What Are the Best Practices for Owners with Small DVC Contracts
From the meta perspective, Disney Vacation Club members fall into three categories. Our group includes owners with small contracts, medium contracts, and large contracts. Obviously, the flexibility of the program guarantees that you can always buy more points when so inclined. So, you’re never stuck in a group. You decide which options best suit your […]
Keep Reading >Which DVC Resorts Have Resale Restrictions?
As of January 19, 2019, DVC made some big changes for contracts purchased on the resale market. Resale contracts purchased after that date can only be used to book reservations at certain resorts. What does this mean for your resale purchase and the home resort you choose? Here’s a breakdown of which resorts have which […]
Keep Reading >How Parenthood Changes DVC Point Usage
With DVC contracts lasting for up to 50 years, your life and travel habits are bound to change over the lifespan of your contract. Perhaps nothing changes your life and priorities as much as becoming a parent. If you initially purchased your DVC contract prior to having children, here are some of the ways that […]
Keep Reading >Adding on to Your Current Home Resort vs. Choosing Another Home Resort
When you find yourself short on DVC points and ready to buy another contract, when is it better to add on to your current home resort, and when is it better to choose a different one? Adding on to Your Current Home Resort If there’s no place like “home,” and you are happiest when staying […]
Keep Reading >Best Economical DVC Resorts to Purchase: Fall 2025
At the DVC Resale Market, we understand that making a DVC purchase is an investment, and finding the most economical option is crucial. That’s why we created this blog to provide you with valuable insights each season. Our goal is simple: evaluate and rank the most economical DVC purchases based on three key factors: Average […]
Keep Reading >DVC Adds New $500 DVC Resale Fee Beginning January 1, 2026 — What to Know
Disney Vacation Club has announced an important policy update that will impact all resale buyers beginning in 2026. Effective January 1, 2026, Disney Vacation Club will introduce a $500 Contract Administration Fee for all contracts signed on or after that date on the secondary market. According to DVC, this new fee helps support the growing […]
Keep Reading >What Are the Best DVC Home Resorts When You Don’t Care About the 11-Month Window?
Conventional wisdom for DVC is that it works best when you use your points to plan trips well in advance. Since DVC booking windows open up at 11-months out from check-in, that is when room availability is best. However, if you don’t have much of a preference and love staying at any of the DVC […]
Keep Reading >Which DVC Contracts Hold Their Value Best?
Disney Vacation Club is unusual for a timeshare program in that contracts actually hold their value well. Some DVC contracts have even appreciated in value over the years. Here’s a look at what types of contracts tend to retain their value best. Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel The Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel […]
Keep Reading >What to Know About Right of First Refusal (ROFR)
When you purchase a DVC resale contract, it has to go through right of first refusal (ROFR). This review process happens after the seller and prospective buyer agree to a sales price. With ROFR, Disney Vacation Club has the opportunity to purchase a resale contract at the price and terms that the seller and prospective […]
Keep Reading >Strategies for Booking the DVC Reservation You Want
As a timeshare, DVC is intended to book to capacity, which makes availability much tighter than that of cash stays. Here are some ways to help increase your chances of booking the DVC reservation you want. At a Glance: Always book your home resort first. Set waitlists as early as possible. Plan ahead for split […]
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