Timeshare resale broker

Owners who want to sell, or buyers looking for a cheaper resale week or points instead of buying new from a resort. Commission is normally paid on completion.

A commission on each completed sale, agreed in writing up front, and sometimes a fee from the buyer. Deals can be slow and some fall through, so income is uneven, especially early on.

• Clear, honest communication
• Sales and negotiation
• Attention to detail with contracts and paperwork
• Patience with slow, multi-step deals

• UK rules on timeshare and resale contracts are strict, including limits on taking money from sellers before a sale completes. Check the current rules before you take any payment
• Scam resale firms have damaged trust in this area, so expect buyers and sellers to be wary and keep clear written records of everything
• Check whether you need to register with HMRC for anti-money laundering supervision and with the ICO for data protection
• Professional indemnity and public liability insurance are worth checking, as mistakes in paperwork can be costly
• Resort rules, transfer fees and ownership restrictions vary, so confirm that a week can legally be sold before you list it
• Check any consumer protection and advertising rules before you make claims about sale prices or timescales

Startup costs are typically estimated at around £800 to £4,000, depending on how you set up your website, insurance and paperwork. It is run online and by phone from home, so you can start small and build trust over time.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around £300 to £3,000, depending on how many sales complete. Commission is normally paid on completion, so income can be slow to start while deals move through several steps.

Check the current UK rules on timeshare and resale contracts, including limits on taking money from sellers before a sale completes. Also check HMRC anti-money laundering registration, ICO data protection registration, and whether a week can legally be sold before listing it.