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 QUESTION: hi we own at westgate vacation villas florida and are (have been for a cuople of yrs)try to sell our week i have been asked if westgate have waived thier Right of First Refusal before i can sell. 1st i dont know anything about this and 2nd i have nothing in my paperwork that says anything about it can you please advise p.s we purchased in 1999 and only owe the dreaded maintenance bill any info greatly recieved
ANSWER: The first right of refusal basically states that if you sell your timeshare, the developer can block the sale but must purchase it from you at the selling price or higher.
Unless things have changed, Westgate does not employ a first right of refusal. I would call Westgate to confirm. You should have no problem selling it at any price.
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QUESTION: Not a question this time but some info for you, I contacted westgate today and asked about the FRoR and was told by"sharon" that they do operate this system and you need a buyer to get a "waiver letter" assuming the buyer is paying more than westgate will "should "take 2-4 wks .I did make the mistake of not asking if this means i WILL sell it to someone and not keep going round and round, also when this started. that's for next time. thanks for your help paul.
Answer Paul, you're welcome and thanks for the follow up - I can now better help Westgate Owners who want to sell. Yes, I would definitely be interested to know if this FROR is a real deal (or is it something they say for marketing purposes). My understanding of these things is that you will not need to go a second round, because they will either buy it or allow your buyer to buy it. My guess is that they are just making sure you are not giving it away - otherwise they can pick it up for a dollar.
