All Topics > Travel > Signing a Timeshare Contract >

Signing a Timeshare Contract Pennsylvania

Beware when signing a timeshare contract. There are some things you should know when considering a timeshare about fees and having the contract reviewed by a lawyer.

Local Companies

Clearfield-Jefferson Counties Regional Airport Authority
814-328-5312
P.O. Box 299
Falls Creek, PA

Pocono Mountain Vacation Bureau
(570) 421-5791
1004 Main Street
Stroudsburg, PA

This Week In The Poconos, Inc.
(570) 646-2121
P.O. Box 97
Pocono Pines, PA

Allegheny National Forest Vacation Bureau
(814) 368-9370
P.O. Box 371
Bradford,, PA

BradfordTravel.com
(814) 362-6884
50 Davis Street
Bradford,, PA

Franklin County Visitors Bureau
717-709-7204
14 North Main Street
Chambersburg, PA

CheapCaribbean.com
1-800-915-2322, ext 7515
2003 South Eston Road, Suite 100
Doylestown, PA

Lehigh Gorge Campgrounds
(570) 443-9191
4585 State Street
White Haven, PA

Luzerne County Convention & Visitors Bureau
(570) 819-1877
56 Public Square
Wilkes-Barre, PA

White Haven Walking Tours
(570) 443-7109
4 Dam Ii Road
White Haven, PA

Provided By:

(NC)- "Timeshares and vacation clubs can be a great choice for travelers who want to plan and pay for vacations in advance" says Chris Ferguson, Director of the Consumer Protection Branch, Ministry of Government and Consumer Services. But, Ferguson observes, many consumers run into trouble by signing deals without understanding them.

"Smart consumers never sign any timeshare contract without taking the time to consider every detail carefully" he says. In fact, having the contract reviewed by a lawyer may be the best way to go, as these deals can be complicated.

"Never give in to high pressure sales techniques," Ferguson cautions, "and remember, you can cancel a timeshare contract and get your deposit refunded for up to 10 days after signing. You don't need any reason -- you can simply change your mind."

Consumer protection officials tell timeshare buyers to be honest about their "vacation lifestyles." Ferguson says, "Be sure that you plan to use the times share regularly. Ask yourself if you are likely to need last-minute changes to your plans, and can the timeshare meet that need?" Many consumers are misled by sales hype promising easy exchanges with other timeshare owners -- promises that don't always come true. Ask about flexible-use plans and check for any limits on your right to exchange timeshare dates with other owners.

Check maintenance fees and other costs carefully: they add up and can increase over time. Never rely on verbal promises -- get everything in writing in the contract. Timeshare contracts are required by law to include certain key information -- including itemized costs -- and consumers can cancel the contract for up to year after signing if they find out that key information is missing from the contract.

For more information about your rights under Ontario's consumer protection legislation, or to check the Consumer Beware List, go to www.ontario.ca/consumerprotection or call toll-free 1 866-351-5655.

- News Canada

Featured Local Company

Clearfield-Jefferson Counties Regional Airport Authority

814-328-5312
P.O. Box 299
Falls Creek, PA

Read more about Signing a Timeshare Contract

- Time Shares Pennsylvania

Investing in a timeshare can be a very cost effective way to vacation and timeshares can be resold and swapped. Timeshares can also be very confusing, and this site will provide information so that you can decide if a timeshare is right for you.

- Air Charter Glossary Pennsylvania
- Air Charter Pennsylvania
- Best Western Pennsylvania
- Travel Insurance Pennsylvania

Regional Articles

- Air Charter Glossary Pennsylvania

The following glossary contains travel terms and information you should know about air charters. Read on if you or a loved one is planning to use or fly an air charter.

- Air Charter Pennsylvania
- Best Western Pennsylvania
- Time Shares Pennsylvania
- Travel Insurance Pennsylvania

Related Local Events

Reality Tour
Dates: 11/16/2009 - 11/16/2009
Location: Elk County Courthouse Annex
Ridgway, PA
View Details

Experience China Informational Meeting
Dates: 11/19/2009 - 11/19/2009
Location: Pittsburgh Airport Area Chamber Of Commerce
Moon Township, PA
View Details

Manufacturing Plant Tour - Micro Facture LLC
Dates: 12/2/2009 - 12/2/2009
Location: Micro Facture, LLC
Mountville, PA
View Details

First Friday
Dates: 12/3/2009 - 12/3/2009
Location:
Bethlehem, PA
View Details

Downtown Holiday Church Tour
Dates: 12/5/2009 - 12/5/2009
Location: Downtown York
York, PA
View Details

Times: 11am
Phone: (717) 849-2331

Address:
1 East Market Street
York, PA

Description:
Experience York’s rich history through a series of walking tours, presented by Downtown Inc with support from The Yorktowne Hotel. Themes have been developed to highlight York’s distinct history, architecture, and lore. Holiday Church Tour Saturday, December 5, 2009 Downtown York is home to many beautiful, historic churches. Join us as some of these places open their doors and welcome us inside to hear more about the history of their buildings and congregations. We’ve scheduled this tour to take place just before the holidays so we can also enjoy their seasonal decorations. Led by JJ Sheffer. General Tour Info Tour steps off at 11 a.m. from the lobby of White Rose Business Center at 1 East Market Street, on the northeast corner of Continental Square in downtown York. Pre-registration is required. Tours are limited to 50 people, so register early to reserve your spot. The cost to participate is $10 for adults and $5 for children age 12 and under. All participants will receive a downtown gift bag filled with information, coupons, and gifts from downtown businesses and organizations. This tour will last approximately two hours and end at Central Market House. Guests are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes, and plan to stay for lunch at the market and to visit nearby shops after the tour. Registration Phone: (717) 849-2331 Email: jsheffer@downtownyorkpa.com Please leave a message with your name, phone number, and the number of people who will be in your party. Payment will be collected at check-in prior to the tour. Parking The starting and ending points for the tours are within one block of each other. There is metered, on-street parking in the vicinity, as well as convenient access to the Market Street, King Street, and Philadelphia Street parking garages. Parking meter enforcement runs until 6:30 p.m.

Advertising	Food & Beverage	Nightlife
Business Services	Franchise	Online Database
Career	Health	Pets
Cars	Holidays	Real Estate Resources
Computer Hardware	Home Appliances	Retail & Consumer Services
Construction	Home Electronics	Software
Education	Home Services	Technology
Entertainment	Industrial Goods & Services	Telecommunications
Environmental	Insurance	Trade Shows
Family	Internet	Travel
Fashion	Legal	Weddings
Financial Services	Miscellaneous	World History

Advertising	Family	Home Services	Real Estate Resources
Business Services	Fashion	Industrial Goods & Services	Retail & Consumer Services
Career	Financial Services	Insurance	Software
Cars	Food & Beverage	Internet	Technology
Computer Hardware	Franchise	Legal	Telecommunications
Construction	Health	Miscellaneous	Trade Shows
Education	Holidays	Nightlife	Travel
Entertainment	Home Appliances	Online Database	Weddings
Environmental	Home Electronics	Pets	World History