rent points with cancellation policy guarenteed

[Ariel620]

I know during covid it got complicated to rent points with a guarenteed cancellation policy, but is there such a place any more (to rent points with a more reasonable cancellation policy (30 days or so)?

I own DVC, but asking for a friend.

 

[JETSDAD]

dvcrentalstore.com has a built in cancellation policy now but it is tiered depending on how far out you cancel.

ETA, it would be credits to use later rather than a cash refund.

 

[Sandisw]

I don’t know if you will find that any type of cancel unless it’s a closure again...even then, I think it would be more of the ability to rebook.

Owners may give a few more options now to encoursge renting in terms of changing dates, etc,

Honestly, if someone wants be able to cancel because of not wanting to travel, paying extra via Disney is the best option,

 

[starry_solo]

For 30-days or less, DVC rental store would only give you a travel credit of 50% of the price. Do what PP suggests, book directly with Disney a room-only reservation.

Once inside of 30 days and your friend knows for sure he or she is going, check to see if there are any last minute deals for DVC (those are non-refundable).

 

[LAX]

For 30-days or less, DVC rental store would only give you a travel credit of 50% of the price. Do what PP suggests, book directly with Disney a room-only reservation.

Once inside of 30 days and your friend knows for sure he or she is going, check to see if there are any last minute deals for DVC (those are non-refundable).

This is not a bad strategy, but it would be difficult to find accommodations that would work within 30 days of travel, especially at the more popular properties.

LAX

 

[_auroraborealis_]

The reason renting is a money saver is because the risk is higher. You cannot remove the risk and keep the savings.

 

[gisele2]

People who rent on this site , do they offer a cancellation policy?

 

[GoingSince1990]

People who rent on this site , do they offer a cancellation policy?

I have rented points on this board and, like others, I say no cancellations except for the resort being closed in which case I will cancel or refund. Having said that, if something comes up for the renter, I will be happy to cancel and rebook within the lifespan of the returned points. If rebooking was not possible I would make my best efforts to re-rent the returned points to give the renter at least a partial refund. I have no interest in enriching myself due to someone’s misfortune.

 

[sethschroeder]

People who rent on this site , do they offer a cancellation policy?

I have never heard of it since first renting points in 2014 and I have only booked through private rentals. There are owners who work with you if you need to change something.

Disney can afford to give cancellation because they can absorb the loss as part of doing business. Its why even in retail if you return things too much they can blackball you from doing business there since you are not worth the loss anymore.

 

[Brian Noble]

it would be difficult to find accommodations that would work within 30 days of travel, especially at the more popular properties.

It would have been a year ago. Not as hard right now. Brokers have plenty of reservations for rent for a hist if COVID-related reasons.

 

[CarolMN]

People who rent on this site , do they offer a cancellation policy?

These are all private transactions and terms vary. The cancellation policy is one of the terms that should be discussed and understood before money is exchanged. Ask and be sure the contract reflects your understanding.

 

[Sandisw]

People who rent on this site , do they offer a cancellation policy?

Unless I am renting to friends..most of the rentals i have done..I did not offer a refund.

In post Covid days, my new policy will be to price low enough to start and offer a 50% refund for any reason, providing it was at least 31 days in advance. Resort closure would offer the same 50% but not require the notice..obviously.

Having said that I don’t rent often and not sure I will very much other than to friends. And friends get much different rules!!!

 

[DVC Doctor]

renters need to know that DVC points have an expiration date (gets shorter every day) where the value is $0 no matter what

If you need 100% guarantee, just book direct with Disney on credit card

 

[Ariel620]

Thanks for all the thoughts everyone. I am a DVC owner, but never rented points (as the renter or the owner). So I appreciate all the feedback.

 

[LAX]

It would have been a year ago. Not as hard right now. Brokers have plenty of reservations for rent for a hist if COVID-related reasons.

Not saying it's impossible, but confirmed reservations don't always match people's already planned vacation days, especially if flights are involved. One might need to be willing to switch resorts during the stay. Some might feel it's worth the hassle, I supposed.

LAX

 

[sethschroeder]

Not saying it's impossible, but confirmed reservations don't always match people's already planned vacation days, especially if flights are involved. One might need to be willing to switch resorts during the stay. Some might feel it's worth the hassle, I supposed.

LAX

Honestly instead of that I would just hit up an owner on this forum last min and ask them to stalk for me and throw an extra $1/point their way for their expiring points if they are discounted.

Tons of last minute availability and have to think you can find people needing to use up points last min more now than ever.