About Andreas Rossler Expertise I'm able to answer general questions on timeshares and specifically in regard to purchasing, renting or exchanging timeshares on the secondary or resale market and through the Internet. I have expert knowledge in sales, mechanics (how and why timeshares work), and timeshare exchanges.
I am also well versed in timeshare financing and may be able to guide you to better financing or refinancing options for your timeshare purchase.
If you ask questions of a legal nature, or those requiring tax advice - I may not be able to answer fully.
Experience I have 10 years of industry experience in sales, management and processing. I'm currently CEO of Timeshare Village, a resource for timeshare owners and industry professionals.
Organizations Mensa - Life Member
Publications I have been interviewed by Channel 7 News in the Bay Area of California regarding my opinions on Worldmark, the Club timeshares as developed by Trendwest-Wyndham Resorts.
Education/Credentials MBA - Master's in Business Administration
BS - Mathematics
BA - Economics
California Real Estate Broker
Question I own a timeshare. We had maintenance fees at the beginning at around $400
a year now they are up to $950. Its totally out of control. I can get a room at
the resort for a week cheaper than I can pay for my maintenance fees. I don't
want it anymore. I can't sell it. I owe nothing on it, except the outrageous
maintenance fees. Can I just walk away from this? What can I do? Could I quit
claim it to somebody who is going to die soon? Or is this thing an anchor
around my neck for life?
Answer I like your sense of humor. Well, you have a few options available.
1. Yes, you can transfer the Ownership to someone else, so long as - you guessed it - the maintenance fees are up to date. You should use a closing service to do the transfer (just do a Yahoo! or Google search on the term "timeshare closing").
2. Have you tried donating it? Try a search on "donate timeshare".
3. You could try selling it on eBay with a starting bid of $1.00
4. You could contact us directly, maybe we could help: (866) 712-2742.
If all else fails, call us - we have a sure fire way to get rid of it.
