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Re: Getting rid of your timeshare (by Don P.):

That is one of my points. If the resort agrees that the timeshare has no value then they should stop selling timeshares completely. The timeshare industry can't have it both ways. Selling a product that is worhtless as soon as the buyer purchases it doesn't say much for the industry. They came up with a new twist. That is selling points. To me points have no real value. You don't own anything but a promise. The resorts can decide not to book your reservation based on how many points you purchased and hold you ransom to buy more points. They can also raise the number of points needed to book a week at a nice resort. The buyer has no protection. This is why I am promoting the National Timeshare Owners Association to give owners a voice in the industry. There is strength in numbers. Look how the National Rifle Association influences legislation in this country. We need a strong lobby to protect owners rights. Until that day arrives I would advise anyone I know not to but into the timeshare industry. Just go to sites like Redweek and rent rather than obligate yourself to future fees. I am a paid member of the NTOA. I put my money where my mouth is. It's a small price to pay to help protect my investment.