Sad Story from One Who Trusted without Checking!

[mom2dzb]

I, too, have been keeping up with this thread. I log on each morning to see if there's any news. I hope it all works out for those who have had problems with this renter.

 

[DMKEDM]

Not much "reportable news"...as of Wednesday mid-morning, neither Stacey nor I had received our refund...so this post is really to send out another heartfelt thank you to all you wonderful people who are pulling/praying for Stacey & me...Stacey & I are in communication w/one another (and, obviously, w/JimMIA, and also w/others in the Disboards hierarchy), and we agree that this cyber-community is just the best...if you have to be a victim--and I recommend against it (grin)--this is the place to come to be made heart-whole again!

There's probably a connection between the fact that there has been such an amazing outpouring of support and offers of help for and to us, and that we are all Disney lovers...maybe the Disney magic really derives from the fact that it is all about people who are themselves in possession of an extraordinary amount of magic (compassion)...

In any event...we really can't say much (actually, nothing) about what's going on now...but we are following up...both Stacey and I feel strongly that we must do what we can to make sure this can't happen again.

Thank you so much for caring about us. I can't begin to tell you how much it helps...

Dani

 

[beachwarmer]

I just wanted to add my thanks to you for sharing your story. My heart goes out to both of you. You Dani have shown a great deal of class in the way you have handled this situation. Thank you for keeping us updated....I know I log in to see what is happening because I know it very easily could have been me in the situation. The passion for Disney and the trust we have in other on the DIS is really something I have taken for granted. Your attitude not to condemn all but just to remind us to be vigilant is a great message to be shared. Thanks again.

 

[CinderellaIam]

I just wanted to add my thanks to you for sharing your story. My heart goes out to both of you. You Dani have shown a great deal of class in the way you have handled this situation. Thank you for keeping us updated....I know I log in to see what is happening because I know it very easily could have been me in the situation. The passion for Disney and the trust we have in other on the DIS is really something I have taken for granted. Your attitude not to condemn all but just to remind us to be vigilant is a great message to be shared. Thanks again.

What a great post. I totally agree with you. It took a lot of courage to come forward with a mea culpa on this just to warn others. I so hope it works out for Dani and Stacy. They're both class acts and deserve nothing but goodness in return.

 

[chris1gill]

I too log in to see if there's been any success here I'm sorry to hear the news so far has not been positive Hugs to both Dani & Stacey here... I hope Stacey is able to salvage her time next week somehow...

 

[calypso*a*go-go]

Dani -- Happy to hear you are hanging in there and trying to move forward.

I'm curious, does anyone know if our DVC contracts have any kind of clause that would allow DVC to somehow "take back" the points of any member involved with fraudulent activity regarding the use of the points? Some kind of a forced buy-back? Or perhaps they would only allow ressies in the contract owners name. I can't help but wonder how long it would be before the same individual starts the whole process again with the next unsuspecting victim. Especially since it appeared they had already created a new user name and posted the same points available on the Rent/Trade board a couple of days ago.

Jim -- I know it was never your intention to step in to be the hero and a lot of people are making assumptions as to what your involvement is, but I just wanted to let you know I think it's very admirable. Are you secretly Mr. Incredible?

 

[Deb & Bill]

Dani -- Happy to hear you are hanging in there and trying to move forward.

I'm curious, does anyone know if our DVC contracts have any kind of clause that would allow DVC to somehow "take back" the points of any member involved with fraudulent activity regarding the use of the points? Some kind of a forced buy-back? Or perhaps they would only allow ressies in the contract owners name. I can't help but wonder how long it would be before the same individual starts the whole process again with the next unsuspecting victim. Especially since it appeared they had already created a new user name and posted the same points available on the Rent/Trade board a couple of days ago.

Jim -- I know it was never your intention to step in to be the hero and a lot of people are making assumptions as to what your involvement is, but I just wanted to let you know I think it's very admirable. Are you secretly Mr. Incredible?

Technically, it's against the rules to take payment for a reservation that you make for another person. If they start enforcing that one, all bets are off.

 

[Tabetha]

I've been following this thread for the last few days now, and as someone who has fought back in the wake of fraud, I applaud your patience and I truly hope both of you have a positive resolution. It can happen!

I wish I could do something....

 

[wdwstar]

I do know if they default on their dues, any ressies will be canceled, no points can be transfer in or out. I am not sure how long you have to be in default before DVC takes the points away. I remember this when we had another problematic person renter a few years ago.

At this point if the renter is broke and didnt pay her dues( or the aunt) this too could be caused of the problem.

 

[calypso*a*go-go]

Good point about defaulting on the dues. Hopefully DVC can see a pattern of activity that technically isn't allowed and move forward rather quickly if there is a window of opportunity involving missed payments.

 

[Y-ASK]

I wonder if the Aunt is aware of what is going on in her name?

Y-ASK

 

[DisneyMommyMichelle]

just checking in for today, and once again i'm sorry and yes i have to agree with the others sending out a big thank you for posting about your experiences.

 

[JandD Mom]

I wonder if the Aunt is aware of what is going on in her name?

Y-ASK

If, indeed, the person whose name is actually on the contract really is her aunt.

Just to throw this out there for those more familiar with what's going on, but could this be a case of identity theft of a DVC member?

 

[ZipaDeeDooDah]

Dani and Stacey

 

[twinklebug]

Back to check-in - I see no news is NOT good news in this case. Sigh.

More HUGS to both Dani & Stacey... If there's anything a web developer can do to help either of you, give me a shout!

{start my2cents}
As to the situation, I've been thinking a lot about this,
We can make all the speculation in the world as to what is the motivation behind the Renter's actions or delays are, but only she knows what's going in her world and is apparently unwilling to share (which is just driving the guesses.)

Mis-communication is often the source of many problems & I have a gut feeling that that is 50% of the problem here. For her sake and to ease the stress on the victims here, I wish she would get in contact with both rentees and lay it out for them to know what's up AND provide a reliable contact method to her.

If she's a scam artist, I agree, the proper steps need to be taken ASAP to get her to stop hurting folk. Stacey I feel so much for you - I could have easilly been in your or Dani's shoes as I am just too trusting. Keep planning and don't let one bad seed ruin the magic for you!

{end my2cents}

 

[calypso*a*go-go]

Now twinklebug...don't sell yourself short, that post was worth at least 5 cents!

 

[twinklebug]

Now twinklebug...don't sell yourself short, that post was worth at least 5 cents!

I always underprice myself... I'll meet you 1/2 way, how about 3.5 cents


Oh, just adding (for another cent) that my first experience renting was with a (wonderful) 1st time poster who was behind on their dues. I paid DVC directly the money they owed on her dues via secure FAX and credit card and within minutes of DVC verifying the funds they were able to make our reservations. (probably the best and worst thing I've done in my life because that trip hooked me on DVC!)

I think that would knock non-dues payment off the list of speculations as the money paid could have easilly been passed to DVC.

 

[T.E. Yeary]

OK, I can't stand anymore of this. This board has been really good to me and our organization so I am going to make this offer:

I currently have 224 pts available for use. I will be happy to make them available to the 2 people who were left out in the cold. You can have these points for $5 per point. Since you've already put up half of the money, then you can use your remainder for these and go on that "MAGICAL" vacation. If these are not enough points for the 2 victims, I should have some more coming in the next week or so.

Please PM me and I will give you my home phone # so we can do the deal. You will NOT have to go to Western Union! You can send me a personal check after I make your reservations.

Happy "magical" vacationing,
Tom

 

[ttepsich]

Tom, you're going to make me cry. You're the best

 

[kathmzh]

Wow, that is one of the most generous things I've seen done in a long time! I hope it works out for everyone.