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Bluegreen - Broken Promises and Misleading

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My wife and I purchased a timeshare through Bluegreen at Charleston, SC. We have 8,000 points every other year. We soon learned that we didn't have enough points to use the timeshare for an entire week. We were definitely misled.

We pay outrageously high interest to a mortgage company owned by Bluegreen, . No attorney was present at the loan closing. We were never told about the maintenance fee, which is exorbitant, between the monthly payment and the maintenance fee I don't know how much longer we can hold out.

They told me i could sell the timeshare as easy as that once we thought we are not going to use it which is a total BS. We tried to sell our timeshare back to bluegreen, they refused, refered us to a real estate company (Pinnacle Vacations) owned by Bluegreen...I am paying Pinnacle $35.00 in since 2004. Nothing!! Hope we can do something about this. There has to be something we can do. I am so much hopeless and sick about this thing going around and tricking others into it.

My experiences i believe won't be much different from other victims. Thanks for putting my rant up.

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0 # Guest 2009-04-20 07:46

This is what happened to me too... is there anyway to do anything about it

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-10 # Jason — Jason 2010-01-26 11:44

:idea: I have owned Bluegreen now for almost three years.. My wife and I love it...because we asked questions...I think its so funny that people expect other people to do things for them.. I bet you didn't even do any research before buying. Ya went on a tour and bought.. the key here is YOU bought it ..no one held a gun to your head. I agree they don't tell you everything, however, compare Bluegreen to other companies and they are saints .. Ya should have asked more questions...So YOU where clear on what YOU where buying..

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+5 # owner — bill 2010-05-21 00:50

hey yeah buddy we did ask tons of questions an they told us a bunch of lies your right we went on the tour nd ow come to fnd out it was lie after lie

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+3 # Bluegreen Owner — Linda 2010-08-13 11:53

We have experienced negatives with Bluegreen too ... Please, please be sure to report your claim to the Federal Trade Commission, The Attorney General in the state where you live, the Attorney General in the state where you made your Bluegreen related purchase, and the Better Business Bureau in Boca Raton, FL (Headquarters of Bluegreen Corp.) Do not give up .. follow-up on your complaints. Be persistent, because the more reported complaints these agencies recieve, the more help we individuals may get from some actions on behalf of a group of complainers. Remember, you are not alone. So many people have been taken advantage of in this process. Act on your behalf and this may help you as well as benefitting others. If you have questions, contact me. If you have a complaint as a Floridian, I am particularly interested in hearing from you. Thank you for helping!

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+2 # RE: Bluegreen Owner — Rhonda C 2011-03-11 13:44

I just want out.. I cannot afford these very high mortgage payments and maintenance fees any more. I offered to give it back, but they said NO. Sent me to PINNACLE who admitted that because I still have a mortgage my chances of selling were slim to none. What should I do? I dont want to sit around complaining about it. This economy is simply putting a damper on my ability to continue paying for this timeshare. How can I get rid of it. Please I wish someone would just take over the payments. I dont want to make a dime off of it.. I just want to rid my purse of the financial burden

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0 # Bluegreen trying to get rid of owner — Wanda 2011-10-03 17:11

We put property in Pinnacle Vacations 2x with no avail. There are so many properties there also to sell. I'm with you Rhonda C, we just want someone to take over payments or buy it and take it off our hands and out of our pockets. What do you suggest or what you you done. Pls. reply

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0 # RE: Jason — Patty 2010-10-11 11:27

You know Jason, I did ask questions and thought we were well aware of our contract. What I did not know, because I was too naieve was that I could never sell this boat. We all dream of endless vacations, but until you are retired, there is no time when you can actually make a reservation. When you are retired, it is the same thing. I want to sell. How'd you or other contented customers like to buy for a real deal? I'll sell really cheap. Of course, Bluegreen will only accept a sale from Pinnacle... THAT was never mentioned in ANY contract.
Quoting Jason:

:idea: I have owned Bluegreen now for almost three years.. My wife and I love it...because we asked questions...I think its so funny that people expect other people to do things for them.. I bet you didn't even do any research before buying. Ya went on a tour and bought.. the key here is YOU bought it ..no one held a gun to your head. I agree they don't tell you everything, however, compare Bluegreen to other companies and they are saints .. Ya should have asked more questions...So YOU where clear on what YOU where buying..

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+2 # RE: Jason — Pat 2011-01-05 20:59

Who paid you to be so sanctimonious? These sellers count on people being in differing stages of stress or need and know exactly how to play on it. You may have asked questions but that doesn't make you superior. It only makes you good at the time you needed to be.

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+2 # RE: Jason — bill patterson 2011-01-18 19:18

just so u no the same thing happened to us and we asked plenty of questuions but their answers were lies they use trickery and lies we are filing a class action suit against them with about 60 other ppl with same story ,they are LIARS PERIOD

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0 # owner — bren 2011-02-16 20:03

Hi, I am in the same boat. I bought in 2007. We were very reluctant, but they were very relentless. They told lie after lie. They did tell the truth about the Rental Program, but effective 1/1/2008 they got rid of it. How do I become part of the class action. I feel so trapped, but not going down without a fight.

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0 # Bluegreen class action lawsuit — Dao 2011-09-19 13:53

Bill, are you really in a class action lawsuit? If you are, could you please forward me with some info, i would like to join the lawsuit because i am a Bluegreen owner. I have also been lied to and mislead by this company. Thank you for your help. Looking forward to hearing from you.

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0 # Re: Jason - Hardy — Hardy 2011-10-26 16:59

Jason: You must be part of Blugreen or the salesman and has been sucking peoples money. Do not be proud of yourself and shame on you tricking people with lies and inuendo.

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-1 # RE: RE: Jason — Zach 2011-12-20 00:09

I'm in the same boat. Let's get this class action suit under way. I will help build a community of those lied to by Blue Green, or at least a movement where we all not pay anymore.

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0 # Jason — Hardy 2011-10-26 17:06

All these bluegreen, yelowred or brownwhite or any other time share a big BS and highway robber sucking money from people. I can see that their timeshare are not selling anymore because we all know their lies and BS. Their stupidity killing the goose that lay the golden eggs. About time and thanks to the internet to spread and reveal their lies and deceit.

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0 # Mr. — infonow 2011-11-17 12:45

You should check out truthabouttimeshares.com...Lots of information there, but you can find out all the information you want in an excellent book called The Truth About Timeshares...Links on the page to find it!

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0 # Bluegreen BS — Zach 2011-12-20 00:05

I am in the exact position my friend. When I bought it in Charleston as well, I was told if my girlfriend and I split it would be so easy to sell. well I am on the 7,000 even plan and every time I have tried to use it, I never have enough points and they don't even have resorts in the areas I vacation. I was told a lot of lies and even after doing research I would have to pay much more to buy points to make it worth a damn. Worse off is it is actually cheaper to put together a vacation yourself. F Bluegreen, I would love it if everyone they lied to either stopped paying or started a class action suit.

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+1 # Dana 2009-07-23 06:50

Same thing happened to us. We are looking to join a class action law suit.
Please let me know if there is anything that can be done to stop these liars.

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0 # I would love a lawsuit — itsmejan 2009-09-15 04:06

I would love to find a class action suit against Bluegreen. Unfortunately I cant wait. I am going to have to let them foreclose. Not sure how that is going to work out,but I couldnt even get reservations this summer,I sure can't loose my home because of their lies and deceptions.

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-1 # RE: I would love a lawsuit — Rhonda C 2011-03-11 13:48

what happened when you foreclosed? did it appear on your credit or is that jus a scare tactic to keep you held hostage? I sure hope you got final relief from this financial burden. I am needing to get the same financial relief.

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-1 # RE: I would love a lawsuit — Sherry Simpson 2011-06-14 18:49

Pinnacle Vacations would not sale my points and told me they were worthless and that charter memberships do not transfer yet their website (Pinnacle) clearly advertises the same.

I have offered to turn my timeshare back in and they refused to take it. They are stealing from a disabled widow at the rate of $400 in late fees and penalties since November 2011. Lawyers, you want my case. Get them off my back, restore my credit rating and you can keep anything you get from the lying, stealing, rascals!

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-1 # bill patterson 2011-01-18 19:21

email me we are involved in one adkwoodworks

yahoo.com

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0 # File loads of complaints with FTC and Attorney Gen — Kathleen 2009-12-07 08:24

The only way to stop them is to report them endlessly to the FTC, BBB, and Attorney General. Eventually, someone will have to stand up for the millions of us out there who have been tricked with unfair and deceptive practices. Just keep passing on the word to complain!

All of the same things you noted have happened to me too.

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0 # Class Action — bshufelt 2010-01-04 07:28

To all of you who are serious about joining a class action lawsuit against BG email me at brandon.shufelt

us.army.mil.

I am in the process of finding an attorney right now.

Serious inquiries only.

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-1 # Class Action — bill 2010-05-22 16:35

HI, there, everybody,
Doe any of you started a law suit, we would love to joint. This company should be closed. Please if you have any advises email me at aripatt

msn.com
Bluegreen belongs to American Resort Development Assiciation, www.arda.org, please email them your complaints, and mauve screwed onsumrs will be heard sooner.
Thank you

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-1 # owner — bren 2011-02-16 20:08

Kathleen, I am in the process of reporting them, but to no avail so far. All I get from them is denial. I am considering suing them. I am out over $12,000 and owe lots more. They will probably foreclose on me. I have never used it and only bought because of all their lies. They have to lie or they would be out of business. We need to write to Senators and Congressmen to get the laws regarding timeshares changed.

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-1 # Action — bshfuelt 2011-02-17 08:06

To all of you who are serious about joining a class action lawsuit against BG email me at brandon.shufeltus.army.mil.

I am in the process of finding an attorney right now.

Serious inquiries only.

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-1 # RE: Action — Rhonda C 2011-03-11 13:50

count me in on your lawsuit

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+3 # Get Even — John 2010-06-06 15:32

I too feel ripped off and unable to sell. I have a feeling Bluegreen, Pinnacle Realty and Pinnacle Recovery are all the same. So instead of beating my head against the wall EVERYONE should try this; Since it is impossible to sell, Why not everyone who feels ripped off, as a gester of reward for good behavior send parolees and recovering drug addicts on vacation to you favorite Bluegreen resort! See if that gets their attention!

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+1 # Great idea! — pepper 2010-06-07 11:57

That is the best idea I have seen in a long time, I bet they will not like to see their pool filled with gangsters or homeless people. On the other hand you can make a homeless person happy for a week!

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-2 # RE: Get Even — MIke 2011-04-18 15:44

John, you, the owner are ultimately responsible for any damages done by anyone using a resort in your name....
FYI

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0 # you are an idiot — dj 2011-07-05 20:26

so you would rather endanger other bluegreen owners and their children. grow up and take responsiblity for yourself!

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-1 # Class action — J 2010-07-14 15:01

My wife and I too are looking to join a Class action suit. We bought this thing in '08. We have been paying these crazy fees and we told all kinds of BS.

If anyone knows of anything being done or how to sell this thing please let us know.

I also saw a link about a suit in PA:

www.whtm.com/.../560508.html

It says "If you signed a contract and had problems with Blue Green, you can call the attorney general's consumer protection hotline. The number is 1-800-441-2555."

Has anyone call them?

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0 # RE: Bluegreen - Broken Promises and Misleading — K Marbut 2010-08-05 21:28

It is ubelievable how may people I have read who have had the same story as myslef. There are also confirming iformatio from ex employees. Whats is more unbelievable is that the judicial system allows companies like this skirt aroud the laws - kinda like the mafia!
I have been i cotact with Florida's Attorney Generals Office.
You know I would gladly sell these people who love Bluegreen. I will take 30% off, let them put their money where their mouths are!

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0 # Bluegreen Owner — Linda 2010-08-13 20:42

If you have filed a complaint with the Florida Attorney General, have you also filed with the Better Business Bureau in Palm Beach County where the Bluegreen Corporate Office is located? Do not give up - follow up on your complaint by phoning the FL ATTORNEY GENERAL's OFFICE for an up-date on your complaint. Also, urge anyone else who may have bough from Bluegreen to contact the Attorney General's Office as well. The AG's office needs to hear from all who have been mislead or taken advantage of by Bluegreen. That way the AG's office may be able to take action on behalf of the citizens of the state and others who may have been harmed. You are not alone. Let your voice be heard loud and clear. Stand up for yourself!

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0 # owner of nothing — Sandra 2010-09-23 18:20

I too feel ripped off. Did anyone ever learn of anything that can be done. If so, please email me at seer528

yahoo.com
and I will be very thankful for the info. I would be willing to join in a class action suit.

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0 # The Honeymooners — MLW 2010-10-21 21:05

My husband and I were on our honeymoon in gatlinburg, TN and we went to a vacation club presentation and signs up for the "trial ownership, Thant was 2008, in 2009 we went St. Augustine, FL, where we did the 9000 points a year plan. Well they left important things out, like the outrageous maintenance fees, and what happens if u miss a payment, how hard it is to speak to a person about your account, and Pinnacle Recovery CA(they are very rude!). We have only been married for 3 years, and the financial honeymoon is over! I tried to speak to the CA today and the lady I think here name is Dee R. And she was sooooo rude to me, told me I've had the same story since Jan, mind u I've only spoke to someone at the CA two other times, and it was a guy (Steve) Then I got a letter from BG sayin I had thirty days to make a payment, and two days later recieved a letter from Pinnacle Recovery saying that I now owe them $200 more than I actually owed! If we knew then (in gatlinburg) what we know now, we would have never went to the presentation! We moved this year, we are both n school full- time, and my husband just recently started working after almost 1 1/2 months! Advice & Help Needed!!!!!

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0 # RE: The Honeymooners — susie 2011-01-05 12:50

PLEASE IF THERE IS A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT LET ME KNOW. I DEFINITELY WILL BE ONE OF THE PLANTIFFS.

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0 # RE: Bluegreen - Broken Promises and Misleading — walter 2010-11-04 15:31

I wasted over 10000 cash in 2006 on these bums who promise you the experience of a lifetime but deliver grief and misery.
I would love to help bring a class action asap
thankyou
walt vedastar8

hotmail.com

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0 # RE: Bluegreen - Broken Promises and Misleading — Matt Allen 2011-04-16 17:32

Join our fight against bluegreen on facebook! Invite everyone you know to "like" Angry bluegreen owners on facebook at: facebook.com/.../...

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0 # RE: Bluegreen - Broken Promises and Misleading — Russ 2011-08-17 06:07

We are in a similar situation with a Tahiti Village Timeshare in Las Vegas. We were sold a bill of goods, the company that was selling them went bankrupt, and we decided to take action ourselves. We just stopped paying the mortgage. The worst that could happen is a bad credit rating. Been there before and life goes on. It has been turned over to Pinnacle Recovery.

We make judicious use of caller ID so they don't bother us. We had previously sent a letter to Tahiti Village and outlined that we would just like them to take back the timeshare, but they ignored it.

We just received an unsigned letter from Pinnacle stating that Tahiti had authorized them to offer a deal for about $7300 cash to let us out of the mortgage, which was about $25K in January, but they are saying it is 36K now. I don't trust Pinnacle. They could very easily accept the 7300 and come after us for the rest. Again, the letter was not signed by anyone. Naturally, there is a time limit.

Has aynone from this board received similar letters?

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