Whos who of redweek?

Okey dokey, that was my first post and last on Redweek. I was replying specifically to Judi since she is in real estate and surely would have an opinion on closing companies. Sorry for having offended subsequent posters!! Since I am new to the site I am not aware of how to reply to a specific user.

Give the new people a break or provide "tips" for not disrupting the thread.

juliek114 wrote:

Okey dokey, that was my first post and last on Redweek. I was replying specifically to Judi since she is in real estate and surely would have an opinion on closing companies. Sorry for having offended subsequent posters!! Since I am new to the site I am not aware of how to reply to a specific user.

Give the new people a break or provide "tips" for not disrupting the thread.

Julie, don't scurry off just because someone offered criticism --- there is plenty of that here (and in any other forum / bbs, for that matter). Sometimes you just have to be thick skinned and roll with the punches.

Particularly on RedWeek forums, sometimes a thread goes way off topic and then just keeps on going down that new "side road" as others jump on the new, off-topic bandwagon. The thread then becomes a chaotic jumble of mixed subjects.

Threads would stay right on topic if people would simply look at the original subject title to a thread and then THINK. If the input they are considering posting is not directly responsive and relevant to the particular thread title / subject, then the appropriate thing to do is start a brand new thread with a brand new subject title. Of course, that's a concept for an ideal world. In reality, some people will simply post what they want, where they want and when they want, with no particular regard for topic organization or relevance.

What also does not help is when the subject itself is posted in an entirely inappropriate forum in the first place. This very thread is a good example, since a "who's who of RedWeek" subject should be in the "General Discussion" forum, not in the "Timeshare Companies" forum. What on earth does "who's who of RedWeek" have to do with "Timeshare Companies"? (Answer --- nothing whatsoever).....

ken1193 wrote:

juliek114 wrote:

Okey dokey, that was my first post and last on Redweek. I was replying specifically to Judi since she is in real estate and surely would have an opinion on closing companies. Sorry for having offended subsequent posters!! Since I am new to the site I am not aware of how to reply to a specific user.

Give the new people a break or provide "tips" for not disrupting the thread.

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Julie, don't scurry off just because someone offered criticism --- there is plenty of that here (and in any other forum / bbs, for that matter). Sometimes you just have to be thick skinned and roll with the punches.

Particularly on RedWeek forums, sometimes a thread goes way off topic and then just keeps on going down that new "side road" as others jump on the new, off-topic bandwagon. The thread then becomes a chaotic jumble of mixed subjects.

Threads would stay right on topic if people would simply look at the original subject title to a thread and then THINK. If the input they are considering posting is not directly responsive and relevant to the particular thread title / subject, then the appropriate thing to do is start a brand new thread with a brand new subject title. Of course, that's a concept for an ideal world. In reality, some people will simply post what they want, where they want and when they want, with no particular regard for topic organization or relevance.

What also does not help is when the subject itself is posted in an entirely inappropriate forum in the first place. This very thread is a good example, since a "who's who of RedWeek" subject should be in the "General Discussion" forum, not in the "Timeshare Companies" forum. What on earth does "who's who of RedWeek" have to do with "Timeshare Companies"? (Answer --- nothing whatsoever).....

Anyway, to start a new thread, select an applicable forum such as Buying, Renting, and Selling Timeshares; or Timeshare Exchanges. Scroll to the bottom and you will see a window to “Start a New Topic”. Hope this helps. Mike

juliek114 wrote:

Okey dokey, that was my first post and last on Redweek. I was replying specifically to Judi since she is in real estate and surely would have an opinion on closing companies. Sorry for having offended subsequent posters!! Since I am new to the site I am not aware of how to reply to a specific user.

Give the new people a break or provide "tips" for not disrupting the thread.

Julie; I didn't mean/intend to offend you. You weren't the first, nor were you the last offender.

Other posters went off subject before you, and subsequent posters should have directed others and yourself to a new thread. The response re RCI was good info, just not in this thread. If you cruise around in the forums, you will see what I mean.

Put your skin back on and stay with us. It can be fun...... and interesting.

jons29 has observed:

>> Other posters went off subject before you, and subsequent posters should have directed others and yourself to a new thread. << ======================================

People (among whose number I include myself) may be understandably reluctant to assume the role of "forum police", knowing full well that on virtually all other timeshare sites which have bbs / forums, site moderators assume and exercise that responsibility. For reasons unknown to me, however, that doesn't seem to be the case here on RedWeek forums, where moderators generally seem to intervene only when postings are inappropriate commercial ads, or become overly provocative, unnecessarily hostile, or profane.

jayjay wrote:

kathyk117 wrote:

I have been visiting the Redweek website about 1x/month for the past 6-8 months and recently paid my dues and joined a couple months ago. We purchased a week at Marriott Mtn Valley Lodge in Breckenridge, CO (13 years ago) from the developer and got the studio (queen bed and a queen sofa-sleeper). It is a floating winter week. We turned our weeks into II every other year and got the 110,000 points the odd years. Initially this worked out well and we travelled a good deal w/our points and even got some "bonus weeks"--but we NEVER stay at our home resort, nor did we intend to when we bought it. Recently we are finding that we can never get a trade through II from the week we turned in. I am beginning to suspect it may have something to do w/the size of our unit, but can't figure out why we can't get what we want (last try was No Carolina in the 1st week of July about 7 months in advance). We are now wondering if we should just sell it (on Redweek) and rent our weeks through Redweek and be done w/this TS potential liabilty. Or should we hang on to it b/c Marriott is a fairly reputable organization to work with? It just doesn't seem worth the $765 dues we are paying when it has been so difficult to use it in the past 2-3 years (I now know that II is a big part of this problem)! Advice???

Doesn't Marriott have an internal trading system? Have you tried that route?

As far as trades with II or RCI, studios are the least demanded of all timeshares.

As Ken said, you could get an evaluation of your week from Redweek to see how many points you would get and possibly deposit your week with them for a trade. If you don't have enough points from your timeshare for what you want you can then buy extra points from Redweek to make up the difference.

BTW, is your winter week a ski week? If so, from what I've read, ski weeks in Colorado are very popular, therefore it's probably the studio (size) that's holding you back from getting what you want in a trade.

Marriott is a great ownership however as you may have already found out by reading the forum, they do not have an internal exchange system. One can either go to their home resort or exchange it as a traditional week through II. They also have a rewards system which allows owners to exchange their points for hotels but from what I know, that is not available if you purchase on the resale but then again, it is not the best value for your points

jayjay wrote:

I'm here just to give timeshare advice that I've learned over the years and I'm not employed or aligned with any timeshare related company. I love helping people with my knowledge. If I can help just 10 people with their timeshare questions, I feel that the time I've spent here has been well worth it.

I've owned 9 timeshares, sold 9 timeshares, belonged to both RCI and II and have made numerous exchanges, so I believe I'm qualified to answer many (not all) questions that are asked here.

I've never dealt with points, so I seldom access the points forum.

I would really like to be informed how I could possibly sell a timeshare without using one of these up front resellers? I have a red week 52 at Holiday Hills, Branson, MO 2 BR lockout. This includes an additional week every leap year. Please help - serving in the military makes it difficult to plan and take vacations.

David, it can be difficult to sell a timeshare....depending on where it is, week, and most importantly price.

However you will almost never, repeat never, sell your week via an upfront reseller. They simply want your upfront money and you will never hear from them again. Search the forums here and you will get a good idea. Some of us preach constantly against upfront fees, but folks continue to do it and then complain bitterly about losing their money.

There are some real estate companies that do not charge "upfront". But they are hard to find. Searching thru these forums may give you a clue. But if they want any money upfront, for any reason, hang up.

My personal advice is to list it with your resort, most of whom have re-sale listings. Talk to them and see what they offer. The other bet is to list it here on Redweek or one of the other timeshare sites, like TUG. For a small membership fee, they do a good job. But understand that it may take awhile. The most important aspect is $$$. Price it properly and it usually will work. If you purchased from a developer, you will have to price it a bit below half of what you paid.

There is always the possibility of renting it out, to cover your costs. Check the forum discussion titles at the top for additional info. This is not the best thread for the info you are looking for. Keep searching and good luck.

[I'm trying to find out if Global Exchange Vacation Club is a good deal? Are they what they say? I am suppose to sign my contract on Saturday (2 days). They say you can use your points anywhere in the world, and if a condo isn't available they will book you in a hotel. You are also suppose to be able to get them without your points for $367/wk. Plus discounts on air, car rental etc. Can anyone tell me if this is good, or a scam?

jewellh [I'm trying to find out if Global Exchange Vacation Club is a good deal? Are they what they say? I am suppose to sign my contract on Saturday (2 days). They say you can use your points anywhere in the world, and if a condo isn't available they will book you in a hotel. You are also suppose to be able to get them without your points for $367/wk. Plus discounts on air, car rental etc. Can anyone tell me if this is good, or a scam?[/Q]

Go to right hand side of this page under 'I want to .....' then click search forums and enter Global Exchange Vacation Club then click 'all forums'. The search feature will bring up any discussions of that club.

jayjay

jewellh wrote:

[I'm trying to find out if Global Exchange Vacation Club is a good deal? Are they what they say? I am suppose to sign my contract on Saturday (2 days). They say you can use your points anywhere in the world, and if a condo isn't available they will book you in a hotel. You are also suppose to be able to get them without your points for $367/wk. Plus discounts on air, car rental etc. Can anyone tell me if this is good, or a scam?[/Q]

Go to right hand side of this page under 'I want to .....' then click search forums and enter Global Exchange Vacation Club then click 'all forums'. The search feature will bring up any discussions of that club.

timesharejudi

jayjay wrote:

jewellh wrote:

[I'm trying to find out if Global Exchange Vacation Club is a good deal? Are they what they say? I am suppose to sign my contract on Saturday (2 days). They say you can use your points anywhere in the world, and if a condo isn't available they will book you in a hotel. You are also suppose to be able to get them without your points for $367/wk. Plus discounts on air, car rental etc. Can anyone tell me if this is good, or a scam?[/Q]

Go to right hand side of this page under 'I want to .....' then click search forums and enter Global Exchange Vacation Club then click 'all forums'. The search feature will bring up any discussions of that club.

My information is all hear say but everyone I hear from says no no no to Global Exchange Vacation Club.

GEVC will not respond to this forum.

ashleys79 stated: >> GEVC will not respond to this forum.<< ========================================

Good. No one has asked them to and (speaking only for myself) I don't want to see or hear the happy talk sales pitch razzamatazz here in the first place.

The inquiry was about the experiences of actual users. It wasn't a request for a sales pitch from the very same people peddling this program.

"Preferred" membership indeed.....