PROS
Affordable. Owning a property in key vacation spots becomes more affordable when the cost is shared by several persons.
Maintenance Worry-free. You don’t have to worry about the upkeep and maintenance of the property on your own. Someone else will take care of it for you.
Vacation Guaranteed. No more fussing about accommodation reservations for you and your family. Your very own villa, apartment or condominium will be waiting for you once you are vacation-ready.
Savings Galore. Large families will not have to spend several hundred dollars for their accommodation. No more paying for more than a few hotel rooms if you have a whole house waiting for the whole family to enjoy. You can also prepare healthy and yummy meals in your very own kitchen instead of spending unnecessarily on overpriced food in touristy restaurants.
Extra Source of Income. If the property is leased out to other holidaymakers, it can serve as a good source of additional income.
CONS
Availability. The property may not always be available when you feel like having it for yourself. Since you are sharing it with several other timeshare owners, you need to set your vacation schedule in advance.
Maintenance Cost. Although you will not have to personally worry about the upkeep and maintenance of the property, it doesn’t mean that you will not be paying for its cost. Most time-share properties have steep maintenance fees that members have to pay on a yearly basis.
Taxes. Your tax payments do not stop after the purchase of the property. There are annual taxes that you need to take care of. It can be quite costly, especially in prime tourist destinations.
Repetitive. You and your family may tire of going to the same place year after year. If your family prefers variety, you may want to factor it in your decision.
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