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[annalytical Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close annalytical]

Newbie - Intro

Hello everyone. My name is Allie and I live in northern California (just moved from the east coast). I purchased my 1st timeshare (4bdrm lockout) a couple of months ago on the resale market, primarily with the intent of trading via points for deposit. I also own a RTU via Club Trinidad that I found in the classifieds on this site, purchased to facilitate the PFD. So far, everything has worked out. I did a lot of research before purchasing and I've found a lot of the comments on this forum helpful.

I'm looking for help with Worldmark. I my weeks ts is in Virginia, which was great when I was on the east coast. Since I've moved, I was hoping to add another TS that is primarily west cost (but not the desert). I am certainly wanting to buy in the resale market, but am having trouble finding information on the differences between retail and resale benefits. Of course the sales person from Worldmark tells me that I lose all sorts of benefits, but I'm hoping that the people here can help point me in the right direction.

Allie

[kapish Super Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close kapish]

Hi Allie,

Welcome to Northern California and the Timeshare Forums. Myself and several others are WorldMark owners. Buying WorldMark in the resale market is the best way as the credits cost about half as much as credits from the developer.

There are a few benefits we may not get if the credits are purchased in the resale market, however the price difference far out weighs those benefits.

On July 14th, a lot of the Northern California Timeshare owners are getting together for a luncheon in Concord California. We would love to have you join in the fun and talk with other TS owners including WM owners. Details here ...

[Fern Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Fern]

And its only a couple blocks off I-680, so its not that far from Sacramento.

If only were were going to be in California in July...maybe some of you could come out here instead? Its only 101º right now.

Fern

[annalytical Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close annalytical]

Thank you for the information. I've added the event to my calendar. Dan (my better half) and I will certainly do our very best to attend.

Allie

[whodat Member Find all posts View Profile Close whodat]

Hello all. My name is Eric. I live in MD and I come to this site but focus on the 'Ask SFX' section. I own a double lockout unit during week 33 @ Greensprings Plantation (Williamsburg, VA) and have used SFX to successfully trade into St. Maarten (Atrium) and the Caymans (Morritt's) in the year I've used (SFX). Actually they helped me out of a huge jam I had with Greensprings so I'm a SFXer for sure for trades.
On another note, my t/s was the result of a divorce so I'm footin maintenance bill alone. Not to mention I really can't use all of a double unit that sleeps 12! If anybody is interested in trading, please feel free to contact me. I'm using it this year but I'm open to options for 08. I LOVE the Caribbean *hint, hint*

[sideshowbob72 Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close sideshowbob72]

Just starting the process

My wife Debi and I live in Southern California with our 4 year old son and have heard some good things about timeshares from my sister, my father-in-law and a number of friends.

While we were in Hawaii recently, we attended a Fairfield/Wyndham presentation. While we did not buy a timeshare (Waikiki was not for us), we are now the proud owners of 300,000 Fairfield Plus points. We loved our visit to Maui, Kauai looks inviting as well and maybe the Big Island.

We would like to be able to travel more (I get 5 weeks of vacation a year), especially to Hawaii, so a timeshare might be good for us.

While researching the whole thing, I came across this forum, and it has been very informative as I try to find out the good and bad about timeshares and the best resort chain for us and our young son.

The one thing that comes though time and time again is, buy resale. I still have a lot to learn: what is a reasonable MF, which is better a 2 bedroom EOY or a 1br every year and many more questions too numerous to mention now.

We plan another trip this fall and maybe we can check out a few resorts while we are there.

Thanks for any help here and in any other forums I may pop up in,

Bob

[tonyg Goomba & Super Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close tonyg]

Ask away. At 15 posts (or a little time therafter) you will get to see our sightings board which may help you pick up a gem of an exchange.

[CC_dad Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close CC_dad]

While we were in Hawaii recently, we attended a Fairfield/Wyndham presentation. While we did not buy a timeshare (Waikiki was not for us), we are now the proud owners of 300,000 Fairfield Plus points.

The one thing that comes though time and time again is, buy resale. I still have a lot to learn: what is a reasonable MF, which is better a 2 bedroom EOY or a 1br every year and many more questions too numerous to mention now.

Thanks for any help here and in any other forums I may pop up in,

Bob

Any MFs below $4.00 per thousand FF/Wyn points is pretty good.

Try joining the Fairfield HOA here and also the Yahoo FF Timeshare group. There are plenty of FF owners willing to help with any questions that come up.

[rainy~daze21 Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close rainy~daze21]

new here--joined TUG awhile ago, researching all I can to be ready to buy.Currently only have my moms to do exchanges with, but it doesn't get the best results---Carriage House Pocono Manor with II.
Hope to learn a lot here!!

[Holly in South Jersey Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Holly in South Jersey]

My intro

Hi! I'm Holly from South Jersey, and I just registered today. I know very little about timeshares, but I'm interested in learning.
My daughter and son in law were recently deeded a floating week at the Flagship in AC, and they had 3 weeks to use- they got it from my son in law's parents, who never used it.
We decided on the spur of the moment last month to go visit my brother in Fla, and take the grandchildren to Disney. Heather got on the internet, and got 2 one bedroom units at Star Island.
What a fabulous place! First time any of us had stayed in a timeshare. My other two daughters are seriously considering getting one, so I volunteered to be the researcher. I started out browsing ebay, then googling, and ended up here!

The girls (who are 24 and 26) are in no rush to buy, they want me to read a lot before they commit to anything. I'm more of a reader than a poster, but as I think of questions I'll ask.

Thanks for letting me join your group!

Holly

[katiemack Super Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close katiemack]

Hi Holly,

Welcome to TS4M's and you will get lots of help here! Ask any question...never be afraid to ask a question, even three times if you need to!

Remember, now that you are getting the TS bug, control the fever, remembering the rules:'

BUY RESALE.

BUY where you want to visit ... not for trading, but if you want to also trade, be sure to buy what will maximize that chance.

Ask about any TS's here, we know them, and we will help you find the one you want to own.

Good luck with your research and , glad to have you join in!

[taffy19 Gold Contributor Find all posts View Profile Close taffy19]

Welcome to TS4MS "rainy~daze21" and "Holly in South Jersey"!

You came to the right place as some members here are very knowledgeable and helpful too.

[arlene22 Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close arlene22]

[SIGN]Welcome to TS4Ms![/SIGN]
(from a fellow New Jerseyan)

[lonewolf223 Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close lonewolf223]

Hello, I'm Jerry from SoCal. My wife Martha and I have been into the timeshare
deal for 22 years and have had nothing but good luck and happy memories.

We have no children and have been married for going on 23 years. Glad to have (finally) found this forum.

Looking forward to exchanging info on timeshare desinations.

HAPPY FOURTH!

[mshatty Super Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close mshatty]

Welcome Jerry!

With all of that TS experience, I know you will be able to help others here. Thanks for joining. We look forward to having you participate.