us on most vacations so there would usually be 10 of us traveling together. We have been going on vacation about six weeks every year. last year we went to the Dells Wisconsin for a week, Branson for a week and to Orlando for a two weeks as well as short trips to Montana, Rapid City and Mitchel South Dakota. We are retired and have a 34' Class A Mobile home that we love to use. This year we are taking the RV to Alaska for a month and are spending two weeks in Los Angeles.

So my thoughts were to buy one or two units at Branson or Wisconsin or the Montans-Idaho-South Dakota area for a two week floating stay that can also be used for its' RCI type of point/resort exchange. Two weeks is the minimum and enough room for 10 people is also the minimum. I really liked the lockout room designs we have had in Florida and in Wisconsin. It really made us feel like we had room to spare, even with so many people.

Please explain the colored weeks for exchange points system and all fees due on a recuring or one time basis.

Thank you for your time and consideration of this matter.

A: Happy to help you on figuring out a plan--sounds like travel is a big part of your life right now. How fun :)

It might be easier to talk on the phone, but in general I see a couple options to start with. First off, I could set you up with the most choice in Branson. We do have a 3BR at French Quarter--two listings one Even Year and one Odd year, Floating Weeks 11-52. Here is a listing to take a look. I have many other two BR's, but I thought I'd start with the biggest we have running right now. Very affordable and a nice resort.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=350244468692
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230368337831

We also have a 3BR/2BA at the Cabins at Green Mountain, http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=350244438827

The other option would be to set you up with a RCI points package, that essentially lets you stay anywhere without the need to exchange. They are typically a bit more upon purchase but well worth it for flexibility, esp. in areas like Montana and Idaho where timeshare resale is more rare. Points allow you to reserve at any resort in RCI's system. You'll need to make sure you own enough annually to get the size and time of year you will most often desire.

Here is the link to our web site, and if you're not familiar with Points, it's a great place to start.

http://www.wholesaletimeshare.com/

Scroll down and you'll see the title, "What's the point to all these points? Brief Timeshare points explanation."

Or, here's a direct link to all of our videos...they are short, but very helpful.

http://www.wholesaletimeshare.com/timeshare_educational_videos.php

How about we start there, and together we'll get more clear about a direction you'd like to take. I am happy to give you a call.

Kind regards,

Francene Watsonwww.wholesaletimeshare.com
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Fantasy World I / ORLANDO FLORIDA / Floating Timeshare (350241947709)

Q:
Are there any special assessments or changes in maintenance fees coming up? Is this property part of an exchange system? If so, which system and what does that membership entitle you to? Does ownership of the timeshare entitle buyer to any other priveleges (discount on Disney/airline tix)? Is buyer assuming any other debts or obligations other than the winning bid price and annual maintenance fee?

A:
As far as special assessments go we find out about the previous, current, and one year ahead. There is none that we are aware of. Maintenance fees can raise but most resorts have a cap of how much the average is less than 5 percent. This resort is part of Interval International. Membership entitles you to trade into any one of the resorts in the network. They also get extra vacation which allows you to use an extra week at a nominal price. There is so much information about II that I suggest to go to www.intervalworld.com for more information. No there are no discounts on the theme parks or plane tickets for being an owner. You are paying only the winning bid everything else is taken care of by the seller including the 2009 maintenance fee. Yes you will have to pay that fee annually after this year.
Thank you for your interest,
Jennifer Sluppick jennifer@emidsouthinc.com 901-347-0713

Diamond Points Grand Vacations Europe Resorts Timeshare

Q:
Jennifer, Thank you for your quick reply. Let me give the recap. All these European resorts can be booked with the points as they are sold in this auction. There is no need whatsoever to upgrade to make use of all the resorts in Europe. Please confirm. Can you also let me know why the price is in Pound sterling I woulld have thought US dollar since you are located in the US. Thanks again.

A:
I went into our information from the owner there is a copy of their certificate. Under home resorts it states ALL RESORTS. I see in the ad where your confusion came from. It is talking about a premimum membership. A premium membership means you could use all the Diamond Resorts world-wide. As it is you can only use the resorts listed in the ad. The price is in pound sterling because the ad is actually listed on eBay UK. You can pay in USD.
Thank you for your interest,
Jennifer Sluppick jennifer@emidsouthinc.com 901-347-0713

RCI - the largest timeshare vacation exchange network in the world.

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#230364872538 The Cove at Yarmouth Cape Cod Massachusettes Timeshare

Q.
Hi:

I will get you the payment tomorrow morning.

What does joint tenants mean? My friend and I will be on the deed. Are there any yearly property taxes involved? Also after the transaction is complete are we given some sort of ID cards to prove we are owners at the Resort?

Thanks

A.

Joint tenants mean you have equal ownership rights. Since there are 2 people you want it Joint Tenants with Rights of Survivorship. That way if anything would happen to one, the second would be the owner and it would not have to go through probate. The taxes are combined in the maintenance fees. ID cards are something that are handled by each resort, and some do, some don’t have them. After you get your deed in hand you need to wait about 2 weeks. If at this you have not gotten something from the resort you need to call and ask for a new owner’s packet. They can always look you up in the computer to prove you are an owner.

Thank you for your business,

Jennifer Sluppick
jennifer@emidsouthinc.com
901-347-0713

Escape Clause

Panama City Beach Florida RCI TIMESHARE Deed For Sale

Q: What does the escape clause entail. Do you have to act on it or is it optional?

A: This is very common clause in deeds for properties. At a pre-determined point in the future, the owners of a property will vote on whether or not to continue ownership based on the condition of the resort. This clause was designed to protect owners from having to pay maintenance fees if the resort's condition is not considered worth the up-keep. Essentially, an escape clause is a benefit to deed holders. Should you decide to continue ownership, an extension of 10-30 years can be expected.Hope that helps and happy to answer any other questions that you have. Kind regards,

Details on Listing on Myrtle Beach

Q:

no description.what week? fees?

A:

Sorry its in the body of the adResort Address: Peppertree by the Sea, 305 South Ocean Blvd., North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582, 843-249-3591Type: Deeded Deeded Ownership Questions Answered - Fixed Week 43, Unit 602RCI Code RCI Exchange Information: 0620II Code Interval International Exchange Information: BTS & B1TUse: Fixed Week 43, October 24 - 31, 2010. See our Timeshare Planning Calendar. Use begins 2010!Maintenance Fees Maintenance Fees Explained: $518 next due January 2010 and each January thereafter, taxes are included in the maintenance fees.Website: www.spmresorts.comCheck-in Day: Sunday* 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath* Master Bedroom - King* Second Bedroom - 2 Twins* Living Room Pullout - Queen* Jacuzzi* Full Kitchen* Dishwasher* Accommodates: 6 people / 4 privately* Balcony* Washer / Dryer - On Site* Pets - No* Smoking - No* Oceanfront View* Note: 6th floor, elevators present Resort Management: SPM ResortsInternal Exchange: Yes, $100, based on availability, through the VRI*ety Exchange Program!

Re: Question for item #230367298021 - Timeshare 9,000 Annual Bluegreen Points Wisconsin

Q: We currently have 9000 points that we use at Christmas Mtn. We wanted to get to 20,000. Any way to do that with you? Or do we have to wait until a 11,000 point goes on sale? Our current 9000 is deeded someplace else but we pay our dues to CM. Can we buy bLuegreen points from another resort and use them at CM? Our current point renew on 9/1, how would that work with these points that renew on 10/1? We are supposed to pay our $129 on 9/1, how do we work it so we don't have to pay the $129 twice if we buy these points? Thanks

A: Well first of all you will only have to pay the 129 once. So I can lower the price of this by 129. AS far at the 20K I have this one or I do have 21K at Mountain Run at Boyne which would give you 30K a year. That one is going to run 5495 total so let me know if you want that many. As you probably know that 21K sold for over 30K originally. Either way you will only have to pay one 129 fee year.

350236184804 - Timeshare 154,000 Wyndham POINTS Edisto SOUTH CAROLINA

Q: Does the demand color "red - high" have any bearing on when the points can be utilized? It is my understanding that points can be used at any time of the year and for any Wyndham resort.

A: Color has no bearing. Points are points.

Kind Regards,
Bryan Watson
417-297-0094

#230364927306 - Phoenix Arizona / 1500 Annual SHELL POINTS Timeshare

Q.
What do you mean that for AZ properties I would have 12 mos for reservations and for other areas I'd have 9 mos? I don't understand this? Thank you...

A.
It is arizona club so the owner can book 12 months out for Arizona. That means you get first choice of weeks there. If you want to book outside the Arizona club then you can only book 9 months in advance because the owners of those clubs get first choice at 12 months. I hope that explains it for you. If you have any further questions feel free to ask.
Thank you for your interest,
Jennifer Sluppick
jennifer@emidsouthinc.com
901-347-0713

Question for item #230364462365 - Florida Timeshare for Sale with 3 Years of RCI Included

Q: what is means Deeded RCI affiliated resort transfered to you?

A: See www.rci.com RCI is a exchange travel club that is associated with over 4000 timeshares and the person that buys this will have ownership of a resort that is RCI affiliated.

#230359184127 - Sheraton Broadway Plantation South Carolina Timeshare

Q:
Hi I was wondering if you could tell me the square footage of this 1 bedroom unit. My family stayed at the Broadway Plantation recently and I know there is a larger one bedroom and a smaller one..Also, I understand that the room could be booked 12 months before...How long does it generally take to close and transfer the deed and could reservations be made by you before the deed is transfered?

A:
This unit is 640 square feet. We aim to get our closing and transfer complete within thirty days. This depends heavily on the county. Some counties take longer than others. Yes our closing company is able to make a reservation prior to the transfer being completed.
Thank you for your interest,
Jennifer Sluppick jennifer@emidsouthinc.com 901-347-0713

#230364872538 - The Cove at Yarmouth Cape Cod Massachusettes Timeshare

Q:
What do you mean by floating weeks? Can you explain? Thanks Frances

A:
Well I am sure you are familiar with what a fixed week is. A set week every year. A floating timeshare give you a choice between certain weeks. Depending on the account depends on which weeks. This one is floating 1-13 and 45-52. When you decide which on of the weeks you want to use your timeshare this year you call and book it. This is of course based on availability so the sooner you call to book your week the better. I hope this explains it to you. If you have any further questions feel free to ask.
Thank you for your interest,
Jennifer Sluppick jennifer@emidsouthinc.com 901-347-0713

More about how owners use RCI's Points for Deposit

Q: I bought an even use year massanuttun gold crown 2BR lockoff from you guys (emidsouth) earlier this year. I bought because of the low maintence fee and ability to convert to points. I need more points, so I am looking for a simliar deal - preferably odd use starting 2009. I need points now....If you have a great deal that can help me out, please email me...

A: Thanks for the email. So what I am getting is that you have a points account, and can deposit the Massanutten as points? And you're looking for another Massanutten, or just another property that you can bank as point for low mf's? Do I understand that right?Happy to helps see if I can get good match for you. Best,Francene

Q: Dear bryanwaton, I have a weeks and a points account. I think you are understanding perfectly. The 2BR lockoff is the best because it can be split. It does not have to be Massanutten, I just found they have the most reasonable management fees for a gold crown resort. But I'm sure there are others out there that I am unaware of. Thanks for getting back to me so quickly!!Hi thanks--for the email. So what I am getting is that you have a points account, and can deposit the Massanutten as points? And you're looking for another Massanutten, or just another property that you can bank as point for low mf's? Do I understand that right?Happy to helps see if I can get good match for you. Best,

A: Okay, great. So, in PIC (Points in Conversion) terms only, here is a strong possibility, and one to get us started. Item number 230361761650 (put it in eBay search bar). It is not a L/O but it is an annual fixed week with excellent fees; why I like fixed week PIC's is that you don't need to make a reservation, and it'll bank for 52K each year, easy. Take a look and I'll see what my best price. I'll also click around and see what else might work. I have some in Williamsburg that PIC as well, but the MF's might be a little higher; I'll take a look.

Question

Q: Hi Bryan, I just saw item 350230590886 the Windy Shores II timeshare you were selling and almost bid but had a question. Not sure if you can answer but being as you are well versed in timeshares, we would prob trade each year for warmer place and I didnt know the probability of being able to trade this unit (white week 7) with RCi and get a caribbean place or Myrtle beach in the summer? Any idea?

A:The best way to do that is to bank your timeshare as soon as possible and then put in a request for a ongoing search as soon as possible. The other trick is if you are willing to travel 6 weeks or less then you can trade any color/size timeshare for any other timeshare. Normally between those two strategies it works out.

RCI Points

Q: actually, I am looking for a timeshare, low maintenance, low price, but it has to have an RCI points membership attached. Do you have any for sale? Serious buyer and ready to pay not do financing.

A: Hi there,

How many points are you looking for? Here are several package with good to excellent MF's. An excellent ratio is 100$ to every 10,000 points.

350232966018
230362840067
350226422550
230362259059

When you buy points from us, a part of our closing process is to set up a points account for you, establish your membership, and make sure the points are deposited into your account.

Happy to answer any questions. Depending on your needs, we have other listings; these are auctions I am running but we have more. We review all offers and work hard to get you the best price we can knowing the kind of service we provide from beginning to end. All of our properties are free and clear; your experience will be smooth.

Kind regards,

- bryanwaton

New to Timeshare? Why so cheap?

Q: I am new to time share arena and have a few questions. This auction is for one week at MB each year correct? How many points come with this time share? Am I able to buy more points? Why is this such a good deal versus the 29K I heard about in the 2 hour sales pitch I went to today. Thanks for your time.

A: Hi, Happy to give a little more information. First, there are all kinds levels that timeshares are sold--the deals on eBay vary. From our perspective, we sell low because we have volume-not as much as others, but we have a lot. Our prices vary depending on when use is coming, area, points or non-points. This listing does not have points associated--RCI. It has use which is Floating - Choice of Week 1, 7 - 8, 44 - 46 or 51 - 52. These weeks are considered off season and so on eBay, they are lower priced. If this was a summer week, the price would be much higher.

I am not sure of the price that was quoted to you, but first off, if I may say, 29K would be a minimum amount of points you would need to get you very far. I am happy to help if you like, but some basic questions are what kind of travel do you hope to do? I have some other Myrtle Beach, but we also have points properties--remember with points, it generally doesn't matter where your home resort is UNLESS you plan to defer to your deeded week from time to time. Or, plan to vacation there-as if you own points at a home resort, you get priority reservation time.

Here are a variety [on eBay] to look at that have already been converted to points and just area:
350232966018
230362840067
350226422550
230362259059
350227313545 (fixed week, not points)
230357447611 (floating week, non points)

Anyhow,a lot of information and happy to talk with you if you like.

Kind regards,

Question for item #350229625084 - Sheraton Broadway Plantation South Carolina Timeshare

Q.
what does it mean that you can trade internally with all starwood properties?

That means that without being a member of an external exchange company ie. RCI or II you can trade you week amongst all of the starwood properties. If you were a member of RCI or II you would pay a yearly fee plus exchange fees and use any resort in the exchange companies catalog. In this case you can use any of the resorts the corporation that owns this timeshare owns also for an exchange fee.
Thank you for your interest,
Jennifer Sluppick
jennifer@emidsouthinc.com
901-347-0713