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How
does the Rent/Trade Board work?
This Rent/Trade Board has been created to assist in the rental
of accommodations through the use of DVC points
or the trading of points between members. We
ask that no listings to sell DVC memberships be
made here. DVC members may post the availability
of their points to rent/trade and anyone may post
requests to use member points. Following are some
comments regarding this Board and suggestions about
creating successful transactions.
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What
are the "points" I see mentioned?
DVC members own Vacation Points, which are used
to "pay" for reservations made through
the Disney Vacation Club. These points may be used
at the member’s home resort up to 11 months in advance
and up to 7 months in advance at other DVC resorts.
Points may also be used for reservations at other
WDW resorts, Disney Cruise Line and many other accommodations
worldwide. For more information about the Disney
Vacation Club, please read the DVC-FAQ page here at DIS. You can get an idea of the number
of points needed for specific dates by using our DVC
Point Calculator.
Can
I "rent" points- even if I’m not a DVC
Member?
Anyone may "rent" point reservations from
DVC members and DVC members may transfer points
between one another. Transactions between DVC members
and others are provided for in the Member Guidelines
of the Disney Vacation Club.However these transactions
are entirely conducted without the assistance
of the Disney Information Station (other than providing
the Rent/Trade Board forum) or DVC (other than making
the actual reservation or other transfer of points).
How
does a Member "advertise" points available
for rent?
Members, wishing to provide points for use in reservations
to others, may list their availability on the Rent/Trade
Board. Once contacted by a prospective "renter",
details of this transaction should be agreed upon
by the listing member and the "renter".
The listing member should indicate his/her preferences
as to how the transaction will be handled- including
cost of the transaction, deposit required, and form
and timing of payment.
How
do I ask about renting points from a DVC Member?
Those interested in securing the use of DVC points
("renters") may post their interest in
acquiring a reservation through a DVC member. The
"renter" should indicate the desired resort,
villa size and dates for the reservation. It is
suggested that the "renter" be familiar
with the number of points needed for the reservation
by using the DVC Point Calculator, here at DIS.
"Renters" should be aware that points
needed for weekend (Fri./Sat.) nights are about
double the points needed for weekday (Sun.-Thurs.)
nights.
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Can
I trade or transfer points with another Member?
In the case of DVC members interested in a transfer
of points (rather than a reservation), the same
guidelines can be followed. DVC Member Services
(MS) can provide the transfer of points between
members. Please be aware that, according to DVC
Member Guidelines, the transfer of points between
members is NOT to involve any monetary transaction.
How
does the reservation work?
The
following suggestions are a compilation of comments
and questions from DVC members and "renters"
through the DVC Board and DVC Rent/Trade Board.
They are intended as guidelines only.
Will
I get a confirmation of my reservation?
Members should make the reservation in the name
of the person who will use the reservation. This
is simply accomplished with a call to MS. Once the
confirmation has been received by the member (DVC
will be send it to the member), the "renter"
should be asked for a deposit to hold the reservation.
Once the agreed upon deposit has been received,
the DVC confirmation letter should be sent to the
"renter". Payment of the balance of the
transaction should be received prior to any deadlines
the member is subject to through DVC- such as banking
deadlines and the 30-day cancellation period.
What
happens if I cancel the reservation
Important to this transaction is an agreement/understanding
regarding cancellation by the "renter".
Since the member does risk loss of the use of points,
it can be suggested that once the reservation is
made, the "renter" will be subject to
the same restrictions placed on the member with
regards to cancellation. This will primarily involve
the use of the DVC "Holding Account",
where points canceled within 30 days of the reservation
are only available for use within 30 days for any
subsequent reservation and may not be banked- they
will expire at the end of the current use year.
How
can I pay for the reservation?
Renters should expect to be able to independently
confirm their reservation, by calling the resort
after receiving the reservation confirmation. Some
members are able to accept credit card transactions
for payment, others desire cashier checks or personal
checks. Some have reported using an escrow agent
to hold all funds until the reservation begins.
All payment details should be discussed prior to
making the reservation. The reservation will entitle
the "renter" to all normal amenities that
apply to the accommodation. At a DVC resort, while
staying on points, this includes limited housekeeping
services, resort parking pass and use of resort
facilities. Member benefits, such as discounts and
pool hopping privileges may not apply to "renters".
Please
remember that all aspects of these transactions
are negotiable between parties. This includes deposit,
form and amount of payment.
Still
have Questions?
If
you have other questions that are not listed here,
pay a visit to our DVC bulletin board. There you
can ask any question you like of other DVC members.CLICK
HERE to go to
the boards!
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