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Re: Remembering why you bought your timeshare! (by Den):
I think it unfortunate that there is a tendency to look at a timeshare as anything like real estate and this may be why so many become disillusioned later on. A timeshare purchase is more like paying upfront money for a right to a recurring resort reservation with knowledge that, in addition to the large upfront cost, you will pay for the annual reservation whether used or not (maintenance fees). If viewed this way, most of us would not expect any recovery of the initial payment. However, most of us would question the extraordinarily high amount of the upfront payment.
We have and continue to enjoy our Marriott timeshares and find value in using them. Reading these forums also makes me grateful that I bought quality Marriott timeshares. Marriott is in this for the long term. I even like the flexibility added by the points program and use this option frequently.