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Step 1
Begin by comparing your property to similar ones in your resort or area. Make sure they are of a similar size and condition. You can do this by speaking with an agent, or by going to a Website like www.zillow.com and typing in your property's address. You can also use the site to post your property for sale.
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Step 2
Pay to advertise. Your best bet for reaching a wider audience is to visit a Website like zillow or www.mls.com, a site that real estate agents use to display properties. Since you are selling a vacation or getaway home, it would be wise to reach people from all over who may like to travel to your destination on vacation. Using the Internet doesn't limit you to any particular geographic regions, although it never hurts to advertise there as well.
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Step 3
Always post pictures with your ads where possible. These ads tend to attract the most potential buyers because they offer a glimpse of your property beforehand. This allows buyers to get an idea of whether your timeshare is what they are looking for. This will not only save them trouble but help you to avoid the false hope that comes when you get a call, only to have the potential buyer opt out after seeing your place.
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Step 4
Stage the timeshare. Set it up so that it puts its best face forward, so to speak. Remove all clutter, any personal items, and make it look as comfortable and neat as possible. You want buyers to get a feel for themselves being there with their own things, so make it look homey ... just not like your home.
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Step 5
Be prepared. The amount of time it takes for you to sell your timeshare and at what price will depend highly on the popularity of your location and of the current real estate market. In a good market you can almost surely get top dollar. In a buyer's market, you may consider waiting until things improve before you sell or drop your price to entice buyers.
