Good Day -
New user here and thankful for all the information on the site. We were recently sold a Wyndham points plan while at Bonnet Creek but thanks to TUG, we have rescinded. I have seen the following survey on a couple of other posts, but didn't see the source of the survey for any other guidance. Please feel free to let me know if more information is needed. We are new to timeshares, in general, and can see the value after a good understanding is in place on how they work best.
1) Is there a vacation destination you wish to visit most of the time or on a regular basis? if so where?
No, but I'd say we prefer beach locations. We'd also like to do more international travel.
2) Do you want to visit your home resort at least half the time, or do you want to trade more than half the time?
Most likely trade more than half the time, but also wouldn't be opposed to going to same location if we love it.
3) What are your 5 top trade destinations?
CA
FL
NY
DC
International (TBD)
(Side note - We live near Pittsburgh, PA)
4) How many people do you usually travel with - total, including yourself?
4 in immediate family, but would like to have other family join as well, on occasion. Total not likely to exceed 6-8.
5) Can you travel any time, or are you locked into the school schedule?
We have two kids in school, so travel would likely be during various breaks. We would be open to taking them out during outside of a break, once in a while.
6) Can you make firm plans 12 or more mos. in advance?
Yes
7) Can you vacation for a full week at a time?
Yes
8) What level of accommodations do you prefer on a scale of 1 to 5 stars?
We're not real picky, but probably 3 or higher.
9) How much can you afford to spend upfront, without financing?
20K, but will want to purchase resale for best value
10) How much can you afford to spend every year for a maintenance fee that will come due right after Christmas, and increase each year?
2500/year
11) Are you a detail oriented planner?
Yes
12) Do you understand that once you buy a timeshare, it may be very difficult to sell or give away, and you are responsible for all fees, until you do?
Yes
Also, with the understanding that the timeshare business is not meant as an investment, we are interested in flexibility in renting out to cover maintenance fees and maybe even a profit to cover other travel expenses.
With some initial research, Marriott and Wyndham look attractive. We're in no hurry to purchase, so research will continue and we'll plan to make a purchase later this year, after more comfortable with all the options.
Lastly, are there better times to purchase resale throughout the year? I imagine purchasing now, through Summer, might not be optimal but just a thought with maybe little basis.
New user here and thankful for all the information on the site. We were recently sold a Wyndham points plan while at Bonnet Creek but thanks to TUG, we have rescinded. I have seen the following survey on a couple of other posts, but didn't see the source of the survey for any other guidance. Please feel free to let me know if more information is needed. We are new to timeshares, in general, and can see the value after a good understanding is in place on how they work best.
1) Is there a vacation destination you wish to visit most of the time or on a regular basis? if so where?
No, but I'd say we prefer beach locations. We'd also like to do more international travel.
2) Do you want to visit your home resort at least half the time, or do you want to trade more than half the time?
Most likely trade more than half the time, but also wouldn't be opposed to going to same location if we love it.
3) What are your 5 top trade destinations?
CA
FL
NY
DC
International (TBD)
(Side note - We live near Pittsburgh, PA)
4) How many people do you usually travel with - total, including yourself?
4 in immediate family, but would like to have other family join as well, on occasion. Total not likely to exceed 6-8.
5) Can you travel any time, or are you locked into the school schedule?
We have two kids in school, so travel would likely be during various breaks. We would be open to taking them out during outside of a break, once in a while.
6) Can you make firm plans 12 or more mos. in advance?
Yes
7) Can you vacation for a full week at a time?
Yes
8) What level of accommodations do you prefer on a scale of 1 to 5 stars?
We're not real picky, but probably 3 or higher.
9) How much can you afford to spend upfront, without financing?
20K, but will want to purchase resale for best value
10) How much can you afford to spend every year for a maintenance fee that will come due right after Christmas, and increase each year?
2500/year
11) Are you a detail oriented planner?
Yes
12) Do you understand that once you buy a timeshare, it may be very difficult to sell or give away, and you are responsible for all fees, until you do?
Yes
Also, with the understanding that the timeshare business is not meant as an investment, we are interested in flexibility in renting out to cover maintenance fees and maybe even a profit to cover other travel expenses.
With some initial research, Marriott and Wyndham look attractive. We're in no hurry to purchase, so research will continue and we'll plan to make a purchase later this year, after more comfortable with all the options.
Lastly, are there better times to purchase resale throughout the year? I imagine purchasing now, through Summer, might not be optimal but just a thought with maybe little basis.
