The truth is, cancellation companies have no legitimate method to get consumers out of their timeshare contracts and therefore cannot provide any bona fide service. If a consumer desires to end their timeshare ownership, the only safe and legal way to do this is directly with their developer.

Can I legally cancel my timeshare?

While it’s usually not necessary to provide a reason for canceling the timeshare contract, you do need to explicitly state that the purpose of the letter is to rescind the contract. A statement like “I am contacting you within the rescission period to cancel this timeshare contract” will usually work.

How much does timeshare cancellation cost?

Costs to Get Out of a Timeshare On average, it costs about $5,000 to $6,000 and takes 12–18 months to get out of your timeshare contract using a timeshare exit company. But the cost and the timeframe can vary depending on a number of factors including, how many contracts are attached to your timeshare.

Are there any legitimate timeshare resale companies out there?

Timeshare scams are at an all-time high, especially when they come as timeshare resales scams. We have a full list below. You’ll find timeshare resale companies under investigation, as well as legitimate timeshare resale companies. Many names are tossed around, such as RCI Resorts, Westgate, Wyndham, Timeshare Exit, or Redweek.

Why did my timeshare resort run out of money?

The timeshare was going to run out of money, thanks to the inevitable aging-out of its original owner base and other factors tied to a local economy that was still recovering from the market and mortgage crash of 2008. With 5,000-plus deeds outstanding, the HOA owned 1,000 intervals it could not monetize.

What happens to your points when you sell a timeshare?

At the end of the day, your points will generally translate to a percent ownership of a unit in a property somewhere in the world. That formula is important for the timeshare companies, because they use it to understand how many units or points they have to sell.

How long can you Change Your Mind on a timeshare?

As a general rule, state law will also protect your purchase. That means you’ll have some time afterwards (typically seven days) to change your mind. One TPG reader, Andrew, purchased an allotment of points from Wyndham during a timeshare presentation.