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Purchasing thru Redweek or other resale companies (by Jack S.):
ken1193 wrote:ann286 wrote:=================================================llhayden wrote:Hi All:I have been a lurker on Redweek for many years - never, though, have I taken advantage of either renting a timeshare or buying one. I did, however, have my sister rent through Redweek, and she said it was a great experience.
My question is this, as I am a novice timeshare person. I already know that there is a ton of overhead costs if you purchase a timeshare directly from the facility (Marriott, Sheraton, etc.), so using a website like Redweek to purchase is best. But, how do you know whether these timeshares for sale on this site are in the "old" or "new" section of the resort?
Also, 2 questions regarding "floating" weeks- how easy is it to get a reservation at a resort outside of your home resort when your week says "floating"? In other words, if your home resort is in Orlando and you want to RCI elsewhere, is it just as easy with a floating week than with a set week to get a reservation elsewhere? ****Does having a floating week help or hurt you when you want to make a reservation at your resort - since there's no set week, do you have to call many months in advance to get the week you want?
Thanks for your help! I'd like to purchase something, but am a little hesitant due to the floating week thing!
Marriott has first right of refusal on all weeks being resold. With that being said, Marriott picks up most units that are being offered below current Market value. Therefore, you can begin a purchase and once it goes across the Marriott desk to be signed off on, you risk the chance of not getting it.
Alway purchase thru Marriott as this entitles you to the point program and Marriott will resell it for you down the road and service your account. Buying externally opens you up for disappointments down the road. This does not hold true for off brand timeshares but with Marriott, the point program is what makes us!
Call us today as we can help you with any Marriott location, both new and resale at some great pricing and incentives!
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You can save a lot of money buying Marriott resale (probably >$10000). If staying/having the option for marriott points is important to you than pay cash for the hotel stay and rent out your timeshare or bank it with II. You can purchase points from Marriott every year I believe 50,000 for you and if married 50,000 for a spouse which is probably a better deal than turning in your Marriott Unit.
Look into Hilton they have a great program as well and they do not penalize resale owners (you can use there hotel program unlike Marriott and Starwood).
This also helps resale if you decide to sale in the future. Timeshare User Group is a good resource go to that site as well.