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For travel agents, the industry has changed so much in recent years. Costs are rising, margins are thinning, and traditional commission models leave little room for long-term growth.
For decades, the concept of “owning your vacation” has meant signing up for a timeshare. The promise sounds great. Who wouldn’t be excited by the prospect of enjoying low-cost luxury stays at exotic destinations each year?
Travel in the United States has become noticeably more expensive since the turn of the century. Everything from hotel stays to car rentals seem to cost more every year.
According to the 2025 "State of the Vacation Timeshare Industry Report" by the American Resort Developers Association (ARDA) and Ernst & Young, the average maintenance fee billed in 2024 was $1,480. That charge represented a 17.5% increase on the previous year, and if this trend continues, you could be liable for tens of thousands of dollars if you retain ownership for a prolonged period.
For travel agents, the industry has changed so much in recent years. Costs are rising, margins are thinning, and traditional commission models leave little room for long-term growth.