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Re: Successful Resales & Rental Feedback Wanted (by Chad S.):

First time redweek member here.

I have had a timeshare for a couple of years now that I have been using but this is the first time I decided to rent one out. My rental is intended for a week, like most members here. I just thought I'd ask about this process from experienced folks out here before I post my rental.

How many timeshare rental owners here use RCI like I do, probably a few, I am assuming? If you are familiar with it, you know that once you rent it out, you need to issue a guest certificate in the name of the renter.

I had a few questions regarding this:

i) Does RCI issue guest certificates via e-mail so that the turnaround time is quicker for someone who is making the payment on the rental when finalized? Everyone is used to that confirmation e-mail from an expedia or travelocity, so I wondered what is the quickest way to assure a buyer that there is a confirmation under their name. One obvious way, while waiting for the RCI guest certificate, would be to call the resort and make sure the guest's name is on the reservation. Any other ideas??

ii) Plus, what do timeshare owners here use to verify payments from prospective renters, PayPal, or something else?

iii) What other precautions as an owner do I need to take when it comes to renting a week out?

Thanks in advance for all your feedback, it is greatly appreciated.

Chad