Despite a Bad Reputation, Timeshares Are a Billion Dollar Industry
Despite a Bad Reputation, Timeshares Are a Billion Dollar Industry
Timeshare companies have worked to overcome their bad reputation and continue to make billions from new customers. But there are still issues and scams to look out for when getting into—or out of—a timeshare. Photo Illustration: Michael Tabb
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