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We have seen tug hgvc marketplace and are interested to get 2 BR or 3 BR free timeshare. We are looking to options in Orlando, Myrtle Beach.
Let us know, thanks
 

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We have seen tug hgvc marketplace and are interested to get 2 BR or 3 BR free timeshare. We are looking to options in Orlando, Myrtle Beach.
Let us know, thanks
I would suggest you just stick with renting regular hotels.
 

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You can watch the marketplace for free timeshares. Though the ones offered for free or very low costs usually have higher maintenance fees in relationship to the annual points. You won't find free timeshares on eBay, but they so sometimes have ones that are available for low costs.
 

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You can watch the marketplace for free timeshares. Though the ones offered for free or very low costs usually have higher maintenance fees in relationship to the annual points. You won't find free timeshares on eBay, but they so sometimes have ones that are available for low costs.
Yes, we are ready to pay higher maintenance for free hvgc Timeshare
 

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Yes, we are ready to pay higher maintenance for free hvgc Timeshare

That is definitely a strategy some people use to lower the upfront costs.

I just checked and there are a number of HGV units being offered for free in various locations, including Orlando and Myrtle Beach. If your not already a TUG member, you should join and browse the marketplace for yourself.

I would suggest you make sure you understand exactly what your getting and ensure that you will have enough points travel where you want.
 

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That is definitely a strategy some people use to lower the upfront costs.

I just checked and there are a number of HGV units being offered for free in various locations, including Orlando and Myrtle Beach. If your not already a TUG member, you should join and browse the marketplace for yourself.

I would suggest you make sure you understand exactly what your getting and ensure that you will have enough points travel where you want.
Yes, i joined tugs..
I am going through the tugs free listings and contacted hgvc seller. So we can agree on terms and close with lttransfer.com, will that complete the sale
 

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Sales folks are known to stretch the truth at timeshare presentations. It's always best to research, ask questions and verify before jumping into the deep end of the pool.

Timeshares are very easy to buy but some can be almost impossible to giveaway. Just look at all of the free and bargain timeshares listed on redweek, timesharenation and ebay
 

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Yes, we are ready to pay higher maintenance for free hvgc Timeshare
Why not pay for the timeshare to ensure it has lower maintenance fees? I haven't seen how the free timeshares every work out financially. They will cost you far more in the end and you can't dump them easily if you change your mind.
 

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When u say pay for the Timeshare, how much are we talking...
Say 5,000 points at Ocean Enclave, Myrtle Beach by hgvc
 

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We have seen tug hgvc marketplace and are interested to get 2 BR or 3 BR free timeshare. We are looking to options in Orlando, Myrtle Beach.
Let us know, thanks
Found a 1 BR 3840 points at Ocean Enclave, Myrtle Beach by hgvc... free on tugs. 1 week stay...
And split closing costs with seller, is this reasonable
 

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You need to do the math with your particular situation and travel style. How long do you anticipate keeping this timeshare? The longer you believe you will be keeping the timeshare, the better the economics of a lower MF/point will be.
 

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When u say pay for the Timeshare, how much are we talking...
Say 5,000 points at Ocean Enclave, Myrtle Beach by hgvc
I don't follow Myrtle Beach, but you can easily check the ads for various HGV resorts on Tug, Redweek, eBay etc. you can find what a 5000 point week or even higher goes for. Typically the MF is the same for all 1 Br units, so if you get a silver week with low points, you pay the same fee as someone who owns a Platinum week with a lot more points.
 

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Found a 1 BR 3840 points at Ocean Enclave, Myrtle Beach by hgvc... free on tugs. 1 week stay...
And split closing costs with seller, is this reasonable
It's a silver season week ownership (weeks 1-7, 48-50) - see point chart below.
It's only reasonable if you can make 3840 points work for where and when you want to stay :shrug:. Point requirements vary based on resort and time of year.

Also, don't expect lots of last minute availability at high demand resort locations during peak travel season.
High demand travel periods are usually booked as soon as the booking window opens to all club members (most at 9 months prior to checkin).

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Found a 1 BR 3840 points at Ocean Enclave, Myrtle Beach by hgvc... free on tugs. 1 week stay...
And split closing costs with seller, is this reasonable
No, free is priced too high and even splitting the closing cost. MFs will be $949.40 in 2025 plus club dues of $219 with only getting 3840 pts. You won't be able to do much with only 3840 pts. But it is your decision.
 

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It's a silver season week ownership (weeks 1-7, 48-50) - see point chart below.
It's only reasonable if you can make 3840 points work for where and when you want to stay :shrug:. Point requirements vary based on resort and time of year.

Also, don't expect lots of last minute availability at high demand resort locations during peak travel season.
High demand travel periods are usually booked as soon as the booking window opens to all club members (most at 9 months prior to checkin).

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I see this chart and makes more sense.
3840 seems too basic and doesn't give options...
Where can I see similar chart for Tuscany village in Orlando.
 

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No, free is priced too high and even splitting the closing cost. MFs will be $949.40 in 2025 plus club dues of $219 with only getting 3840 pts. You won't be able to do much with only 3840 pts. But it is your decision.
Got it... 3840 seems less now that I see chart. Atleast i can start looking at other options now. Thanks for suggestions
 

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Also in sales presentation, we were told about RCI... if we dont have enough points...
And we can pay cash to get extra week stays at other resorts. How does that work? And how do we book extra RCI stays? And what is cost?
 

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Also in sales presentation, we were told about RCI..
Please forget about this idea. You were sold an idea that can work, but usually doesn't.

I would NOT buy in Florida due to special assessments and overcapacity.


You need to start with how you want to use a timeshare. Then look at what is possible. 99% of these "free" timeshares are not a good deal. They are terrible.

You'll do it your way and I'm sure you'll make it work, but really I don't think you understand the complexity of the timeshare game enough to buy yet. That's just my jaded advice.
 

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Please forget about this idea. You were sold an idea that can work, but usually doesn't.

I would NOT buy in Florida due to special assessments and overcapacity.


You need to start with how you want to use a timeshare. Then look at what is possible. 99% of these "free" timeshares are not a good deal. They are terrible.

You'll do it your way and I'm sure you'll make it work, but really I don't think you understand the complexity of the timeshare game enough to buy yet. That's just my jaded advice.
If not free to, what is the next best option to buy hgvc?
 

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Some think Scottland is the best, potneital for MAX, II and RCI. - I don't have this, easy to buy resale from HGVC sales office on site.
I like GPX on some Marbrisa deeds.

The main thing is initial cost, how many points and ongoing expenses (referred to as $/MF, some target $0.10/pt or less).

The market is illiquid and some things come and go quickly or there can be one off listings that are a good deal. Its just alot of digging.
 
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