In a significant move to enhance its market presence, Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Bluegreen Vacations. This all-cash transaction is valued at approximately $1.5 billion, inclusive of net debt, priced at $75 per share. The acquisition marks a milestone for Hilton Grand Vacations, promising to broaden its vacation ownership […]
Mike Kennedy - Nov 11, 2023
Annual memberships offering enhanced benefits such as a KOALA Concierge – a premium, full service rental program, Hub access – to fulfill live bookings, Supercharged Listings and more!
Mike Kennedy - Jun 08, 2023
The timeshare industry is a complex and often contentious one, with countless stories of owners hoping to exit timeshares that no longer serve their needs. In recent years, a slew of companies who promised to assist with timeshare exits have emerged, but their practices have been increasingly scrutinized. One such company, Timeshare Exit Team, faced […]
Mike Kennedy - Jun 06, 2023
Cognitive biases are common mental shortcuts that we all rely on to make quick decisions in our daily lives. However, certain biases like anchoring bias and confirmation bias can have harmful effects on timeshare owners. This summary of my original article from ResortTrades emphasizes the influence of these biases on timeshare resales, rentals, and how […]
Mike Kennedy - May 19, 2023
Vacation deals so hot they’re literally (ok, figuratively) on fire.
Mike Kennedy - May 11, 2023
Online marketplaces have become a go-to place for buying and selling goods and services. That said, they always face the initial challenge of establishing that trust and safety among its buyers and sellers. Here, we’ll discuss the significance of trust and safety in online marketplaces — like KOALA — and how adding a clear profile […]
Mike Kennedy - May 03, 2023
Now that the world has mostly emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic and as summer approaches, travel is on everyone’s to-do list. This year, travelers are expected to seek out destinations and experiences that will allow them to reconnect with the world while traveling far, wide and often. As a timeshare owner, it’s important to understand […]
Mike Kennedy - Apr 28, 2023
Timeshare exit scams are common. Being informed is the best way to protect yourself.
Mike Kennedy - Feb 10, 2023
It’s going to be a banner year for family vacations, with Americans fanning out across the country. Here’s what they booked on KOALA last month.
Laura Gohl - May 12, 2022
Vacationers are springing into summer. Here are the booking trends we saw last month, so you can position your listings to get booked!
Laura Gohl - Apr 27, 2022
Despite an endorsement from personal finance guru Dave Ramsey, it didn’t end well for Timeshare Exit Team and many owners who paid them thousands. Now it’s gone. Here’s our take on what the company’s downfall means for the industry.
Mike Kennedy - Mar 09, 2022
How has the beginning of 2022 been for timeshare rentals? Here’s our breakdown of the booking trends we’re seeing so far this year.
Laura Gohl - Mar 09, 2022
Please join us in helping raise funds for World Central Kitchen, which is feeding refugees fleeing Ukraine as well as families trapped inside.
Mike Kennedy - Mar 08, 2022
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