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news Timeshare Message Boards and Chat Rooms For those who already own a timeshare or are considering purchasing timeshare property, timeshare message boards and online chat rooms can be excellent resources for information and advice. However, as with any online forum, it is important to exercise caution and good judgment when participating in these message board […]
Consumer protection advocates have long railed against “forced arbitration” clauses, which are binding agreements forcing consumers to waive their right to take part in group legal actions, such as class action lawsuits, in order to attain employment with a company, or to make use of its products or services. Opponents of forced arbitration had reason […]
Consumer Protection Understanding Timeshare Sales Licensing In the dynamic world of real estate, timeshare sales hold a unique position. Selling timeshares involves a different set of rules and regulations compared to traditional real estate transactions. In the United States, the licensing requirements for timeshare sales vary greatly from state to state, making it a somewhat complex field […]
timeshare Timeshares originally rose as, ostensibly, a way for harried or cash-strapped consumers to access a lower-cost, lower-hassle vacation. Today, there are many other options for consumers looking to travel easily on a budget, from a surplus of free apps to time-saving travel agencies […]
The lawyers at Finn Law Group often receive questions regarding what happens to a timeshare after the owner passes away. A typical question is: “If I own a timeshare when I die, will my children automatically inherit it? Will they have to pay the ongoing maintenance fees and […]
Another week, another fascinating piece of consumer protection news unfolding in our home state. A Florida woman is facing charges for allegedly selling fraudulent cruise vouchers to at least nine consumers, according to this report from Bay News 9. The woman, Janet Bender, 54, of Largo, was arrested in early May on seven counts of […]
We tend to think of timeshares in terms of how they impact consumers in the United States, particularly in our home base of Florida. But the timeshare is a worldwide phenomenon, as evidenced by a fascinating recent blog post from Worldwide Timeshare Hypermarket, which bills itself as “Europe’s leading timeshare resale company.” The piece – “Brexit […]
In what is an all-too familiar story for those of us who follow the timeshare industry, two Wisconsin men have been charged with theft and forgery in connection with their management of WinCorp Platinum, Inc., which is based in Portage, Wisconsin. The men, Jason Klidies, 36, and Neil Davey, 36, were charged with “seven counts […]
Timeshares first rose to prominence within the travel industy because they claimed to offer a lower-cost vacation solution. But in the digital age, there are all sorts of options available to cost-conscious travelers hoping to travel somewhere exotic – without breaking the bank. Whether your next travel plans include a timeshare membership, a cross-country road trip […]
We’ve talked at some length before about the dangers of the timeshare resale scam, in which unsuspecting timeshare owners are tricked out of their money by scammers claiming to be involved in selling the victim’s timeshare. Recently, three Florida men allegedly involved in such a scheme targeting consumers trying to sell timeshares were charged by […]
So you’re ready to give up your timeshare. Maybe you can no longer afford the climbing annual maintenance fees, maybe you’re ready to vacation in another spot, maybe your kids are grown up and you won’t be traveling as much in the future. Whatever the reason, it’s time to let your timeshare go. You’re ready […]
Consider this scenario… Not long ago, I was stopped at a red light in my four year old, four-door sedan, when a sporty convertible pulled up alongside me, and stopped for the light. Envious, I imagined myself at the wheel of the convertible, and as I pulled […]
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