It is not unusual for maintenance fees to increase sharply within a few years, especially after the developer has sold most or all of the time shares and left the project. In the past, many lenders were reluctant to lend money for time share purchases, and available money was usually offered at higher interest rates. Investigate all financing opportunities before committing to purchase. The resale market for time shares developed slowly. Consequently, if you are buying time shares for investment purposes, you may be disappointed.
Some new companies specialize in time share resales, but most charge substantial commissions.
Consequently, your time share's resale value will likely remain below the original purchase price for quite a while. Interest on loans for time shares is usually tax deductible. But, income tax law changes frequently, so check with your accountant or attorney. There are some tax-related peculiarities. In North Carolina, property owned under a time sharing arrangement but managed by an owners' association must be listed for property tax purposes in the name of the managing entity.