Newbie here... please humor me. :)

[kstruchen]

Hi everyone! I'm new to posting on these boards, although I've been using them for research for some time now. We're not DVC members, but I'm very interested in renting points from someone for a 2bdrm at BLT in late September/early October of 2014. Probably LV, but not terribly picky and would take GV or MK if that's what's available. My question is, in your experience, what is the likelihood of getting points and a reservation for this at 7-8 months out? I've looked into using Dave's service, but don't think we'll be able to pay in full at 11 months out (the advised time for this room/resort). But we will be able to pay in full at 7-8 months out. I guess the other option is renting from an individual member at 11 months because it seems- and please correct me if I'm wrong- that with most of these transactions, you pay 50% at time of making reservation and the balance at x number of days from your trip (which is totally doable for us financially). This does concern me a little based on the *few* horror stories I've seen on here, but I know there are more good experiences than otherwise. Any advice or suggestions? TIA!

Kristin

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

If you could make it at least prior to the 7 month window when the resort opens up to all owners then you'll increase your chances a great deal.

As far as renting directly from an owner terms will vary owner to owner. Most require something immediately and a little more time for the balance but just like David's some may want 100% or they may want the remainder after the reservation is made. And others will allow final payment 60-90 days out from the stay. That would just take some searching around for someone with the terms you need and are agreeable to.

 

[kstruchen]

Thanks, Kathy! We'll have a good portion of it at 11 months, so we may just have to pinch pennies between now and then and try to save the full amount. Not completely opposed to another resort or getting adjoining rooms. It will be my first trip to Disney since I was a kid and will be the first trip for our kids (ages 5 and 2.5 when we go). I'm already really excited!