OK, regardless of the price I paid and rescinding set aside for now:
1. Are you happy that you have HGVC?
2. Do you get the resorts and dates you want?
3. How far in advance have you had to book to get your choice?
4. Do you think the collection is adequate and RCI is easy to use?
TY!!
1. I have purchased through both developer and resale. I am happy. 90% of all sales are made through the developer, regardless of what is stated here. Only when you reach TUG Nirvana and understand the ins and outs of resale, will you find ultimate happiness.
2. Generally, yes. However, it depends on where you want to go and when. Christmas/New Year can be tough in Hawaii and Orlando. Springbreak can be tough too. Yet, if you plan ahead and use your 9 month window...you can usually get what you want...most of the time.
3. Again, it depends on when and where you want to go. You ought to know this as a DVC owner. HGVC 9 month windows will get you into most places, Oahu can be tricky, if it's not 12 months.
4. That is the downside of HGVC. The collection is upscale but concentrated in Orlando, Vegas and Hawaii. The affiliates help. RCI extends possibilities. I find their site a bit cumbersome and not everything is listed. It's also a big flea market, IMO. There are a lot of good places, but a lot of dives too. You can also join SFX which works a bit differently, but has wonderful properties.
In any case, as others have stated...don't freak out! While you did spend more buying through the developer, it is HGVC, and you will get good quality if you wind up not rescinding. (Next time, check with Seth or Judy.) I like (not the best use of points) to trade some HGVC points to Hilton Honors.
TUGers often get caught up too much in their own happiness and forget that most of us initially purchased through the developer. Just learn the point system and tailor what you need for your family. You seem to be on the right path anyway...