Up front fees

CaMama · #1 (**permalink**) October 6th, 2008, 03:20 PM

While doing my research on selling my timeshare, I keep seeing advice against paying any up front fees to a timeshare resale company. How does your company view "up front fees"?

CaMama

TAI_Staff · #2 (**permalink**) October 14th, 2008, 04:54 PM

With timeshare resale upfront fees are a necessity in order for us to be effective with our highly visible, targeted advertising and marketing efforts. These efforts combined with maintaining our state-of-the-art website and staffing experienced professionals to see to the needs of the influx of timeshare buyers, sellers, and renters requires that we charge some type of fee. We do keep these upfront expenses to a minimum and offer a variety of options to suit the needs of different types of timeshare sellers, renters, and the various kinds of timeshare ownership. In addition, we offer proof that this concept works by publishing a number of statistics on our website to validate our ability to capture the timeshare resale and rental audience, generate offers and finalize a timeshare sale and/or rental.

Those who oppose or advise against paying an upfront fee have more likely than not been unsuccessful with the infamous telemarketing or postcard companies that solicit timeshare owners only with unrealistic promises and without reciprocating to the buying and renting audience.

Alternatives to an upfront fee are few and far between. Cheap or free advertising outlets neither provide the consistent, targeted advertising necessary to get the job done nor the other services that may be required to help to facilitate the sale and/or rental of a timeshare. Realtors and brokers opting to deal in timeshare often deal exclusively in high-end, expensive timeshares located/deeded in the state(s) in which they're licensed and demand a very high commission(sometimes as high as 40%).

Remember, when selecting a timeshare selling company to choose wisely, ask "what do I get for my fee?" and never deal with an uninvited telemarketer!

Hope this helps!

CaMama · #3 (**permalink**) October 16th, 2008, 04:20 PM

Thanks, that was helpful. Now, where can I find that proof that confirms what I can get for my fee?

TAI_Staff · #4 (**permalink**) October 17th, 2008, 10:33 AM

The best way to obtain confirmation of 'what you get for your money' when employing the services of a timeshare resale company is to simply ask for it in writing. A legitimate timeshare resale company should be able to provide a digital contract via email for a quick review. Timeshare Adventures makes our Ad Listing Agreement and a sample letter specifying our terms available on our website.

Furthermore, I would advise that a timeshare seller choose a resale company that has a strong advertising presence, a variety of listing options, and a track record of successful client sales and rentals that can be verified.