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Re: Seeking Guidance Re: Buying at MKBC in the Resale Market. Good and Bad? (by Keith L.):
If you are looking at a resale through Marriott you have different benefits then if you buy a resale through Redweek or other. All weeks are float so you can reserve up to 12 months in advance and the earlier you reserve the more likely you get what you want. The points and other Marriott offers are not available if you do not buy through Marriott. The extra month to reserve only applies if you own multiple units and involves some other criteria also. The only trading system that Marriot has is if you join their points program. I find that the rental I can get on my unit barely offsets my annual maintenance fee so you may be ahead by just renting what you want rather than owning. Hope this helps.