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Re: Starwood Timeshare (by Sammy S.):

marilynbw

jenniferc190 wrote:

"I am wondering if I should wait for the North Villas resales to become more available or purchase "pre owned" ones on the existing buildings."

I'm wondering why you would be interested in buying - isn't it much less expensive in the long run to rent? One of the reasons I enjoy this site is that there is such a large variety of great timeshares to rent from owners who are anxious to sell their weeks. I have been to many timeshare presentations where part of the sales pitch is how easy it is to trade weeks as an owner. Judging by the number of owners on this site who are trying to sell or trade their weeks, I'm guessing it must not be that easy - but this site is great for renters. All the advantages of staying at a great resort, with none of the hassles of paying maintenance fees or worrying about trading or losing points. Can anyone explain to me why ownership is better? Thanks

I can't say that ownership is necessarily better. That depends on the individual or family. I like knowing that I have a place reserved at all times if I need to go to it. If I don't need it then I risk the chance to trying to rent it. This is the drawback. Yes the maintenace fees are a little expensive but if you can balance that out with the potential rentals then you will do ok. I've rented out once to cover fees and I've paid once. Batting .500 right now. As a renter I guess you could look at it about the same. The only thing is if you can rent where you want to rent, you can still pay whatever the normal prices are and still go. Take care.