From empty promises of a luxury vacation to resale buyers who disappear, timeshare scams are a major financial misadventure, and an extensive challenge to the timeshare industry. Fear not: proven strategies, along with careful research, can keep you protected.
The timeshare industry is a complex and often contentious one, with countless stories of owners hoping to exit timeshares that no longer serve their needs. In recent years, a slew of companies who promised to assist with timeshare exits have emerged, but their practices have been increasingly scrutinized. One such company, Timeshare Exit Team, faced […]
Cognitive biases are common mental shortcuts that we all rely on to make quick decisions in our daily lives. However, certain biases like anchoring bias and confirmation bias can have harmful effects on timeshare owners. This summary of my original article from ResortTrades emphasizes the influence of these biases on timeshare resales, rentals, and how […]
As the new year arrives, odds are your maintenance bill deadline is en route, too. Read on for info on fees and club dues, plus inside info on how the major brands are changing (or not changing) their fees in a year unlike any other.
Whether you’re a timeshare pro or a new owner, you’ve probably got more than a passing familiarity with timeshare maintenance fees. But how do maintenance fees affect your ownership when purchasing, and what should you consider in the long run? Read on for info on fees and club dues, plus tips on covering your fees […]
After canceling and postponing trips earlier this year, people are starting to plan and take vacations again – albeit with a sensible degree of caution. As travel restrictions start to ease, timeshare companies like KOALA are poised to offer guests the same luxurious accommodations they love, with the additional peace of mind that comes with […]
Did you know that you’re still responsible if someone else is staying in your timeshare? Paying fees for an unused timeshare can already be stressful. That’s why KOALA is the FIRST and ONLY timeshare rental platform that protects you with $1M of host insurance. Because listing and renting your unused timeshare should be easy peasy, […]
Vacation ownership is a lifestyle purchase that can provide years of happy travel memories and a happy ownership exit is one that leaves your credit score smiling too. Check out our helpful tips on how to get out of a timeshare without ruining your credit.
KOALA Cofounder Mike Kennedy on how timeshare lost product-market fit (and what to do about it)
As travel picks up, what key factors are travelers taking into account when planning their next vacation?