I don't disagree with the AP point. I look at
DVC not as tying me to Disney so much as tying me to Orlando. So buying in direct could potential give me a deal on APs but even if it doesn't I have my choice of every DVC resort on property. It's important to note that right now there isn't a lot of pressure on DVC resale owners because we still have the original resorts. However, I bought a product that was going to provide vacations into the mid 2060s and in 2042 I lose the ability to stay at 5 DVC resorts. In 2054 I lose another. 2057 2 more. So to me if the resale restrictions are staying it is a real incentive for me to purchase direct.