The timeshare industry has been growing and expanding as more and more people recognize it as a way to vacation anywhere around the world for a much lower cost. Timeshares can be sold directly from the resort, but more and more buyers, sellers, and renters have been looking to the resale market for their services and products. But whats are the advantages  and disadvantages of this growing market?

The first and most obvious disadvantage is the commission charged for going through a company that specialized in timeshare resales.  Still, the fee may possibly just be worth it when you consider the advantages the companies may offer.  A specialized company  will also have a network of possible buyers already in place, negating the need for you to advertise yourself.  Most companies will also take care of negotiating, paperwork, and closing affairs. If you are buying or renting a timeshare, you will get better deals going through a resale company than buying directly.  Resorts use high-pressure top-dollar salesmen that don't show up in resales, leading to a more thorough knowledge of your purchase for a much more reasonable price.

So, all-in-all, resale companies are the way to go, whether you are buying, selling, or renting your timeshare.