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Recently a television station in Portland Oregon ran a story about an older couple who had been “taken” for nearly $1,000 in their efforts to sell their timeshare. In the interview they said “We can’t really tell if they’re crooks or not. If they are a scam or not. They don’t have a license. We were told by the one outfit they’re a good outfit to work through. What do you do? You just go with it”.
 Monte Cristo Estates Mexico Timeshare I guess there was the first red flag: they weren’t licensed. When a timeshare owner decides to sell their timeshare, using a broker with a license like Stroman Realty will give you some assurance that there is some control, ethics, training, and regulation. An unsolicited inbound call (cold call) to your home from someone you don’t know is never a good way to start a business relationship. These companies will often use very shady tactics, have no physical address, hold no license to do business in any state, and so on. That sounds like a certain scam to avoid.
Stroman Realty, Inc recently published a comprehensive guide for timeshare owners on how to identify and avoid timeshare resales fraud and scams. Stroman Realty has been in the business nearly 30 years in the same location, holding the same broker’s license, has the same management, and many of the same sales agents for many many years. Take the time to read the personal letter from Wayne Stroman, President and CEO of Stroman Realty, Inc. Mr. Stroman’s credentials and Stroman Realty’s experience cannot be matched by anyone in the world when it comes to the timeshare resales industry. For example, Wayne Stroman currently is a Region 14 VP and sits on the Board of Directors for the Texas Association of REALTORS® (TAR) (2000-20010); Is Vice Chair and sits on the Board of Directors for the Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR) (1999-2001 and 2007-2009); and was HAR Secretary Treasurer 2008. In addition, Mr. Stroman is active with the Houston REALTOR® Information Service, Inc. (HRIS) and served on their Board of Directors (2002-2006). He was the HRIS Secretary-Treasurer (2002) and Vice Chairman (2003). He also sits on the Board of Directors for the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) (2003 & 2008-2009). Mr. Stroman was Chairman of the HAR International Council (2005 & 2006) and the HAR Technology Task Force for 2005. He was past Chairman of the HAR MLS Advisory Group (2003); and was a past Chairman of the HAR Statistical Information Advisory Group. Wayne Stroman and the Realtors at Stroman Realty are also involved in their community through local schools, churches, Chambers of Commerce, and more.
Check it out and see for yourself. The Realtors at Stroman Realty have the experience to get it done right the first time. Don’t fall prey to the scam artists who relentlessly call you 24/7. Stroman Realty, Inc is a broker you can count on!
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If you have ever considered selling your Marriott timeshare, you’ve probably wondered how yours would do on the resales market. From real sales data has come this list of the top ten best selling Marriott timeshares on the resales market. In the list you will notice, if you have been following this series, that Marriott Newport Coast has dropped one spot from it’s previous domination of the number one best seller. The best explanation for that is that Desert Springs Villas sales have skyrocketed and passed up Newport Coast. As a general rule, all Marriott timeshares do far better than average on the resales marketplace. The amenities, the management, and the clout they carry keep them in demand.
 Marriott Kauai Beach Club Timeshare Hawaii So here they are, the top ten best selling Marriott timeshares:
Marriott Desert Springs Villas I – Located in Palm Desert CA – Golden sunshine and unrivaled elegance are hallmarks of vacations at this resort, set on the grounds of Desert Springs Resort and Spa.
Marriott Newport Coast Villas – Marriott’’s beautiful resort is situated on a majestic bluff overlooking Newport Beach and the Pacific Ocean.
Marriott Cypress Harbour – in Orlando FL – At this resort, guests will encounter an “Old Florida” ambiance with long walkways, screened porches, and gazebos.
Marriott Desert Springs Villas II – Palm Desert CA – Marriott’’s Desert Springs Villas II offers contemporary Mediterranean-style features. The two bedroom villas include private entrances for each bedroom.
Marriott Grande Ocean Resort – Hilton Head Island SC – Hilton Head Island is world-renowned for its many professional golf courses and Marriott’s Grande Ocean sets the standard for other resorts on the island.
Marriott Maui Ocean Club – Lahaina, Maui HI – Located on one of the worlds most famous beaches is Marriott Maui Ocean Club. Amenities include golf, tennis, watersports, lavish swimming pools, waterfalls, live entertainment, health club, shopping, restaurants, children’’s activity center and much more.
Marriott Kauai Beach Club – Lihue Kauai HI – On the southern coast of Kauai, 51 tropical acres provide the garden setting for Marriott Kauai Beach Club.
Marriott Grande Vista Resort – Orlando FL – Excellent golf is the main attraction at Grande Vista, but that’s only the beginning. Villas with pivate balconies and panoramic views. The fun of Central Florida awaits you
Marriott Summit Watch – Park City UT – Located at the base of historic Main Street, Marriott’s Summit Watch is steps away from the town ski lift, in the heart of beautiful Park City.
Marriott Shadow Ridge – Palm Desert CA – The Marriott Shadow Ridge, located in the beautiful California Palm Desert, is situated among scenic fairways, lakes and mountains. These beautifully decorated two-bedroom, two-bath villas feature a fireplace and private balcony.
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Wayne Stroman – the broker at Stroman Realty – reports that the physical year ending January 31 2010 saw prices increase 1.6% over the physical year ending January 31 2009. The average adjusted price paid for a resale timeshare sold by Stroman Realty during the period just ending was $8,709.94.
“Realtors do get higher prices than a virtual website that just advertises timeshares for resale” said Stroman. “You need to place your property with a company that has a network of licensed real estate sales agents to handle buyers. TimeShareLink.com has extensive exposure and the timeshare buyer leads it generates are monitored by a network of experienced timeshare resale specialists that can aid a buyer through the purchasing processes of selection, negotiating, contracting, closing, transferring and funding. It is reassuring to know you’re in good hands with a REALTOR. How could anyone complain about the special treatment that personal service provides”.
Wayne Stroman also added a caution to prospective timeshare sellers, “Beware of those unsolicited calls you receive with offers too good to be true. Unscrupulous scam artists will tell you anything to take upfront fees out of your hands and give absolutely nothing in return.” Again, here’s another reason to trust a timeshare broker adhering to a code of ethics and the experience to get the job done right the first time.
He claims that timeshare resales require a bricks-n-mortar business to get the highest prices for consumers that want to sell their timeshares. Anyone that wants to sell or rent a timeshare should get in touch with the Stroman Realty offices.
Call 1-800-671-8962 for relief from your timeshare reselling woes!
About Stroman Realty Inc.: Stroman is the largest and oldest timeshare resale broker in the industry with over 30 years of experience. Our advertising reaches millions of potential clients annually through in-house direct mail campaigns; internet exposure; local, national and international media; timeshare auctions; co-broker and resort referrals. We sell timeshares every day and we can help you sell yours. All of our Timeshare Brokers and agents are Timeshare Resale Specialists and members of the National Association of REALTORS®.
About Wayne Stroman: Wayne Stroman currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Houston Association of REALTORS® and is Vice Chair. He also sits on the Board of Directors for the Texas Association of REALTORS® and is a Regional Vice President for Region 14. In addition, he also sits on the Board of Directors for the National Association of REALTORS®. NAR has over 1.1 million members and HAR is the largest local REALTOR® organization in the nation as well as the largest trade association in Houston with over 26,000 members.
He was Chairman of the HAR International Council (2005-2006) and the HAR Technology Task Force for (2004). He was past Chairman of the HAR MLS Advisory Group (2003); and past Chairman of the HAR Statistical Information Subcommittee (1997). He also served on the MLS Advisory Group Committee (1990-94 & 1997-2008); and the Y2K Task Force (1998-2000).
Mr. Stroman served on the TAR Issues Mobilization Committee (2005-2007); TAR Member Benefits Task Force (2005-2010), Committee Chair (2006); and was on the TAR International Task Force (2003); International Committee (2007-2010) the TAR Condominium Committee (1985); Technology Committee (2008-2010); Omega Tau Rho Fraternity Achievement Award 2004.
He was also a member of the National Association of REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service Issues and Policies Committee (2003-2005); the past Chairman of the NAR Resort Real Estate Forum (2003); and a member of the Resort and Second Home Real Estate Committee (2003 and 2006-2007); Global Business Alliances Committee (2008-2010); and CIPS Advisory Group (2007-2008).
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Have you ever had this experience? Banking your timeshare weeks only to see them disappear after a few years. Not being able to exchange those banked weeks for what you want. Getting frustrated by watching RCI and/or II rent out your banked weeks.
Why not turn the tables and rent out your timeshare week? You’ve already paid the maintenance fee and have a right to that week! Rent it out and put the cash in your pocket – not RCI or II’s.
What you need is the right advice from a timeshare professional who rents out timeshare properties for the owners while protecting the owners’ interests. You will cover the cost of your timeshare maintenance fees plus more when you rent your timeshare! I suppose you could always run an ad yourself but you need a way to cover the liability and responsibility of someone else renting your timeshare. That’s where the timeshare rental specialists at www.timesharelink.com come in. Having been in business 30 years, these guys can get the job done and get you top dollar!
Don’t let another timeshare week (and your money) burn away. Rent your timeshare for cash and you’ll be glad you did.
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It has been a long established fact that when you sell your home you will sell it for more if you use a Realtor. About 16%, according to several studies. The same is true with selling your timeshare.
 Off the Coast of Cabo San Lucas Mexico The first question most people ask when they begin the process of selling their timeshare is “how much is my timeshare worth?” or “what will my timeshare sell for?” While you might not get what you paid for it, it just makes sense to get as much as you can when you sell your timeshare. So the logical choice would be to use a Realtor to sell your timeshare. However, most Realtors may not have the experience or desire to sell a timeshare property located in another state or country or wade through the process involved through the closing. That’s where a timeshare resales specialist comes to your aid.
The Realtors at Stroman Realty, Inc have sold timeshare properties from well over 1,000 resorts around the world. You just can’t beat experience like that. And when it comes to negotiating for you, “Realtors subscribe to a strict code of ethics and are expected to maintain a higher level of knowledge of the process of buying and selling real estate.” (source)
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In your search to find a way to sell your timeshare you have probably considered several options. Running an ad yourself could be an option if you’re willing to field calls from unqualified and clueless buyers. Contacting a marketing company to run the ad for you – only to find that they don’t have the means to negotiate for you, or help with closing the deal. You may have even considered paying someone to take the timeshare from you – again, only to be disappointed to find out the title never transferred and you are left holding the deed.
Better yet, find a Realtor. Even better again, find a Realtor who is a timeshare resales specialist. A Realtor is bound by a code of ethics and receives a great deal of training on a regular basis. They also stand to make a sales commission when the sale closes – thus, the motivation to stay on top of the deal until it closes. While there may be a huge need for help in selling timeshares, not very many Realtors deal with them regularly. So a Real Estate firm like Stroman Realty, Inc would bring the most experience to work for you. Established in 1979, Stroman Realty, Inc is the most experienced broker for timeshare resales. Stroman Realty, Inc has sold timeshares from 1,338 resorts in 29 countries and from every state that has a timeshare. Here’s a link to Wayne Stroman’s bio. Nobody in the timeshare resales business can match this depth of experience.
Get it done right. Use a Realtor to sell your timeshare.
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Whether you buy a car, home, or timeshare, you can save a huge amount of money when you buy it from the owner. Buying resale always beats paying retail prices! Beyond the cost savings of buying a timeshare on the resales market here are five benefits of buying a timeshare.
 Golf Course at Wyndham (Fairfield) Pagosa The Second Home:
By owning a timeshare property instead of a second home, or vacation home, you, the owner are not responsible for upkeep, repairs, home owner’s dues, or any of these types of expense related obligations. Do note however, you will be required to pay maintenance fees or membership dues to some resorts as a way to fund the continual development and upkeep of the resort. Selecting a timeshare property as an alternative to a second home or vacation home will net significant savings due to the fact you will only use a few weeks a year.
A Destination to Enjoy:
Though some people enjoy a new destination each year for vacationing or for getting away from it all, there are those who do visit the same destination year after year. There are many reasons for this trend in vacationing and some of them are specific to scheduling, travel distance and availability while others simply fall in love with a location and return every chance they get.
Committed to Vacationing:
Would you believe that some hard working people may go years without taking a vacation? Would you believe that some people take one or more vacations every year? Unfortunately, one of the primary reasons people do not take a vacation is because of a lack of planning. As unfortunate as this may seem, the remedy is as simple as setting a date, choosing a location and preparing financially. When you own a timeshare property, in a way, you become committed to a vacation each year.
Superb Lodging:
Lodging is superb at timeshare properties because of the features and amenities that related to the comfort of your stay where the difference is less like a hotel, and more like an apartment. Some units have kitchens stocked with tableware and cooking utensils and one or more bedrooms to make your stay feel very much comfortable and convenient. And providing how much you demand of your timeshare property, the sky is the limit on what features and amenities you can request.
Lifestyle Enhancement:
When you begin your research into the timeshare market, you will undoubtedly encounter the phrase lifestyle enhancement or lifestyle improvement. This is a selling point for many of the resorts, and though it tolls aristocratically, it is accompanied by a tone of truth. By becoming committed to vacationing, you are doing something grand for yourself. A reward that you deserve. A chance to improve the quality of your life by squeezing in a well earned break for yourself and your family each year.
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