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Re: SELLING MY TIMESHARE (by Marie M.):

norin wrote:

Hi Garyp 104,

As someone who has paid a company an upfront free to sell my timeshare,( Ih have a listing out right now) could you please tell me which company you used? The company I used said they have showrooms and actually do timeshare resales face-to-face and don't just put your lising on the internet like so many companies do, like jayjay said.

He made me feel somewhat comfortable paying them because he said he makes hismoney on the financing of the timeshare. (either that or he's just a GREAT salesman)

Unfortunately he is almost certainly the latter--a Great salesman/con artist. Did you ask him where these alleged face-to-face encounters take place, where their "showrooms" are located? And if he gave you this type of info, did you check with the Better Business Bureau in the area to see if the company is registered with them? Are there any complaints? Did you check with the state regulatory agency to see if they have the required real estate and other licenses?

I am an active long-term member of a timeshare owners group in New York. Many of us own 10-15 timeshares, and collectively engage in numerous purchase and sales transactions each year. We are well aware of most, if not all, of the reputable timeshare resale companies and none do business in the way you describe. And none of the reputable companies collect any fees/commissions until they actually sell a unit for an owner.

The scenario you describe is a common scam that pops up from time to time. Try to get a refund of your money. Do a "google" search of the company. Perhaps if you find out enough negative information, you can file complaints and dispute the charge with your credit card company. I do hope you paid by credit card! Good luck.