Hilton is one of the biggest names in travel. More than just a timeshare company, Hilton plays a role in virtually every part of the travel industry, from hotels and resort locations to vacation ownership properties and beyond. If you have traveled at all during your life, it is almost certain that you have stayed at a Hilton property, even if it was marketed under a different brand name.
Of course, if you landed on this page, there is a good chance that you are already a Hilton timeshare owner. If that is the case and you are ready to move on, I’d like to help. This page will present you with some fundamental concepts regarding getting rid of a timeshare. Each case is different, so you can’t be exactly sure how yours is going to play out, but understanding the basics and knowing what to expect will be a big help.
What is a Hilton Timeshare?
Properties that fall under the Hilton Grand Vacations umbrella can be found around the world. This is one of the most global brands in all of hospitality, after all. In the United States alone, resorts can be found in popular places like Hawaii, Florida, Las Vegas, California, and more. For international travel, beautiful properties are available in the Caribbean, Canada, Europe, Japan, and Mexico.
It’s not a matter of Hilton Grand Vacations not having any appealing resorts to visit. That’s not the case. There are great properties in this portfolio and enough interesting locations to keep you busy for a lifetime. The issue that some owners face is simply not feeling like the timeshare is working out from a value perspective. You might be spending more than you want to take a vacation each year, or you may have trouble actually booking time at the places that appeal to you most. Whatever your reasons, I’ll help you understand how to get out by walking through some options below.
You Might Be Able to Get Out Cleanly
How long do you have to cancel the purchase of a Hilton timeshare? That all depends on where the purchase was made. The recission period for a timeshare purchase varies from place to place but it generally somewhere from 5-7 days. If it has been less than a week since you made this purchase, do yourself a favor and at least look into whether or not you can cancel.
Canceling before the recission period expires is without a doubt the best way to leave a timeshare. You are protected under the law in terms of your right to cancel as long as too much time hasn’t passed. That means there won’t be any back-and-forth with the seller, or any negotiating exit terms that are satisfactory to both parties. Instead, you’ll just get to move on right away.
Of course, you don’t want to take anything for granted when canceling a timeshare, so be sure to keep records of your cancelation and anything else that is relevant to this matter. That way, if there is a problem in the future and the seller tries to dispute the fact that you did cancel in time, you’ll have all the documentation you need to make your side of the case.
Finding a Way to Sell Your Hilton Timeshare
If you are thinking that selling your Hilton timeshare is the most logical way to get out of it, you aren’t wrong – but there are some things you should know. I’ve seen many people expect to be able to sell their timeshares easily only to find out that the market has a different story in mind.
That story is that there simply aren’t very many buyers ready to purchase a timeshare, even one from Hilton. The price you paid originally has no bearing on how much this timeshare is worth on the open market. If you are tied to that number and determined to get your money back in the end, you’ll certainly wind up disappointed. The demand isn’t strong for timeshares and they have very little intrinsic value. Finding a buyer to take this timeshare off your hands for any amount of money is a win in my book.
For this to be a win in the long run, you need to make sure that the sale is completed properly and legally. The buyer should be the official owner when all is said and done and the timeshare company should confirm that you are no longer an owner in their system. If necessary, you might choose to pay a lawyer to work with you on an hourly basis to draft up a sale agreement and make sure all of the relevant terms are in place. Spending a bit of money on this professional service will be more than worth it in the end.
Working Directly with Hilton on This Matter
Hilton is a huge corporation. If you are thinking about trying to leave your Hilton timeshare, one of the best places to start is reaching out to them directly to see what they can offer. I know that you might be pessimistic about the possibility of this method delivering any results, and that’s fair enough, but there isn’t any reason not to try. The worst they can do is say no and you’ll be right where you were to start with anyway.
I think it’s worth your time to reach out specifically because of the upside that comes with this approach. If you do manage to get out of your timeshare by asking Hilton to take back the deed, you’ll be free of your obligations immediately and can move on. Even if this outcome isn’t likely, it will only take a bit of your time to find out if any programs are available currently.
It should be noted that just because you are told no one time doesn’t mean that there won’t be another opportunity in the near future. You should check back regularly with Hilton Grand Vacations to see if anything has changed and if any offers are now available that weren’t on the table the last time you called. These things come and go based on various factors and sticking with it could lead to a great outcome in the end.
Can a Timeshare Exit Company Deliver Results?
As more and more time goes by without a resolution to this matter, you are sure to get frustrated with the process – and I can sympathize with your position. It’s difficult to be stuck as a timeshare owner when you’d like to move on. In fact, it can start to feel impossible and you may wonder if you’ll ever get anywhere and be able to improve your financial future by leaving the timeshare life behind.
Don’t give up all hope, however. It’s possible to get results through using a timeshare exit company to represent you and find a way to bring this matter to a resolution. Working with a qualified exit company means you will have experts on your side and will have access to knowledge and experience that you simply don’t have on your own. They will take the time to look over your contract, understand the terms and conditions in place, and discuss with you how they would like to proceed. With any luck, you might find yourself at the end of the process soon enough, and you’ll be able to start enjoying life without the burden of timeshare ownership.
In order for that vision to become a reality, it’s important to first understand that you need to pick the right exit company. They aren’t all worth your time and attention, and you certainly shouldn’t trust some of them with any of your money. Do plenty of research – as you are already doing – to make sure you pick out one that has a good reputation and will treat you fairly. Part of that fair treatment is not running off with your money right at the start of the job. They should have to work for the money they earn, so ask them to put it in escrow where the money will be protected from both sides until the work is finished.
Working Together to Move Forward
You shouldn’t have to deal with this situation on your own, as you might not feel confident or capable of making the right moves to end your ownership experience. I’d love to help, and you can get in touch quickly by simply placing a call to 833-416-8796. I have also made it a point to add a live chat feature to the site to make sure you can get in touch right here, as well. Either way, get started today on learning more about your options and figuring out how to move on from your Hilton timeshare successfully.