Is the timeshare advice on this page free?

Yes. TUG’s advice articles are free to read and are written to help owners make smarter decisions about buying, using, renting, reselling, or exiting a timeshare.

What topics do TUG advice articles cover?

Common topics include resale vs. retail pricing, renting points/weeks, avoiding scams, cancellation and exit options, exchange systems (RCI/Interval), and tips to use your ownership efficiently.

Are these articles written by developers or salespeople?

No. These articles are written from an owner-first perspective by the Timeshare Users Group community and are designed to be independent and practical.

Where can I ask a question about my specific timeshare situation?

If you need personalized help, post your question in the TUG forums where experienced owners can respond and point you to the best resources for your brand and situation.

Does TUG provide a marketplace for resales and rentals?

Yes. TUG offers owner-to-owner classifieds tools for timeshare resales and rentals, helping owners find realistic pricing and avoid high-pressure retail sales.

Free Timeshare Advice Articles Written For Owners By Owners!

Timeshare Buying & Selling Advice!

How to Sell Your Timeshare yourself and avoid scams!
The most common question we get on a daily basis! Also the most popular page on TUG!

Get the Cold Hard Facts about Selling Your Timeshare
The ugly secret of the Timeshare Industry!

The 3 options all owners have to get rid of an unwanted Timeshare
Dont fall for scams that tell you otherwise, every owner has these 3 options

Considering a Timeshare Exit Company? Read this First!
Learn the real truth behind Timeshare Exit Companies before you throw away thousands of dollars!

Exit your Timeshare for Free - Guaranteed!
Learn how Timeshare Exit/Cancellation companies can offer such a guarantee and how you can do it yourself for free!!

Lied to During your Sales Presentation?
So many owners feel helpless after they discover they were misled by a timeshare salesman, here are your options to report it and try to get a refund!

What is my timeshare worth?
How to determine the value of your tiemshare on the resale market!

The number 1 reason why you can't Sell your Timeshare
most timeshares go unsold for this single reason

I just want to get rid of my Timeshare, can I just give it away?
if you havent yet tried to give your timeshare away for free, you need to read this!

Can I give my Timeshare back to the Resort?
This should be your first effort to dispose of an unwanted timeshare

What happens if I stop paying for my Timeshare?
Sometimes its the best option out of a choice of bad options

The Secret behind Timeshare Exit/Cancellation Companies!
Wonder how Exit companies can guarantee they can get you out of your timeshare? Heres the dirty secret!

Options for Timeshare Scam victims to Fight back!
Scammers hope you wont take the time to report the crime!

Should you buy a Timeshare new from the developer or used on the resale market?
Anyone considering buying a Timeshare should read this asap!

I just bought a new timeshare did I get a good deal?
Anyone who recently purchased a new Timeshare should read THIS asap!

How do I cancel my new Timeshare Purchase?
Yes, it is possible to cancel and get a full refund, but the window is very small!

Timeshare Scams and Other Fairy Tales owners might encounter
The most common scams that target timeshare owners today!

Is the Timeshare Company that contacted me Legitimate?
Get an email or phone call from someone about your timeshare? Its a scam, guaranteed!

How to get rid of an unwanted timeshare?
Just want out of your timeshare? Here are your options!

A company called me with an offer to buy my timeshare or rent out my bonus weeks, are they legit?
The most common scams in the industry today start with a random cold call to owners with these offers!

What is an Estoppel Letter and why would I need one?
Learn what an Estoppel letter is and why its so important

Where can I get the best price on a Timeshare resale?
Discover the resale market where owners are willing to give away timeshares for free!

TUG Timeshare Marketplace Resale and Rental statistics!
Annual statistics for successful resales and rentals on TUG!

How to survive a Timeshare Presentation
Shorten the amount of time you have to sit in the presentation and get back to your vacation!

How Westgate Resorts hides cancellation instructions for a new Timeshare
Even today we still get reports that westgate makes it difficult for you to find the instructions to legally cancel!

Timeshare Buying Checklist

Do I have to Convert my Timeshare Deeded week to Points?
Owners are commonly offered to "upgrade" or "convert" their weeks, should you?

Frequently Mentioned Legitimate Timeshare Resale and Rental Sites
Commonly used sites for owners to sell or rent a timeshare

Can I donate my Timeshare to Charity and get a Tax Deduction
Why this is a terrible idea for an owner!

Timeshare Closing requirements by US State
Great information for each individual state laws for timeshares/real estate

What is a Viking Ship or "transfer company"?
A common scam that started the current "exit/cancellation" industry scheme today!

What does ROFR Mean?
What does Right of First Refusal mean to owners?

What is Timeshare Title Insurance and when is it needed?
Great information for anyone considering paying for title insurance

Properly Transferring a Timeshare Ownership
An overview for how to transfer a timeshare ownership

For more personal help with Buying and Selling Timeshare questions, visit our free forums here: Buying and Selling Timeshares

General Timeshare Advice Articles

Timeshare Ownership Survey Results!
Nearly 1000 owners participated in this survey, check out these results!

The most frequently Asked Questions we get on TUG
We make an effort to answer each and every one!

Timesharing 101 - An introduction to Timeshares
Start here if you are brand new to Timeshares!

TUG Personal Assitance!
Wish you could talk to someone at TUG directly to get any questions answered?

What is TUG and how did it start?
The story of the very first Timeshare website on the internet!

What are Timeshare Maintenance Fees and why do I pay them?
what exactly do your annual fees cover?

What can i do to get rid of my Timeshare?
Learn how to get rid of your timeshare yourself without using an exit or cancellation company!

Income Taxes and Timeshares - Tax advice from a real CPA!
every tax season owners wonder how their timeshare impacts their return, learn from a CPA!

Multi-Year Timeshare Planning Calendar - Convert week numbers to dates!
Free timeshare planning calendar for everyone!

Timeshare Glossary and Acronyms - Common terms used in Timesharing
The most common acronyms and terms used in the industry

Who is in Charge of my Timeshare and what is an HOA?
You are a part owner of your resort, you should know who makes the decisions!

Why Vacation Timeshares Make Sense: the benefits of Timeshares
Most stories focus on the negatives of Timeshares, here are the positives!

Timeshare Vacation/Travel Club Information and Warning
Vacation Travel Clubs are a terrible waste of money!

The complete checklist of things to take on your timeshare vacation
You cant possibly forget something with this checklist!

What is a Timeshare Shill?
The internet is full of people who give fake reviews for scams!

List of Pet Friendly Timeshare Resorts
Take your Pets on Vacation!

What happens to my Timeshare when I die?
A question every Timeshare owner has to ask eventually!

For more personal help with General Timeshare questions, visit our free forums here: New to Timesharing?

Timeshare Renting Advice Articles

How to Rent your Timeshare Yourself!
Learn how to rent out your own Timeshare!

Where can I find Timeshare Rentals and Why Rent a Timeshare?
>Why should I rent a Timeshare from an owner and where?
How to Verify a Timeshare Rental is Legitimate?
Rental Scams Exist! Heres how to spot and avoid them!

How do I rent out my Timeshare Points?

Sample timeshare rental agreements provided by TUGgers:

These sample agreements were prepared by TUG members and have been provided for information only. TUG makes no representation or warranty about the completeness or suitability of these documents for renting timeshares, they should be modified to meet your needs!

Timeshare Exchanging Advice Articles

Free Timeshare Exchanges with TUG

Should I trade my Timeshare Exchange for a Cruise?

TUG's List of Timeshare Exchange Companies and Other Exchange Options

RCI Points vs RCI Weeks - Comparison

Interval International Timeshare Exchange FAQ

Ask Dial an Exchange - DAE

Comparing RCI and II Exchanges

RCI Points FAQ

RCI - Online vs Ongoing Search definitions

Timeshare Resort Specific Advice Articles

Old article archives

TUG's Interactive Google Timeshare Maps

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Free Timeshare Advice Articles Written For Owners By Owners!

Timeshare Buying & Selling Advice!

General Timeshare Advice Articles

Timeshare Renting Advice Articles

Sample timeshare rental agreements provided by TUGgers:

Timeshare Exchanging Advice Articles

Timeshare Resort Specific Advice Articles

Bluegreen Vacations

Capital Resorts/Capital Vacations

Disney Vacation Club

Diamond Resorts International / Hilton Vacation Club

Exploria Resorts

Hilton Grand Vacations Club / HGVC

Hyatt Vacation Club - Hyatt

Hyatt Vacation Club - Welk

Holiday Inn Club Vacations

Innseason Resorts

Marriott Vacation Club - Abound