Why Now Might Be the Right Time to Sell Your 2042 DVC Contract

If you’re a Disney Vacation Club owner with a contract set to expire in 2042, you may be wondering if it’s worth holding onto, or if now is the right time to sell. With less than two decades remaining on these legacy contracts, many owners are reassessing the long-term value of their membership. Here are a few key reasons why selling sooner rather than later could be a smart move.

Decreasing Contract Value Over Time

As we inch closer to the 2042 expiration date, the market value of these contracts is expected to decline. Buyers are generally more interested in contracts with long remaining lifespans. With each passing year, the pool of interested buyers shrinks, and so does your potential resale value.

Annual Dues Continue to Rise

While the value of your contract may decrease, your annual dues likely won’t. Disney Vacation Club resorts have seen steady increases in maintenance fees over the years. These dues are unavoidable, even if you use your points less frequently or decide not to vacation one year. Selling now allows you to avoid these rising costs in the years ahead.

Market Demand is Shifting

Newer resorts with longer expiration dates and modern amenities are drawing more attention from potential buyers. Resorts like Riviera, Grand Floridian, and Polynesian are influencing the resale landscape. Older resorts with 2042 expiration dates—such as Old Key West (original contracts), BoardWalk, and Beach Club Villas—may struggle to compete in the resale market in the coming years.

Limited Use Window

2042 might seem far away, but in vacation ownership terms, it’s closer than you think. If you’re not using your points as often, or foresee changes in your travel habits, your usage window is becoming narrower. Selling now lets you unlock the value in your contract while it still appeals to future buyers.

Strong Pricing in Recent Years, But for How Long?

The DVC resale market has performed well over the last decade, even amid economic fluctuations. But past performance isn’t always indicative of the future. As expiration draws near, a decline in value is not just possible, it’s expected.

For further analysis, take a look at each resort’s pricing trends over the last 12 years. We saw a market increase from years 2019-2022 that was in sync with inflation rate trends and now a decrease starting to settle back to pre-covid years.

Time to Reevaluate

If your plans are changing and you’ve been considering selling, now is the time. Selling now gives you the chance to capture the most value, avoid mounting dues, and move on to other vacation possibilities—whether that’s exploring other timeshares, investing elsewhere, or simply enjoying more flexibility.

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Posted By:

Kristen Tutas