BBB Warning About Timeshare Scams | Wednesday, April 26, 2023 | Micah Quinn | Bridge City News

An investigative study completed by the Better Business Bureau has uncovered some huge scams when it comes to timeshares and vacation club sales.

The BBB says there have been nearly 30,000 complaints across North America with $32 million disputed. There have also been close to 10,000 negative reviews from those who have reported to the BBB about timeshare sale scams.

Wes Lafortune, the manager of communications and media with the BBB Serving Southern Alberta and East Kootenay told us there are ways you can protect yourself if you are considering a timeshare.

Staff with the BBB said there have also been 1,160 BBB Scam Tracker reports with losses of 3.5 million relating to the timeshare industry.

Aired on: Wednesday, April 26, 2023

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