Timeshare Upfront Fees – It’s a Scam!

In Mexico, there are many genuine and legitimate choices to become a timeshare owner. There are numerous timeshare owners that are totally satisfied with their timeshare purchase and they enjoy luxurious vacations throughout Mexico at numerous beautiful resorts. Unfortunately, there are many scammers out there that try to scam timeshare owners and these scammers have […]

What is a Fractional Timeshare?

Are you considering investing in a second home or vacation property and want to know more about fractional ownership? Is it the same thing as a traditional timeshare? Fractional ownership and traditional timeshares are both based on shared ownership models for a vacation home, but let’s cover some of the major distinctions between fractional ownership […]

Vacation Scams in Mexico

Mexico has long been a top vacation destination for visitors from all over the world. From its beautiful weather, amazing culture, and kind and generous inhabitants, Mexico is a vacation favorite for many people. However, be aware that scammers also know Mexico is a hot tourist spot and find it easy to prey on innocent […]

Consequences of Defaulting on a Timeshare

Anytime you invest in a timeshare real estate purchase, make sure you are aware that there are serious repercussions if you do not pay your payments as promised. Some individuals may find themselves in unfortunate situations where they are unable to continue making timely payments for their timeshare. If this happens,  individuals often search the […]

Are timeshare presentations a waste of time?

If you’ve been on vacation in Mexico, you’ve likely been invited to attend a timeshare presentation. Often times free meals or tickets to special events are used as an incentive to entice potential buyers to attend the presentation. However, is it a waste of time or is it worth it to give a timeshare presentation […]

Beware Timeshare Rescue Scams

Sadly, though they are a dying breed, timeshare scams are not quite extinct yet; there are still opportunists who seek to take advantage of desperate timeshare owners seeking to unload their timeshares. The most sneaky of all scams are the timeshare rescue scams. What is a timeshare rescue scam? A timeshare rescue scam is sometimes […]

Transportation – Airport Scams in Mexico

Imagine the scene, you have bought your vacation package in stunning Mexico; you may even be lucky enough to have a timeshare to go to! If you’re well versed in long travels you may know how to book yourself a reliable transport service between hotels and airports without paying extortionate taxi fees when you arrive. […]

Garza Blanca Timeshare – Need a Timeshare Doctor?

We all need a little extra help from time to time, that much is a given; sometimes we need advice, others we need a warning, and this is why I created the Timeshare Doctor section of this website. Come here for the best timeshare advice, and you’ll be able to root out the truth about […]

What is Villa Group Elite Membership?

Most of the articles on this site relate to timeshare scams and how you can avoid them, but I have noticed in recent times that there are not very many people who review luxury timeshare companies and their services. As such I am starting a section on this blog which is dedicated to luxury timeshare […]

Avoid Mexico Timeshare Scams

It is worth noting here, for the record, that there are many genuine timeshare providers in Mexico who deliver a wonderful service and product; a real timeshare is not a scam, but an investment! Over the last ten years or so the federal and state governments of Mexico have done much to protect consumers from […]