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

DVC Exercises Right of First Refusal (ROFR) Year-to-date (YTD), Disney has exercised their right of first refusal (ROFR) on 116 Disney Vacation Club (DVC) contract, and DVC Resale Market (DVCRM) has sold 3,060, resulting in a 3.8% buyback rate (Contracts Bought Back in 2025/Contracts Sold in 2025). The 2025 waiver rate is 96.2%. Key ROFR […]

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How Many DVC Points Do You Have Left?

The DVC community’s discussions about contract expiration dates remain a hot topic of conversation. Today, I want to broach this issue from a different perspective.  I’m going to take a bold approach and use – dun, dun, dun – math! It’s just crazy enough to work. So, how many DVC Points do you have left? […]

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Which Monorail Resort Is Right For You?

For many Disney World fans, the iconic monorail is one of the best ways to get around. If the monorail is a must for you, the Grand Floridian, Polynesian, and Bay Lake Tower are the great DVC resort home resorts! If you’re doing your research and trying to figure out which one of these resorts […]

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What Are the DVC Contract Priorities?

Shopping for a Disney Vacation Club Contract is always exciting, whether you’re a first-time buyer or someone happily giving in to Add-onitis. You want to make smart decisions with such a big investment, though.  So, which considerations matter the most when deciding when to buy? That’s a good question that I’ll try to answer today. […]

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Big Changes at Hollywood Studios: Animation Courtyard to Become Disney Animation-Inspired Land

On August 29th through August 31st, The Walt Disney Company will host Destination D23 2025 at Walt Disney World. On those dates, Disney will confirm several exciting new experiences coming to the parks. But we got a huge surprise today. Disney jumped the gun by revealing an entirely new experience coming to one of the […]

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You’ve Just Joined DVC. Now What?

A little birdy told me that you just joined the Disney Vacation Club. Welcome home, my friend! Your family will enjoy decades, possibly even generations, of wonderful Disney vacations. Still, there are a few things you need to know. So, you’ve just joined DVC. Now what? Plan Ahead   We’ll get to the fun stuff, I […]

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Guide to the Terrace Gardens at the Polynesian Island Tower

One of the unique amenities at the Polynesian Island Tower are the terrace gardens. There are four of these viewing areas within the tower, and they are exclusive to guests staying at the Island Tower since the elevators are only accessible with a magic band or key to the world card. Here’s a look at where […]

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No Saratoga Springs Visit Is Complete Without

Every Disney Vacation Club resort comes with its own idiosyncrasies. Some hotel visits are more straightforward, while others require a bit of exploration and even some trial-and-error. Thankfully, one of DVC’s largest resorts is relatively straightforward, with a few must-dos for guests. That’s why I think no Saratoga Springs visit is complete without these activities… […]

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First Cabins at Fort Wilderness Resale Contract Officially Sells

Editor’s Note (8/5/2025):We were notified by listing agent Andy Berry that the previously reported Fort Wilderness DVC resale contract has fallen through, and the owner has elected to retain the contract. This article has been preserved for reference regarding the originally agreed-upon sale terms and may serve as a useful point of comparison for future […]

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What DVC Members Need to Know about Disney Cruises

Whenever The Walt Disney Company reports its quarterly earnings, one segment stands apart. Disney Experiences, the theme parks division, gains a significant percentage of the company’s operating income. One of the key contributors is Disney Cruise Line (DCL), which has exploded in popularity recently. So, what do DVC members need to know about Disney cruises? […]

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