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Many timeshare owners are surprised to discover that selling a timeshare is extremely difficult — and in most cases, unrealistic. This is because the timeshare resale market is fundamentally different from traditional property markets.
Firstly, there is very little genuine demand for second-hand timeshares. Resorts continue to sell new memberships aggressively, often offering incentives, finance packages, and upgrades that private sellers simply cannot compete with. As a result, resale listings vastly outnumber buyers.
Secondly, timeshares are not usually owned as real property. Most contracts grant a long-term right to use, points allocation, or membership rather than ownership of a tangible asset. This means there is no appreciating value and nothing that can easily be transferred or “sold on” in the conventional sense.
In addition, many contracts include restrictions that make resale difficult or impossible, such as:
Even when a buyer can be found, the resale price is often far less than the annual maintenance fees, and in many cases owners are asked to give their timeshare away for free just to escape the ongoing costs.
For most owners, the honest answer is very little — and often nothing at all on the open resale market.
Despite what you may have been told at the point of sale, timeshares generally do not increase in value. In reality, there is an oversupply of unwanted timeshares and very limited demand from buyers. As a result, many timeshares struggle to sell even when advertised at £1 or offered for free.
The value of a timeshare is also affected by the type of contract you hold. Most agreements provide a right to use, points allocation, or membership rather than ownership of a physical property. This means there is no underlying asset that can be sold in the same way as real estate.
In addition, ongoing liabilities such as annual maintenance fees, special assessments, and transfer costs make timeshares unattractive to potential buyers. In many cases, the future costs outweigh any perceived benefit, which is why buyers are reluctant to take them on.
Because of this, owners are often forced to reassess what “value” really means. For many, the true value lies not in resale, but in bringing long-term financial commitments to an end and avoiding further fees.
If you would like an honest assessment of your specific situation, we can help you understand where you stand and what practical steps may be available.
There is no single solution that applies to every timeshare, as the correct approach depends on the type of contract, when and where it was signed, and how it has been managed since purchase. However, there are legitimate ways that some owners may be able to exit their timeshare and bring ongoing fees to an end.
In some cases, it may be possible to challenge the contract itself, particularly where there is evidence of mis-selling, unfair terms, or non-compliance with applicable consumer-protection laws. This is especially relevant for certain European contracts affected by changes in timeshare legislation and court rulings.
Other situations may involve formal surrender or termination routes, although these are often tightly controlled by resorts and may come with conditions or costs. Some resorts refuse to offer voluntary exits, while others impose restrictions that make this route impractical.
What is rarely advisable is simply stopping payment without understanding the consequences. Unpaid fees can lead to debt collection activity, legal pressure, or damage to your credit position, depending on the contract and jurisdiction.
Because of these complexities, many owners choose to seek independent advice before taking any action. A proper review can help establish whether an exit may be possible and what risks need to be managed along the way.
If you would like guidance based on your specific contract and circumstances, you can speak with one of our advisors or complete our enquiry form for a confidential review.
In some cases, yes — but it depends on the specific details of your contract and how it was sold.
Certain timeshare agreements may be open to challenge where there is evidence of mis-selling, unfair contract terms, or breaches of consumer-protection laws. This can include issues such as misleading sales practices, lack of proper information at the point of sale, pressure selling, or contracts that do not comply with legal requirements in force at the time.
In particular, a number of court decisions and legal precedents in Europe, including Spain, have significantly strengthened consumer rights in relation to timeshare mis-selling. As a result, some owners have successfully recovered money they paid, especially where contracts were found to be unlawful or improperly structured.
That said, not every timeshare qualifies for a compensation claim, and outcomes depend on factors such as:
For this reason, it is important to obtain an independent assessment before assuming a claim is possible or paying anyone to pursue one on your behalf.
If you would like to understand whether your timeshare may qualify for a claim, we can review your situation and explain what, if any, routes may be available.
In most cases, simply stopping payment is not advisable without first understanding the potential consequences.
Maintenance fees are usually a contractual obligation. If payments are stopped without a proper exit or legal basis, resorts or management companies may pursue debt collection, legal action, or enforcement measures, depending on the contract terms and the country involved. In some situations, this can also lead to continued pressure, added charges, or escalation to third-party collectors.
That said, there are circumstances where ongoing fees may be challengeable, particularly if the underlying contract is found to be unfair, mis-sold, or non-compliant with consumer-protection laws. In these cases, stopping payment may form part of a managed and informed strategy, but this should only be done after obtaining independent advice.
Every timeshare is different. Factors such as:
can all affect the risks involved.
Because of this, many owners choose to seek professional guidance before taking any action. A proper review can help you understand whether continuing to pay is necessary in the short term, and whether there may be a lawful route to bringing those payments to an end.
If you would like help understanding your position, you can speak to one of our advisors or complete our enquiry form for a confidential review.
Spanish timeshare laws may apply to your contract, but this depends on several key factors — not just your nationality or where you live.
In general, Spanish law is likely to apply if the timeshare:
Spanish timeshare legislation — strengthened by a series of Spanish Supreme Court rulings — introduced strict rules around how timeshares can be sold. These include limits on contract duration, restrictions on deposits, and requirements for clear information at the point of sale. Contracts that fail to comply with these rules may be open to legal challenge.
However, Spanish law does not automatically apply to every timeshare involving a Spanish resort. Some contracts are structured under foreign jurisdictions or involve offshore entities, which can complicate matters and require careful legal review.
Because of this, the only way to know for certain whether Spanish law applies is to examine the contract, sales documentation, and ownership structure involved in your purchase.
If your timeshare is connected to Spain and you are unsure which laws apply, an independent review can help clarify your position and whether any rights or remedies may be available to you.
In some cases, yes — but it depends on who you are claiming against and how your timeshare was structured.
If the resort or sales company has gone into liquidation, this does not automatically mean that all legal rights are lost. Claims may still be possible against other parties involved, such as linked sales entities, management companies, or finance providers, depending on how the contract was set up and who benefited from the transaction.
It is also important to distinguish between:
Often, timeshare groups operate through multiple related entities, and liquidation of one company does not necessarily prevent action against another.
Where a claim is made directly against a company in liquidation, it may be treated as a creditor claim, which can involve longer timescales. However, this does not rule out other legal or contractual routes that may still be available.
Because liquidation adds complexity, claims in these situations require careful review of contracts, company structures, and timelines before any conclusions can be drawn.
If your resort or timeshare group has entered liquidation and you are unsure where that leaves you, an independent assessment can help clarify whether any routes remain open to you.
In some cases, yes — being an ex-owner does not automatically prevent you from taking action.
Whether a claim may still be possible depends on how and why you exited the timeshare, the terms of the original contract, and the circumstances surrounding the sale. Issues such as mis-selling, unfair contract terms, or non-compliance with consumer-protection laws are tied to the original transaction, not simply to whether you still own the timeshare today.
For example, some owners have exited through surrender, transfer, or relinquishment, but later discovered that the contract may have been sold improperly or contained terms that were not legally compliant. In such situations, there may still be grounds to challenge what happened at the point of sale.
However, time limits and legal complexity can apply, and outcomes vary depending on factors such as:
Because of this, it is important to have the full history reviewed before assuming that no action is possible.
If you are a former timeshare owner and would like to understand whether your past ownership still gives rise to any rights, an independent review can help clarify your position and explain what, if anything, may be available to you.
Our advice is independent because we have no financial or commercial links to timeshare resorts, developers, management companies, resellers, exchange networks, or any organisation that benefits from ongoing timeshare fees.
We do not act on behalf of resorts, and we are not paid or incentivised to promote any particular outcome. Our role is to help owners understand their position and the routes that may be available to them, based solely on the facts of their individual situation.
Unlike resale or broker-style businesses, we do not rely on selling products, advertising memberships, or placing timeshares with third parties. This allows us to provide objective guidance without pressure or conflicts of interest.
We also believe independence means transparency. Before any next steps are discussed, we explain:
This ensures you can make an informed decision, without obligation.
If you would like to speak with us directly, we are always happy to explain how we work and answer any questions before you proceed.
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