275 Salesmen Sue Timeshare Companies

Pennsylvania – 275 timeshare salesmen got together to sue timeshare developers they were working for before. According to them, the timeshare developers classified them as independent dealers instead of identifying them as employers to the companies. Their lawsuit was granted by a judge of Philadelphia County last week.

The salespeople want to be properly-compensated. They have sacrificed and gave all their time and effort to be able to sell timeshare properties but the timeshare developers and companies did not give them the benefits they deserved for more than 3 years of their service (June 2005 to December 2008). It is said that the timeshare companies ceased to give them benefits that are estimated to cost up to $2.1 million. The salespeople also have to be paid in compensation for being misclassified.

Among the timeshare developers that were sued are Vacation Charters Ltd. And Split Rock Resort. The two salesmen who are leading the lawsuit against the companies are Albert Whitehead and Austin Miller-Orteneau. Their cases have been filed since 2008 by 2 Elliot Greenleaf lawyers.

Despite his services, Miller-Orteneau was not paid by Vacation Charters because according to the company, he was not their official employer. Miller-Orteneau got confused with that, so he asked IRS if his status was really non-employee. IRS said that he should have been employed by the company.

After hearing about the first two complaints, several salespeople also joined their lawsuit. The other salespeople were hired as independent dealers. As a result, they got exploited. They were the ones who paid for their own federal income taxes. They also did not receive any benefits that they worthy of, like medical insurance.

After the allegations, Vacation Charters changed their terms and classified all salesmen as their official employees in early 2009.

Tips for Timeshare Relief in Florida

We all know that Florida is one of the most popular and in demand vacations destinations in the world. It is also the reason why several companies and resort owners built several units in there for the concept of timeshare. A lot of people can enjoy what Florida has to offer while saving up a lot of money in their vacation through the timeshare concept.

Since Florida is perfect for summer because of its several beaches perfect for relaxation and sports, more and more people buy, trade, or rent timeshare properties in there. If you are one of those people who wants to experience all the benefits and enjoyment that Florida has to offer while saving a lot of money, here are tips for you to be able to find great timeshare deals and experience relief in owning, trading, or renting a property in Florida:

1. Aside from getting only real estate properties, you can also get timeshare properties for an automobile and vacation slots in Florida. Great deal right?

2. Choose what timeshare property is your number one: the automobile, real estate, or the vacation slot

3. If you want to save up more money, then you can rent timeshare properties instead.

4. If you already have a timeshare property in a different state and you want to enjoy Florida too, you can trade your timeshare property with a person who has a property in Florida. There are several companies that can help you with timeshare exchange.

5. Be wary of companies and independent dealers who approach you and offer you great deals. If they ask for an upfront fee right away, especially more than $100, then they are illegal and timeshare scammers.

6. Do your research. If you don’t want to regret in the end, you should look for great deals and resorts in Florida that fits well with your needs and budget.