How Long Does It Take to Break Even on a Disneyland Hotel Resale Contract?

on January 15, 2026

DVC resale contracts can save you thousands of dollars compared to buying a contract directly through Disney, but how long does it take for you to break even on your purchase compared to cash stays through Disney?  Let’s walk through an example with a Villas at Disneyland Hotel resale contract.   What Does a Resale Contract […]

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Best Times to Book DVC in 2026

on January 13, 2026

The calendar has officially turned to 2026, and you should already be planning this year’s visit(s). If you’re not, you may be too late for some of the suggestions I’m about to make.  Still, Disney’s implementation of several Travel Periods have added some complexity. Previously great visitation dates no longer provide the same value. So, […]

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A Look at the Updated Bay Lake Tower Community Hall

on January 12, 2026

With a variety of recreational activities, the community halls at the DVC resorts are a great spot to enjoy some downtime on a resort day or a good place for some rainy day activities.  As Bay Lake Tower recently was refurbished, its community hall was also refreshed.  Let’s take a look around! New Decor The […]

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Tips for Making a DVC Reservation

on January 9, 2026

One of the best parts of being a DVC Member is always having that next vacation booked!  Whether you are a new DVC Member getting to know the system or a more experienced DVC Member, here are some tips to make booking reservations easier. Secure Your Home Resort First Starting with the basics, a good […]

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What DVC Members Should Expect in 2026

on January 7, 2026

The calendar has flipped to 2026, and we’re all ready to look forward to what happens next. Here’s what Disney Vacation Club Members should expect from the program in 2026.  DVC May Start Lakeshore Lodge Sales  I’m doing these alphabetically, which forces me to start with one with an asterisk. However, based on recent DVC […]

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DVC Resale Average Sales Prices for December 2025

on January 7, 2026

This article features the average sales price of contracts categorized by resort and month sold from December 2024 through December 2025 by DVC Resale Market (DVCRM). Our goal for this article is to provide great directional information for anyone considering a Disney Vacation Club (DVC) resale purchase or just wanting to satisfy a general curiosity of […]

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DVC Right of First Refusal Report (ROFR): December 2025

on January 6, 2026

DVC Exercises Right of First Refusal (ROFR) In 2025, Disney exercised their right of first refusal (ROFR) on 225 Disney Vacation Club (DVC) contracts. DVC Resale Market (DVCRM) sold 4,786 contracts in 2025, resulting in a 4.7% buyback rate (Contracts Bought Back in 2025/Contracts Sold in 2025). The 2025 waiver rate finished at 95.3%. Key […]

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Best Practices for Owners with Medium DVC Contracts

on December 31, 2025

I often argue that Disney Vacation Club membership falls into three categories. Our collective includes owners with small contracts, medium contracts, and large contracts. Thanks to the scalability of DVC, each membership level works differently. That’s especially true of owners with medium-sized contracts, as you enjoy a plethora of options. You can downsize your contract […]

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What Are the Best Practices for Owners with Small DVC Contracts

on December 30, 2025

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 […]

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Interesting Facts about Beach Club Villas

on December 25, 2025

Every Disney Vacation Club resort features its own unique history and facts. So, as part of a series here at DVC Resale Market, we’re providing glimpses into hotel trivia you may not know. Here are some interesting facts about Disney’s Beach Club Villas. The Hotel Came First  The Disney Vacation Club program specifically built a […]

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