Contrasting Fractional Ownership to Timeshare

Fractional OwnershipTypical Timeshare
Can provide you with a 2nd Home/ Vacation Home AlternativeStrictly a Vacation Product
You own shared Rights to the Land, Buildings, Furnishings, Shared Amenities…You don’t own the underlying assets you just have a right to use time
Owned In Perpetuity (forever)Limited # of Years (30-50 years)
No charge for use of amenities - you co-own them!Rental fees often charged for use of paddle boats etc.
Return to same villa each timeNo guarantee which villa you will be assigned to
As a co-owner, you have Control Over the Maintenance FeesNo Control Over Maintenance Fees
“No-pressure” Sales – Educational ApproachHigh-Pressure Sales
Pride of Ownership is exhibited by fellow ownersPride of Ownership is not often evident as occupants perceive it as more “rental” accommodation