It is important to be prepared before you attend your timeshare presentation.
First, understand that the presentations are a part of the scam.
Timeshare sales presentations are known for their high-pressure and deceptive sales tactics. Timeshare companies entice potential owners to attend presentations by offering free stays, gifts, cash incentives, and more. Giving gifts during presentations and trips is the only way timeshare developers can entice people to listen to their, sometimes day-long, sales pitches. During the presentations, sales staff use controversial approaches to pressure buyers into unfavorable lifetime commitments.
Second, know the “quick” presentation is part of the sale.
Timeshare sales associates utilize numerous tactics to pressure people into purchasing, such as dragging out presentations for hours, leaving them so exhausted they will sign anything to leave.
Here are a few timeshare presentation tips:
- It’s ok to walk away! If they want you to buy today, they will be ok with you buying tomorrow.
- Don’t let them sell the sale! They will throw in the kitchen sink to get you to buy; don’t be fooled.
- We promise it will last! Don’t be pressured into making a quick decision because the space, the deal, or the week won’t last—it will.
- Don’t ignore the red flags! Offered a free gift or vacation? Get used car dealer vibes? Long presentation? Limited-time offer? If the answer is yes, your answer should be no.
Lastly, if they got you in, there could be a way to get you out.
Inquire about the “right of rescission,” the cooling-off period—a short time following a purchase that gives you the opportunity to cancel, even if you signed a contract. State laws dictate this period, but it’s typically never more than a few weeks. Find this out before you go, or ask before you sign.
If the rescission period has passed, don’t panic. Experienced timeshare exit companies can help you cancel your contract. When you are ready to eliminate your timeshare, it’s essential to do your research and work with a reputable, experienced company. Evaluate their performance, success rate, options, and cost.
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