Bill
I humbly disagree with you.
Points are Points and this resort can be had just as easy and cheaper than any us resort. HIGVC sells resales in addition to "new weeks" and the prices can be spectacular at times.
As for Elite, I do agree there. I Own 26000 points, all resale, and will never pay developer price to get that status.
I am perfectly content with the 9 month window. I know the only week I cant get is 51-52 at Hilton Hawaiian Village and probably now the new Waikoloa. Honestly, Elite wouldn't help me there anyway.