+1 Agree. The only thing that counts is what is written in the contract. Sales reps will lie. Don't believe them when they say these half truths:
"resale doesn't get the same benefits," (no Elite but Elite is not worth much)
"resale will be limited in the future" (BS - this would destroy HGVC - why would you want to buy into a system in which it will be further devalued?)
"You will be scammed going resale" (there are reputable licensed brokers who can guide you as a newbie.)
After your time is up. Stand up and say, "Thank you for the info, I have listened for my xx minutes as promised. I am not interested. Can I leave now and collect my gift?" Do not sit down again. Just stand as they will mull over this and may leave to get a supervisor but this body language will cause this meeting to end more quickly.
If they ask why? Tell them that you read Tug and are doing research to buy resale at a fraction of the cost. There is nothing they can offer you that will be more cost effective than buying resale at 20% of developer prices. This will clue them in that you will not fall for their pitch. They will know their gig is up and will let you move on.
The supervisor or other personnel then might offer you a VIP trial package for $1699 which will give you 7000 point to stay at some of the newer properties. This has no obligation to buy but you will need to attend another presentation.
We have purchased VIPs several times to stretch our ownership because we are good at saying "no." However don't buy if you are uncomfortable with saying "no" during this presentation, or don't want to spend this much money, or the limited locations on the VIP list do not interest you.
One advantage of the VIP is that you can get a 9 month reservation to try the Hilton Club properties such as NYC, or DC. or you can split between these properties. You can only get the leftover units (if any) at 45 days as a resale owner in Hilton Club.
Good luck!