5 Steps to Exit Your Timeshare

1. Review Your Contract Find your original purchase documents. Look for rescission periods, perpetuity clauses, and what exactly you own (deeded vs. right-to-use).
2. Understand Your Ownership Type Different timeshare types (deeded, points-based, right-to-use) have different exit paths. Know what you have before exploring options.
3. Why Resorts Rarely Help After the Rescission Period Once the legal rescission window has passed, most resorts are under no obligation to assist an owner with exiting their timeshare. In practice, resorts have little incentive to release a paying owner from a long-term or perpetual contract. For the vast majority of owners, contacting the resort results in delays, sales pressure, or no meaningful resolution.
4. Get a Professional Evaluation A reputable exit company can review your situation and explain what options are realistically available for your specific contract.
5. Choose Your Exit Path Based on your ownership type and situation, select the best approach. Legitimate exits take time but provide permanent relief.

Why Resorts Rarely Help After the Rescission Period

Once the legal rescission window has passed, most resorts are under no obligation to assist an owner with exiting their timeshare. In practice, resorts have little incentive to release a paying owner from a long-term or perpetual contract.

Owners who express dissatisfaction are often directed to “owner update” meetings or member services calls. These interactions are typically sales-driven and focused on upgrades or program changes rather than permanent exits. Common messaging includes suggestions that higher membership tiers, additional points, or new purchases would resolve availability or cost concerns.

While a small number of resorts offer voluntary surrender or deed-back programs, these options are not widely available and are frequently limited to narrow circumstances. For the vast majority of owners, contacting the resort results in delays, sales pressure, or no meaningful resolution.

This is why many owners seek independent guidance rather than relying on the same entity that sold the original contract.

Your Timeshare Exit Options Explained

There's no one-size-fits-all solution. Here are the legitimate ways to exit a timeshare, with honest pros and cons for each.

Avoid Timeshare Exit Scams

Unfortunately, the timeshare exit industry has bad actors. Watch out for these red flags:

• Upfront Fees Without a Written Guarantee: Charging fees without a clear refund policy or documented scope of work.
• Cold Calls: Claiming they have a buyer ready for your property. Learn why resale value is almost always a myth.
• Guarantees: Promises a specific timeline or sale price without seeing your contract.
• Advise to Stop Paying: Watch out for companies that tell you to just walk away; understand the risks of nonpayment.

How Much Does It Cost?

The cost to exit a timeshare varies based on your resort, ownership type, and whether you have an outstanding mortgage. Professional exit services typically range from $3,000 to $10,000, depending on the complexity of the case. Unlike attorneys who bill hourly with no guarantee of success, a reputable exit company will offer a fixed price with a written money-back guarantee.

Note: No legitimate exit path can guarantee a specific 30-day timeline, as the process relies on third-party transfer approvals.

Why Owners Choose NW Advisors Group

NW Advisors Group has been helping timeshare owners for over 15 years and is A+ rated and accredited with the Better Business Bureau.