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[DCTooTall]

I just found out my parents are planning to invest in DVC

As someone who owns some timeshare, a word of advice would be to not think of DVC as an Investment. Think of it as pre-paying vacation accomodations for the next 50yrs. Also should make sure they factor in the annual maintenance fees as a reoccuring cost. While DVC has held it's value better than most Timeshares, there is no guarantee that the trend will continue. (that's why I say don't think of it as an investment)


that being said.... If they've done their research and feel it's good for them, Don't forget to check out the resale market. You can save some $$$ vs. buying direct from Disney, and there are no differences between points bought resale vs. points purchased from Disney direct.

Check out the DVC forum here on DIS if you want some good info from actual DVC owners. (I own at Wyndham Bonnett Creek, but was seriously looking at some DVC points...)

 

[devilsgirl538]

As someone who owns some timeshare, a word of advice would be to not think of DVC as an Investment. Think of it as pre-paying vacation accomodations for the next 50yrs. Also should make sure they factor in the annual maintenance fees as a reoccuring cost. While DVC has held it's value better than most Timeshares, there is no guarantee that the trend will continue. (that's why I say don't think of it as an investment)


that being said.... If they've done their research and feel it's good for them, Don't forget to check out the resale market. You can save some $$$ vs. buying direct from Disney, and there are no differences between points bought resale vs. points purchased from Disney direct.

Check out the DVC forum here on DIS if you want some good info from actual DVC owners. (I own at Wyndham Bonnett Creek, but was seriously looking at some DVC points...)

Thanks. My mom has wanted it for a LONG time, and has put quite an effort into the research. It wont be for a few years (until my little brother goes off to college), but I figure I reap the benefits either way

 

[DCTooTall]

Thanks. My mom has wanted it for a LONG time, and has put quite an effort into the research. It wont be for a few years (until my little brother goes off to college), but I figure I reap the benefits either way

I'm seriously debating adding to my ownership at Wyndham. Squeezing 2 weeks out of next year down at Disney, and i gain an extra week of Vacation next year. Add in the Annual passes i'll be getting, and extra "free" accomodations would make weekend getaways MUCH more tempting and doable.



In Other news.... managed to clear about 20 emails out of my mailbox from catching up on DIS threads during my All-things-Disney bender.... only 50 more to go.

 

[luvdumbo]

If it makes you feel any better, 31 isn't so bad. I just hit 40 in July. I had 2 positive things happen that day though. I got to spend some time with someone sweet who I care about and got a huge Pooh Bear as a gift. I think he's a like 24" or so tall when he sits up. He is lazy though. Everyday he stays in bed all day while I'm gone. But, as was so well stated in Despicable Me. He's so fluffy!

I still don't quite feel 40 though. I've actually have some people ask me if I'm in my late 20's early 30's.

Happy Belated Birthday! I hope when I hit Fourty people ask me if I'm in my twenties! That is a blessing!

 

[duckybelle]

Hey guys! Thought Id pop in, say hello, ya know, typical day...LOL! I have state boards on Friday, so Im cramming like CRAZY! Taking 2 days off one of my jobs so I can study, and one off the other. PLUS less than 2 weeks till I can book my solo trip...SO EXCITED! Nov. 4 or 5-8...here I come!

 

[nurse.darcy]

I just love it when I STILL get asked for my ID. . .I mean, in March I will be 50, but ya know. . .you are only as old as you feel. . .and I am loving being able to play as much as I like. . .

 

[nurse.darcy]

Okay peeps. . .I just wanted to say that today I had the BEST TIME AT WORK that I have had in 4 years. . .just saying. . .OMG. . .I must have been needing to move here for years. ..this job was just sitting there waiting for me. . .lol.

 

[OregonGirl]

Okay peeps. . .I just wanted to say that today I had the BEST TIME AT WORK that I have had in 4 years. . .just saying. . .OMG. . .I must have been needing to move here for years. ..this job was just sitting there waiting for me. . .lol.

Yay! When are you going to do your next 'pop-down-there-when-I-feel-like-it-because-I-can' visit to WDW?

I just hit 40 in July. I had 2 positive things happen that day though. I got to spend some time with someone sweet who I care about and got a huge Pooh Bear as a gift. I think he's a like 24" or so tall when he sits up. He is lazy though. Everyday he stays in bed all day while I'm gone. But, as was so well stated in Despicable Me. He's so fluffy!

Silly old bear.

Off to go on my daily jog. Have a good evening ya'll!

- Carey

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OregonGirl (30) [[ Mom (58) Dad (59) ]]

Oregon Family of 3 - Nov 1-11, 2007 – Boardwalk Inn (Mouseplanet TR)

OregonGirl - Our August 2008 Disneyland visit - Marriot Residence Inn Maingate (Mouseplanet TR)

OregonGirl, family of 3 – January 24-31, 2009 – Boardwalk Inn concierge (Mouseplanet TR)

OregonGirl, family of 3, December 6-12th 2009, Boardwalk Inn concierge ºoº (Mouseplanet TR with pre-trip info)

NEXT DISNEY TRIP - DECEMBER 2nd - 11th 2010 - Boardwalk Inn concierge

 

[nurse.darcy]

Yay! When are you going to do your next 'pop-down-there-when-I-feel-like-it-because-I-can' visit to WDW?

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That will be tomorrow. . for those who care. . .

 

[DCTooTall]

I hate all of you.

Seems like everybody is getting to go get their Disney fix before I'll be able to make another trip.



That is all.

 

[PolyndianPrincessJes]

I hate all of you.

Seems like everybody is getting to go get their Disney fix before I'll be able to make another trip.



That is all.

I had to cancel one in March if that makes you feel any better. I don't see how that would make anyone feel better, but, ya know...

 

[DCTooTall]

I had to cancel one in March if that makes you feel any better. I don't see how that would make anyone feel better, but, ya know...

Well my next scheduled trip is in early March. Still too far away.

 

[devilsgirl538]

Well my next scheduled trip is in early March. Still too far away.

On the positive note, we do have countdowns to Disney

I hate not knowing how long before my next visit

 

[duckybelle]

Well my next scheduled trip is in early March. Still too far away.

AWW....poor baby Ill think of you when Im done there in Nov. Does that make you feel better? Ill even have a drink for you !

 

[PolyndianPrincessJes]

On the positive note, we do have countdowns to Disney

I hate not knowing how long before my next visit

Amen to that!! I feel like a lost soul without a countdown!!!

 

[DCTooTall]

On the positive note, we do have countdowns to Disney

I hate not knowing how long before my next visit

I think i might be the type to get depressed about the countdown. Especcially this far out, it would be a constant reminder that i'm still 180+ days out.

Maybe once I get closer to a month, it might be doable.... but by then I'm already bouncing off the walls

AWW....poor baby Ill think of you when Im done there in Nov. Does that make you feel better? Ill even have a drink for you !

Hmmmm.... Will you send me a nice margarita from the Tequila Bar in Mexico?

 

[duckybelle]

Hmmmm.... Will you send me a nice margarita from the Tequila Bar in Mexico?[/QUOTE]

Wouldnt be any good when it got there LOL! Ill have one for you...even take a pic and post it when I get back

 

[Businessgypsy]

Oregon summers are the best, but I'll be back in SWFL by October 1. Would love to meet a kindred spirit for any F&W event or just on a whim. All my stats are here.

F&W concerts are my idea of a great first date.

I have a very flexible schedule, and can be in Orlando with about four hours notice (my record is 2:45!) Just PM me if you'd like to explore some possibilities.

If you are in the Portland area, maybe we can say hi here and meet there. Good fortune to everyone here, we all deserve a great life and lots of fun!

 

[duckybelle]

WOOHOO...new ticker...AND I may even get to go one day earlier than it says!!! WOOT!!!

 

[DCTooTall]

Hmmmm.... Will you send me a nice margarita from the Tequila Bar in Mexico?

Wouldnt be any good when it got there LOL! Ill have one for you...even take a pic and post it when I get back

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