You may have bought a timeshare with the intention of using it every year when you take your vacation. But what if you can no longer afford your timeshare? Can you sell a timeshare? What's the best way to sell a timeshare? Should you sell a timeshare on your own or with the help of the timeshare…
ThinkGlink Radio Show for Apr 3, 2009
On the March 29 Ilyce Glink Show, Ilyce discussed her recent visit to Palm Springs and a timeshare presentation she attended while there. She also discussed the latest news about the stock market and took listener calls. Among the calls: Mike, who filed for bankruptcy related to divorce and who now…
Timeshare Decision Includes Costs And Vacation Benefits
When you like to take an annual vacation you may decide to consider buying a timeshare. Is buying a timeshare worth it? When you're trying to decide whether to buy a timeshare, you should consider how much it will cost and how much you spend on a vacation on an annual basis. You can consider a…
Today on the Ilyce Glink Show - March 29, 2009
Today on the Ilyce Glink Show, we're going to talk about timeshares. I spent some time with some timeshare folks earlier this week, hearing the pitch! It was fascinating and compelling - but I didn't bite.
But I understand why so many people -- thousands at this particular development in Palm Springs…
Getting Rid Of A Timeshare FAQ
Getting rid of a timeshare can be difficult and and stressful and may never happen. Try Internet resources to help sell your timeshare. You may have to discount the price drastically to get rid of your timeshare. Consider options like giving your timeshare to a charity instead of selling your…
Selling a timeshare can be difficult and and stressful and may never happen. Try Internet resources to help sell your timeshare. You may have to discount the price drastically to sell your timeshare. Consider options like giving your timeshare to a charity instead of selling your timeshare.
Once you've bought into a timeshare, it's tough to get out. Here are a few ideas to try for selling and renting timeshares.
Inheritance Timeshares: How To Resell
If you are the administrator of an estate, what is the best way to resell timeshares that were part of the deceased's assets and the inheritance of the deceased's beneficiaries? Timeshares are very difficult to resell. You may want to timeshares to the heirs as part of their inheritance and having…
Timeshare Company Files For Bankruptcy
A timeshare company has filed for bankruptcy. Even though the timeshare company has filed for bankruptcy, payments on timeshares still need to be made as normal. If the timeshare developer is in financial trouble, you may experience problems with the overall experience of owning your timeshare.
Signing Quit Claim Deed Removes Late Wifes Name From Title
A woman married to a widower wants to put her name on the title of her husband's home and delete his late wife's name. She can add her name to the title using a quit claim deed. But, because the home is pre-marital property, the husband may not want to add his wife to the title so the property can…
Timeshare Companies Facing Financial Trouble
Timeshare companies are affected in this poor real estate market, too. If you have an interest in a timeshare, you have a responsibility to pay your monthly maintenance expenses, real estate taxes and other fees associated with the timeshare. While the timeshare developer or the timeshare operator…
ThinkGlink Radio Show for Dec 30, 2007
Today on the Ilyce Glink show, Ilyce talked about selling timeshares, and some last-minute things you can do to lower your taxes next April 15th. She also answered questions on new car financing, paying for college, switching careers, and using IRA cash to invest in real estate. Don't forget to…
ThinkGlink Radio Show for Oct 14, 2007
Today on the Ilyce Glink show, Ilyce talked about the new version of "The Game of Life," the classic HASBRO game, which has replaced the use of with credit cards. Since kids as young as 9 play the game, Ilyce wondered if that was a good thing. It's the game she's going to buy for all of her older…
We had a call this morning on the show about selling a timeshare. You should know a couple of things about timeshares:
Some people like 'em, some people don't use 'em, but timeshares are really difficult to resell or unload. They're even tough to give away.
Buying a timeshare is not like buying real…
I'm in Los Angeles, attending the Society of American Business Editors and Writers (www.sabew.org, SABEW) annual conference. Since we're staying at the Disneyland Hotel, in Anaheim, Walt Disney Company President Bob Iger came to speak to us this morning about where Disney is headed and how he sees…
Timeshare Inheritance: Pay Property Taxes
When you get a timeshare inheritance you're responsible for property taxes and maintenance as if it were real property. Even if you don't want the timeshare, you're responsible for property taxes and maintenance until you can sell the timeshare. To determine what to do with the timeshare you may…
ThinkGlink Radio Show for Feb 18, 2007
This week on the Ilyce Glink Show, Ilyce talked about her trip to Cancun and the lingering effects of the Hurricane. She also talked about the membership in a vacation points club that she was offered, and how she thinks about decisions like vacation clubs and timeshares. Michael called in and asked…
Real Estate Minute: Looking To Get Rid Of A Timeshare?
Real Estate Minute with Ilyce Glink Looking To Get Rid Of A Timeshare? Original Air Date: August 23, 2006
Timeshare Forgotten In Divorce
A timeshare investor forgot about a debt owed on a timeshare that she and her ex-husband purchased before their divorce. She does owe the money for the timeshare, and it will start to affect her credit history, if it hasn't already. All consumers should think very carefully before purchasing…
If you're interested in purchasing a timeshare, check out Internet resources like timeshares.com or eBay's timeshare division.
Use Home Equity Loan To Pay Off Timeshare
A timeshare owner is enjoying their property, but not their 17% interest rate. Taking money out of their home equity to pay off the timeshare or getting a personal loan are better solutions. A home equity line of credit or a home equity loan would cost anywhere from 6.5 percent to 9 percent.
Backing Out of Timeshare is Difficult
Timeshare seminars could be a way to get into an investment property. But they can also turn out to be a scam. In this case, after the buyers changed their mind, the timeshare company won't return the down payment. If you find yourself in a situation that seems like a scam, contact the Better…
Planning a vacation? If so, watch out for vacation scams. Here are some of the top travel scams that are out there and how you can avoid being conned.
Timeshare Seized For Late Payment
Timeshare properties are rather unique and the association may have greater powers to enforce their rights to collect unpaid bills that you otherwise might be used to. Your timeshare documents should indicate what your responsibilities are in paying bills.
Real Estate Gift Must Include Willing Receiver
Giving the gift of real estate or investment property requires a willing giver and a willing taker. A person cannot gift property if the person they are giving to declines the real estate gift. If the receiver accepts the gift, he or she is responsible for all taxes, fees and payments associated…
