Disney Vacation Club- resale brochure..

[rikkis_playpen Diamond Club Contributor Find all posts View Profile Close rikkis_playpen]

I just finished uploading my DVC brochure, with info on the resale process, resort profiles, Disney Vacation Club point charts, closing agents, etc..

It's intended to be an introductory collateral piece for individuals just starting to learn about DVC.

I'd appreciate any comments you may have..

Disney Vacation Club- Resale Brochure

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

I'm currently researching timeshares and DVC. Overall it is a nice brochere, but I see some red flags:

On page 2 the author does make mention of the RCI program, but neglects to tell readers that there is an exchange fee associated with the program. That DVC "perk" sounds so nice until you learn that you have to pay extra for an exchange. This consumer does not like hidden fees.

On Page 3 the author states that DVC owners can bank and borrow points. Does Disney have the right to cancel that policy at any time?

On page 3, the author states that points can be used at any DVC resort, but the author neglects to mention the reservation window for a "home" resort is different than the reservation at another DVC resort. Say I own at Grand Californian. I have an 11 month window there, but I only have a seven month window at other DVC resorts. Now, the author does mention this in "the purchase process for a DVC resale" sidebar on page 15. Why not be up front about this on page 3? Why does this have to be buried in the back of the brochere?

I also see a lot of these claims/opinions: "The DVC is one of the world's most respected . . . ", "You deserve the best and DVC is the best in the industry!", etc.

The DVC is respected by whom? This real estate company (that is trying to sell me a timeshare)? Consumer Reports Magazine, a timeshare trade magazine, the Better Business Bureau? Financial planning experts in the business world?

DVC is the best in the industry? Who made that determination?

Logically speaking I am very wary of claims or opinions that are not backed up by solid evidence.

I might have missed it, but I did not see this disclaimer on the brochere:
"THIS ADVERTISING MATERIAL IS BEING USED FOR THE PURPOSE OF SOLICITING SALES OF TIMESHARE INTERESTS"

This is a major red flag. Aren't timeshare salesmen required by law to have this disclaimer on all promotional brocheres? Did I miss it?

On page 15 there is a grammatical error (in bold) in the ROFR section:

"While the ROFR process can be frusturating to a buyer, the end result is positive for all owners - as the fact the Disney has a long history . . . "

Disclaimer: The above post is my opinion, and my opinion alone. I speak only for myself. My opinions should not be interpreted as fact.

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

The DVC is respected by whom? This real estate company (that is trying to sell me a timeshare)? Consumer Reports Magazine, a timeshare trade magazine, the Better Business Bureau? Financial planning experts in the business world?

DVC is the best in the industry? Who made that determination?

This brochure is not the first time I've seen that claim, and I've often wondered "by what standard" myself. Half the people I hear say that also seem to believe that Disney originated point systems , so I don't expect them to really know, but I'd expect more of a sales brochure. When salespeople don't credit sources, they lose credibility with me. Salespeople are supposed to believe their product is the best; it's when they can show me people who aren't selling agree with them that those statements have meaning.