Original Message:
Re: Proper Way to Pay for a Rental and not get Scammed (by Barbara F.):
Today Marriott has told me that they have "NEW RULES" THAT FORBID removing my name from my confirmed reservation, they can only add another name to the reservation. If damage should happen during my confirmed week, I will be financially responsible for any and all damages even though I will not be occupying the unit.
In past years when I have had an unfortunate illness in the family and we have not been able to occupy our unit at our home resort, we have rented the unit and made a name change. Marriott used to charge a fee for the name change. Owner Services today denied that ever was a procedure that they agreed to. However, they certainly took my money and made the name change a few years ago.
Has anyone had experience with renters damaging and incurring financial charges for which the owners to the deeded week is responsible?
HELP! How did I ever get myself involved in this mess?
Anyone out there who can make a recommendation? I have lots of interest in my week and no shortage of eager renters. But now Marriott is changing the rules.