How does DVC work?

[MickeyMom2Boys]

I have seen all the signs and info desks at Disney, but have never had the time to sit and talk to them. Can anyone give me an overview of how the DVC works?

 

[chalee94]

it's disney's version of a timeshare. it can take a while to explain from scratch, not knowing your background...

here are some "basic info" links. take a look and then feel free to come back with specific questions. (browsing through the DVC forums for interesting threads, or using the search function to learn about specific terms, can be very informative.) good luck!

http://www.wdwinfo.com/disney-vacation-club/faq.shtml

http://www.allearsnet.com/acc/dvc.htm

edited to add: here is a recent discussion from the DIS budget board which might also be helpful.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1725673

and another recent "intro to DVC" thread:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1729116