Timeshare Cancellation Rules and Regulations – State-by-State Guide by Resort Victory
Cancel Your Timeshare Contract Now with Resort Victory!
For over 15 years, we have been helping clients exit their timeshare contracts. No matter how complicated your timeshare contract is, we will help you legally and permanently cancel it.
Timeshare buyers feeling trapped in contracts is an all too common situation. Hidden fees and aggressive sales tactics at presentations are frequent complaints. Fortunately, your state’s timeshare cancellation laws may help you exit the contract.
Check Our Reviews
Timeshare Cancellation Laws State by State
All 50 states have specific laws giving you the right to cancel a timeshare purchase. Each state also has a “cooling-off period” or rescission period, which allows you to exit the timeshare contract with no penalties.
States vary in the length of the cooling-off period and the specific method for cancellation. 3 to 15 calendar days are common lengths. You may cancel by returning the contract and all documents for a full refund during this period.
Even after the allowed period has passed, it is still possible to terminate your contract legally. Resort Victory has legal, ethical, and effective strategies to help clients from different parts of the country exit their timeshares.
How to Legally Cancel Your Timeshare Contract?
If you wish to cancel a timeshare contract that you have recently purchased, the very first thing is to ascertain whether you are still within your state’s legal rescission period, and after that, just follow these simple steps. It guarantees that you are protected and your cancellation is legally valid.
1. Carefully Examine Your Contract
You should pay attention to the words “Right to Cancel” or “Rescission,” as they will directly state your exact days of cancellation and point to where you should send your notice. Although it is legally required that timeshare contracts contain this information, a large number of buyers still miss it.
2. Create a Brief Cancellation Letter
Provide a direct cancellation letter that clearly states your intent to cancel. Include and state the following.
Your complete name and personal information.
The number of days since you purchased a timeshare.
The name of the respective resort or developer.
Add a short declaration that shows you want to cancel your timeshare contract within the rescission period. Your letter must be short, simple, and professional. Explaining your reasons for cancellation is unnecessary.
3. Properly Send Your Notice
For cancellation letters, most states expect that they be sent by certified or registered mail to the address stated in the contract. Do not rely upon telephone or email, as written documentation is important.
If you are still at the resort, you may also safely opt to hand the letter to a staff member of the resort and request a signed acknowledgment of receipt.
4. Document Everything
Make sure to retain every copy of your documents: the letter, your receipts of mail, and any of the letters’ tracking documents. This is useful if the developer contests your cancellation.
5. Contact a Professional
If the rescission period has ended, there is still no reason to worry. Resort Victory has successfully assisted many customers in cancelling contracts after that point. Contracts may also be cancelled if the customer has been misled, was pressured into contract signing, or if certain other information was not disclosed to the customer.
Timeshare Cancellation Periods by State
Here is a simplified reference table that shows the cancellation timelines for popular U.S. states. This is a starting point; be sure to verify the current state laws or reach out to Resort Victory for complimentary assistance.
| State | Right to Cancel | Time to Cancel | Popular Locations | Cancellation Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | Yes | 7 calendar days | Scottsdale, Sedona | Count every day, including weekends. |
| California | Yes | 7 days | Palm Springs, San Diego | Include all buyers’ names exactly as on the contract. |
| Colorado | Yes | 5 calendar days | Breckenridge, Vail | Keep your tracking number for proof. |
| Delaware | Yes | 5 business days | Rehoboth Beach | Personal delivery is safest to confirm receipt. |
| Florida | Yes | 10 calendar days | Orlando, Key West, Miami | Send your letter early and use certified mail. |
| Georgia | Yes | 7 days | Atlanta, Savannah | Make sure the notice reaches the developer, not the salesperson. |
| Hawaii | Yes | 7 calendar days | 7 calendar days | Deliver in person if still in Hawaii, as it is faster and safer. |
| Illinois | Yes | 5 calendar days | Chicago | The developer must refund your payment promptly. |
| Louisiana | Yes | 7 days | New Orleans | Postmark your notice no later than the final day. |
| Michigan | Yes | 9 business days | Traverse City | Note the day you received the disclosure documents. |
| Nevada | Yes | 5 calendar days | Las Vegas | Mail your notice before midnight of the fifth day. |
| New York | Yes | 7 business days | Lake George | Business days exclude weekends and holidays. |
| North Carolina | Yes | 5 calendar days | Asheville | The countdown starts the day after signing. |
| Oregon | Yes | 5 calendar days | Portland | If no address is given, send it to the developer’s registered office. |
| South Carolina | Yes | 5 days | Myrtle Beach | Keep a copy of your signed letter. |
| Tennessee | Yes | 10–15 days | Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg | The period depends on whether you toured in person. |
| Texas | Yes | 6 days | Galveston | If day 6 falls on Sunday, it extends to Monday. |
| Virginia | Yes | 7 calendar days | Virginia Beach | Avoid sending by email — it’s not valid under the law. |
| West Virginia | Yes | 10 days | Canaan Valley | Keep copies in case of a delayed response. |
For all other states or international contracts, contact Resort Victory to confirm your cancellation rights. You can also visit our Timeshare Cancellation Guide to learn the complete step-by-step process for ending your timeshare agreement safely and permanently.
How to Cancel if the Recession Period is Over?
Even when the rescission period is over, you may still cancel your timeshare legally. In many situations, contracts can be contested if signed under deceitful conditions.
Resort Victory’s legal and administrative personnel take the time to analyze contracts to locate loopholes. We want to help you cancel your timeshare for good, stop all maintenance payments, and maintain your credit throughout the process.
Resort Victory – 15 Years of Reliable Experience
Timeshare Cancellation by Resort Victory has been one of the most trusted names in the timeshare industry. Over time, we’ve helped relieve the financial burden and restore the mental well-being of countless American families.
Proven Results: Over a decade of successful contract cancellations.
Transparent Process: No hidden fees or false promises.
Client Protection: Communication with developers is handled entirely by us.
Personalized Approach: Our devoted timeshare exit specialists appraise every case individually.
Outstanding Reputation: Trust and results have formed the basis for the long-term relationships our team has cultivated.
Every situation has its own parameters. It does not matter how long you have owned the timeshare, even if it was purchased just last week; we will direct you to the appropriate legal options for cancellation.
Take Back Control of Your Finances
A timeshare should not feel like a trap. Resort Victory is ready to help you find a clear and legitimate exit, whether you are still within your legal cancellation period or years have passed.
Stop paying unnecessary maintenance fees and stop worrying about contracts. Begin living timeshare-free with the company that has helped families all over the country for more than 15 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
