Anyone have experience with Marriott vacation club timeshares. Family member is looking at buying and don't think it's good idea. They do appear to have a new structure and pricing system that doesn't

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We have done the promotional weekend + sales presentation three times (Newport Coast Villas, Tahoe, and Maui), but have never purchased. Of all time share options, it's pretty strong because it's a point system and you can vacation at any SPG/Marriott property globally vs. being tied to a specific city/unit in traditional models. The value is clearly there over time (assuming you will vacation at least once a year), but you have to have the excess capital to buy it in the first place.

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Buy them on the SECONDARY market if you're interested. Also keep in mind they can dilute the points and up the maintenance fees.

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Doesn't seem half bad. Just wondering if there are any hidden catches or if anyone has experience with their new system?

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Oddly enough I’m on the bus rn and the person next to me just was saying to the bus driver how much she loves it and goes to Aruba every year lol

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We did Hilton Grand Vacation. Hindsight I would compare to the secondary market. Checkout RedWeek

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Agreed, it seems pretty solid in regards to timeshares and I can actually see getting your value out of it

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I'll look at those other two to compare, thanks for sharing

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So follow up question here - why do they make you sign up same day? They bring you out to the hotel let you stay for basically free, wine and dine you. Then you have the presentation and at the end of it you have to sign the contract or reject the offer. I'm looking at the contract and it is definitely favorable to Marriott of course, but that forceful mentality scares me. Any insight here?

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Sales on the spot happen more than anyone doing research or thinking

You can still buy after I believe but they usually throw in a few extra discounts when you're there in person. They also believe that is the most likely situation where you'll pull the trigger because you've experienced the property for a couple days vs. deciding when you go home and reality hits and you question whether it's worth it. Like any sales, consulting included, it's easier to get the decision face to face.

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Thanks. Kind of seemed like a pressure tactic, which makes me doubt if it's a good company / deal, but if you look at it like that I guess it makes sense

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It’s an open ended vacation commitment. Circumstances change and then it may not be a great idea. In the world of VBRO a lot of the timeshare appeal is gone. Take a look at VBRO in their dream area and you may see that the cost is close and if you decide not to go one year you don’t pay

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