Discounts vs. Renting points

[dpaline]

I have been worried so much about discounts and codes. Finally I decided to check out the DVC point renting thing. I am going to stay at OKW for less than I would for the same time at a Value Resort. Tell me if I am wrong. The only downsides I see are trusting the owner of the points, and not having daily housekeeping. What are your thoughts?

 

[bicker]

Pretty-much. There's no question that it is a win-win for everyone (except Disney) when the deals go well, as all mine have. There are risks, though, on both sides, renter and member.

 

[dcgrumpy]

We rented points for OKW in May. Like you, we paid less than we would have for a value. It was great, I really didn't miss not having housekeeping. I always feel like I'm straighteneing up for the maid anyway. LOL

We're renting points again in November for BWV. Hopefully it will go off without a hitch.

 

[DisneyFan09]

I've been considering the same thing. I helped my sister rent points for a couple of days during spring break and she got the Boardwalk for $140 a night. I'm concerned about the sleeper sofas in the DVC resorts, I've heard they are pretty uncomfortable and renting a studio is the only way to keep this cost effective for my family. I'm curious to see what others have to say about this topic!!