Right-To-Use (RTU)

Right-to-use ownerships are not deeded, and feature an expiration date, after which the owner can not utilize the resort.

The opposite of a fee simple ownership.

They are different from vacation clubs, which also do not carry a deed in that Vacation Clubs offer perpetual ownerships that do not expire.

Right-To-Use (RTU) timeshares can be described as a deeded ownership that expires at a pre-determined date. Disney timeshares are predominantly right-to-use ownerships and many properties in Mexico operate with deed expiration dates.

There are benefits and drawbacks to owning this type of ownership, and the choice between a perpetual ownership and a right to use ownership will be dependent of the type of traveler you are.

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