renting timeshare

advice on renting a timeshare from Redweek postings? Are the listings all safe?

I have rented to and rented from with no problem. But that doesn't mean there aren't people looking to steal someones money. I would be a little more leary of international spots and getting stuck someplace, I've dealt with many wonderful people on Redweek.

Best way to do it is 1-find your resort and settle on a price 2-Get the reservation Number and call the resort to be sure it is the date and size unit you want 3-Pay by credit card if possible (PayPal) it is safer and some people won't take a check or money order 4-Once the money is paid the renters name is put on the reservation and request that verification ( My resorts email it to me and I keep a copy and forward it to the renter.) 5-Call the resort closer to arrival date to doublecheck all the details.--Enjoy the vacation.

There should be a rental contract in place stipulating the terms of the rental and signed by both the owner and renter ..... better safe than sorry .... you can find 'sample rental agreements' by searching forums.

Can someone please advise because we are new to timeshare rentals but Redweek does recommend to go through a "Vacation Escrow Service" that does include a written agreement as well as a escrow that will hold funds until rental period is satisfied? Isn't this a better way to protect ourselves?

Can someone please advise because we are new to timeshare rentals but Redweek does recommend to go through a "Vacation Escrow Service" that does include a written agreement as well as a escrow that will hold funds until rental period is satisfied? Isn't this a better way to protect ourselves?

glenns111 wrote:

Can someone please advise because we are new to timeshare rentals but Redweek does recommend to go through a "Vacation Escrow Service" that does include a written agreement as well as a escrow that will hold funds until rental period is satisfied? Isn't this a better way to protect ourselves?

Yes, a vacation escrow service is the ultimate protection, but many people feel that good communication and a signed contract by both parties is sufficient. Also, using escrow is somewhat costly.