I Want to Transfer Ownership of My FL Timeshare to a Non-Relative. Do I Need to Use a Title Attorney in FL?
The company that handles the owners accounts, Wyndham Vacation Resorts, told me on the phone today that I can use any title attorney. However when phoned a local attorney’s office in my state, they seemed to think that I need to use a FL attorney to draw up the new deed. How in the world can I do this simply and expediently from out of state? Help! We just want to be rid of this timeshare! This is a no-cash transaction. We want to transfer the deed and title over to a new owner. Thanks.
The local attorney is probably not familiar with the peculiarities of Florida Real Estate law. While it may be legal for them to draw up the documents, a Florida attorney is most likely to fully comply with Florida requirements. My recommendation is to contact the Bar Association where the timeshare is located. They should be willing to put you in contact with local attorneys that can assist you. It is even likely this can be handled by mail or fax.
Wow! You found someone to take over the fees of your Wyndham?! Great job!
I’d think that working with a FL attorney would be a much preferred way to go. You may want to check out a couple of timeshare-related forums like on redweek.com or Timeshare Users Group and ask the community there what you should do. There are also title companies based in Florida that would be able to help you.
Another possibility would be to subscribe to Timesharing Today Magazine. They have a number of title companies listed. You could also call the magazine to get some referrals. The subscription would be a small price to pay for access.