UncleBuck
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and some telemarket timeshares.
I was poor, but a GOP die-hard: How I finally left the politics of shame
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Padawanbater2
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"In my second tour of duty, I grew in rank and my circumstances improved."
You're implying he is a "fuck up" because he needed government assistance
Were they gone or did they just not really care?
Blunted 4 lyfe
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I guess time shares are different than Vacation club, I own a vacation package (Sol Melia) and I get calls to sell my "slot" all the time.
But unlike time shares I can use my "slot" any time of the year as many times I want in the same year (max of 50 slots). Paid $19,000 12 years ago, just pay the maintenance fee $800 @ year. You can go anywhere in the world all inclusive/vip.
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ThickStemz
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Vacation club is a meaningless concept. It can be timeshare, it can be a membership. Not saying they're not good products, it's just the term doesn't mean anything.
The old fixed week systems did suck in timeshare. I sell for Wyndham, which is the largest company in the Industry. They developed the points system.
A wyndham owner can travel just like you, and they don't pay maintenance fees, unless they're stupid.
From my experience those calls tell me you own timeshare that calls itself vacation club. The new industry term is vacation ownership for points systems. But that's why you get the calls because your deed or certificate of ownership is registered at some courthouse and is public record.
Don't sell it. 9 out of 10 or better of those calls are scams.
texasjack
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I have Worldmark which gives me ownership of time at a bunch of places so probably similar albeit not "VIP" haha. Paid 17K I think.
ThickStemz
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Wyndham bought world mark last year.
You're going to see some nice changes before too long.
texasjack
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Like what? Right now my only complaint is that the properties tend to be concentrated in the western half of the US and Australia for some reason. But then with RCI it doesn't really matter to me.
NLXSK1
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The other option is waiting for the government to make you wealthy. That only happens to the politicians!!
bearkat42
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Your party considers you a failure, because you're clearly not very good at pulling yourself up by those bootstraps.
NLXSK1
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LOL!!! My party is independent and I just started my own company. Made more money than I think I ever have in a single day on Friday. Would you like some lessons?
bearkat42
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I made $168k last year. Do you want lessons?
NLXSK1
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Impossible, you are opressed!!!
bearkat42
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Yep, now just imagine if I wasn't. I succeed in spite of America's policies, not because of.
MuyLocoNC
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You forgot the decimal. I brought in some reality and corrected your post.
The idiot in the story is a complete loser. One dropout idiot knocked up another dropout idiot (that's what we call the democrat base) and had hard times. Boo fucking hoo.
But, it was his political affiliation that was to blame?
I should be stepping over their rotting corpses in the street, they deserve nothing more.
Fogdog
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Another conservative to watch out for. Grab your wallet and hang on when a conservative like you smiles and says hello.
And you encourage people to do all the homework too? Do you point them to this site?
https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0073-timeshares-and-vacation-plans
Especially read the last line from the section pasted below.
Anybody that goes through the homework listed in the FTC site for timeshares wouldn't do it. Especially foreign timeshare purchases.
One of Trumps scams was a timeshare in Mexico. Boy did he burn people on that one. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trump_Ocean_Resort_Baja_Mexico
Before You Buy a Timeshare
In calculating the total cost of a timeshare or vacation plan, include mortgage payments and expenses, like travel costs, annual maintenance fees and taxes, closing costs, broker commissions, and finance charges. Maintenance fees can rise at rates that equal or exceed inflation, so ask whether your plan has a fee cap. You must pay fees and taxes, regardless of whether you use the unit.
To help evaluate the purchase, compare these costs with the cost of renting similar accommodations with similar amenities in the same location for the same time period. If you find that buying a timeshare or vacation plan makes sense, comparison shopping is your next step.
- Evaluate the location and quality of the resort, as well as the availability of units. Visit the facilities and talk to current timeshare or vacation plan owners about their experiences. Local real estate agents also can be good sources of information. Check for complaints about the resort developer and management company with the state Attorney General and local consumer protection officials.
- Research the track record of the seller, developer, and management company before you buy. Ask for a copy of the current maintenance budget for the property. Investigate the policies on management, repair, and replacement furnishings, and timetables for promised services. You also can search online for complaints.
- Get a handle on all the obligations and benefits of the timeshare or vacation plan purchase. Is everything the salesperson promises written into the contract? If not, walk away from the sale.
- Don’t act on impulse or under pressure. Purchase incentives may be offered while you are touring or staying at a resort. While these bonuses may present a good value, the timing of a purchase is your decision. You have the right to get all promises and representations in writing, as well as a public offering statement and other relevant documents.
- Study the paperwork outside of the presentation environment and, if possible, ask someone who is knowledgeable about contracts and real estate to review it before you make a decision.
- Get the name and phone number of someone at the company who can answer your questions — before, during, and after the sales presentation, and after your purchase.
- Ask about your ability to cancel the contract, sometimes referred to as a “right of rescission.” Many states — and maybe your contract — give you a right of rescission, but the amount of time you have to cancel may vary. State law or your contract also may specify a “cooling-off period” — that is, how long you have to cancel the deal once you’ve signed the papers. If a right of rescission or a cooling-off period isn’t required by law, ask that it be included in your contract.
- If, for some reason, you decide to cancel the purchase — either through your contract or state law — do it in writing. Send your letter by certified mail, and ask for a return receipt so you can document what the seller received. Keep copies of your letter and any enclosures. You should receive a prompt refund of any money you paid, as provided by law.
- Use an escrow account if you’re buying an undeveloped property, and get a written commitment from the seller that the facilities will be finished as promised. That’s one way to help protect your contract rights if the developer defaults. Make sure your contract includes clauses for “non-disturbance” and “non-performance.” A non-disturbance clause ensures that you’ll be able to use your unit or interval if the developer or management firm goes bankrupt or defaults. A non-performance clause lets you keep your rights, even if your contract is bought by a third party. You may want to contact an attorney who can provide you with more information about these provisions.
bearkat42
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Got it.
Blunted 4 lyfe
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I got my vacation club down in Costa Rica through my friends advice, who's wife is a lawyer. She made sure we had a 10 cooling off period so when we got back we could consult a lawyer of our choice.
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UncleBuck
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you scrubbing shit off of pools for $20 a pop again?
let me know when you make $7k in a day, like i did yesterday.
so angry and homicidal. you might not be fit for gun ownership with mental problems like you have.
ThickStemz
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They always tell us to trash international ownerships. But never tell us why.
I would say that I wouldn't want to own on an island or in Florida for hurricane reasons. Nor would I want to own in Mexico. But I've been to Costa Rica and they seem stable enough to where I think you did ok.
Blunted 4 lyfe
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Thanks, good to now. I felt confident I made a good choice but it's reassuring to hear that from someone in the business.
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