(Vacation Rental Scam): Travelling2Florida.com Warns Florida Homeowners of Quit Claim Deed Fraud

Florida Vacation Rental Homes Are Particular Targets.

Orlando, FL (FV Newswire) September 11,2007 12:00 AM EST- Traveling2Florida.com, which connects owners of Florida vacation rental homes with hundreds of interested renters, is issuing a warning to vacation homeowners regarding quit claim deed fraud.

With this rising scam, criminals search publicly accessible county property appraiser websites, find out which homes are not owner occupied (including Florida vacation rental homes) and who owns said homes, fill out inexpensive quit claim deed paperwork with forged signatures, and have themselves declared the new owners of the property. Once this somewhat simple process is complete, the new so-called owners of the property may either resell it to unsuspecting buyers or take out a new mortgage, eventually disappearing with the money. The actual property owner is left with a legal battle on his or her hands, once the fraud is brought to light.
Unfortunately, there is currently no foolproof way to prevent quit claim deed fraud, but there are measures that can be taken to avoid the problem. First, owners of Florida vacation rental homes may wish to establish a land trust that can hide the actual owners' names from public record.

This makes it more difficult for a criminal to forge a signature, and will likely make the property less appealing to a thief. Second, all owners of Florida vacation rental homes should check the property appraiser websites on a weekly basis in order to catch an unauthorized change in ownership or any other inaccurate information as quickly as possible. Finally, owners should talk to their county authorities to ensure that when a quit claim deed is filed, the county is following up to determine that the signature is authentic and that all parties are knowledgeable about the agreement. Some counties already have such measures in place, but not all.

Those looking to purchase Florida vacation rental homes should also be aware of quit claim deed scams and should be careful to review any and all documentation before making a final purchase to make sure the seller of the property does truly have the rights to make the sale. "Quit claim deed fraud can be devastating to the owners of Florida vacation rental homes," said Fraser Hannah, owner of Traveling2Florida.com. "Don't let someone steal your home out from under you - make sure you are aware of the problem and of the potential solutions in order to avoid a major headache down the road."

About Traveling2Florida.com
Traveling2Florida.com was founded in 2003 in response to the frustration felt at the lack of vision shown by many of the existing vacation rental sites. Traveling2Florida.com now connects thousands of travelers directly with the owners of high-quality vacation rentals in Florida, from Orlando to the Florida Keys. For more information about listing rental properties on the site or about finding a property to rent, please visit www.traveling2florida.com.

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Vacation Rentals For Profit Seminar to Take Place in Gatlinburg TN Sept 23

Owners of Vacation Rentals now have access to information to run a profitable business. The Vacation Rentals For Profit Seminar will cover state of the art online techniques that can take you from a cash draining property to a cash flowing machine. Private owners have had trouble finding accurate information about how to run a profitable business. Now this information is available in this seminar format.

Gatlinburg, TN (PRWEB) September 13, 2007 -- Owning a vacation rental for most people is a dream come true. Unfortunately in the past few years it has become a nightmare for some. With the current real estate market in flux, many owners can't sell their vacation homes if they wanted too. The cash flow is driving many owners to record numbers of foreclosures. There is help!

Joe Godar of Vacation Rentals For Profit will be in Gatlinburg TN at the Chalet Village Owners Club, 1319 South Baden Dr. Gatlinburg, Tn. 37738 on September 23. The seminar will be from 1 pm to 5 pm.

Helvetica, sans-serif; TEXT-DECORATION: none" href="http://www.vacationrentalsforprofit.com/" alt="Link to website">Most private owners do not have a system or organized way to run their vacation rental business. What they do have is slow and it makes it hard for the guest to find the rental and also to perform the actual transaction. And most owners are lost in cyberspace when it comes to advertising.

Joe has 18 years of real estate experience in appraising, sales, development and investing in vacation rentals. He also has tremendous on-line business experience that he will share with everyone at the seminar. He is also the creator of the patent pending on-line reservation system for private owners, www.ivacationonline.com.

When asked " What do most owners do wrong in the vacation rental business?", Joe responded, "Most private owners do not have a system or organized way to run their vacation rental business. What they do have is slow and it makes it hard for the guest to find the rental and also to perform the actual transaction. And most owners are lost in cyberspace when it comes to advertising." Joe will show you how to start and stay organized and maximize your cash flow.
Joe will share with the private owners how to compete and win on-line. Also how to profit from the Internet and unlock it's secrets. How to take on-line bookings and compete with management companies and hotels.

All owners attending the seminar will also receive Joe's book, Vacation Rentals For Profit. Registration is available on-line at www.vacationrentalsforprofit.com and seating is limited.
The owner of one unit can be successful. The information is now available to run a profitable vacation rental business.

A1Vacationrentalsgroup announced new site for Lake Tahoe Owners/Travellers!

September 14, 2007: A1VacationRentalsGroup, one of the most exclusive vacation and holiday rentals by owner company, just announced the launch of the new domain, A1LakeTahoevacationrentals.com, where the owners can register and list their property and traveler can findout perfect vacation rental for their stay. Travelers seeking vacation information about the destinations of Lake Tahoe region can find extensive information at this Lake Tahoe specific vacation rentals site.

Characteristic of all A1 Vacation Rentals Group-web sites, this site too easy to use, with comprehensive information about vacation rentals. There are extensive high quality photographs and a vacation rentals navigation tool. A1VacationRentalsGroup has over 10 regional and activity specific sites and a staff in each country, where it provides vacation or holiday rentals, that assures the finest in service.

Below are the other sites provided by A1VacationRentalsGroup:
A1 Holiday Rentals : http://www.a1holidayrentals.co.uk
A1 Hawaii Vacation Rentals : http://www.a1hawaiivacationrentals.com
A1 California Vacation Rentals : http://www.a1californiavacationrentals.com
A1 Florida Vacation Rentals : http://www.a1floridavacationrentals.com
A1 Outer Banks Vacation Rentals : http://www.a1outerbanksvacationrentals.com
A1 Beach Vacation Rentals : http://www.a1beachvacationrentals.com


About A1VacationRentalsGroup.com:
A1 Florida Vacation Rentals is rising as a destination for Florida Vacation Rentals Homes, Villas, Condos, Apartments, and Cottages owners to advertise and market their vacation properties and increase inquiries, bookings and revenue with it's experienced vacation rental marketing staff. Contact A1Vacationrentalsgroup at info@a1vacationrentalsgroup.com for more information!

Sell My Timeshare NOW Says Demand is High for Pet Friendly Timeshares

From Yahoo! News:

Sell My Timeshare NOW, a leading timeshare resale and timeshare rental company, says the need is strong for more pet-friendly resorts in the rapidly growing timeshare and vacation ownership industry.

Dover, NH (PRWEB) Aug. 16, 2007 -- Sell My Timeshare NOW calls on the timeshare industry to make a greater number of pet friendly timeshare units available. A leading timeshare resale and timeshare rental advertising and marketing company, Sell My Timeshare NOW believes that many pet owners would become timeshare owners if resort developers designed more timeshare properties with the needs of pets and their owners in mind.

Statistics compiled from the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association 2005-2006 "National Pet Owners Survey" show that there are approximately 73 million dogs owned in the United States, accounting for roughly 39 percent of U.S. households and 90 million cats owned, or about 34 percent of households.

Sell My Timeshare NOW works with many vacationers who are interested in taking their pets with them on holiday rather than paying the high cost of boarding one or more pets. Dealing with the anxiety that both the pet and the pet owner feel during the separation shouldn't be part of the family vacation. Jason Tremblay, Sell My Timeshare NOW's CEO and founder, says, "While we acknowledge that such facilities do exist, we believe that in light of recent stories regarding the timesharing of dogs and alleged mistreatment of animals by sports stars that more needs to be done to cater to pet owners' holiday experiences."

According to research by Sell My Timeshare NOW, only 45 resorts in the United States offer a pet-friendly policy, or specifically cater to pet owners. Of those resorts, Silverleaf timeshares account for 26 percent of all pet-friendly resorts in the U.S.

Sell My Timeshare NOW assists timeshare buyers and renters in finding the vacation property that best fits their needs, including helping people find pet friendly locations, ensuring that fewer pets are left behind during vacation or travel. Rosanne Luba, Director of Sales, says, "Many of us at Sell My Timeshare NOW are also pet owners. We understand how important it is to be able to include your pet in your holiday plans."

About Sell My Timeshare NOW, LLC:Sell My Timeshare NOW is an industry leader in providing advertising and marketing for timeshare owners wishing to sell or rent their timeshare. In 2006, SellMyTimeshareNOW.com , a leader in timeshare resales and timeshare rentals.presented over $233 million in offers to buy or rent timeshares to their customers.

Jason Tremblay, CEO, is available for interview.
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877-815-4227

AlwaysOnVacation- Vacation Rental Website Announces 24/7 User Interface for Rentals by Owner

(PRLEAP.COM) San Ramon, California — AlwaysOnVacation today announced a new system of posting rental listings that will greatly streamline the process and provide customers with a highly customizable method for updating their listings.With the new system in place, existing members will be able to log into their account and modify their current listings instantly. The automated process will allow pictures to be added or removed, rental prices to be updated and listed features to be changed. Advertisers on the Website may now upload up to nine pictures of their property and select from many options of an easy automated posting process, including descriptions, list of amenities and pricing, all updatable 24/7 by the user by going through their owner section http://www.alwaysonvacation.com/owner/package-promotion.html.

In many cases, listings appear online in minutes compared to up to a day using the previous method. Established in 2004, since that time it has grown to multiple linked Websites serving long term vacation renters and those with properties to rent."Feedback from our advertisers really led to this idea of allowing the user to have full control," Stephen said.

About http://www.alwaysonvacation.com - AlwaysOnVacation is formed of owners and renters, managers of vacation rental reservation services and travel industry executives, with more than 20 years experience in the vacation rental industry. We hope that our passion for vacation rentals is obvious through the care we have given to the building this service. AlwaysOnVacation operates more than 26 regional and activity based websites which includes: Florida Vacation Rentals , Hawaii Vacation Rentals , Florida Vacation Getaways , Colorado Vacation Rentals , Orlando Disney , and more ...

Vacation All Year Round On Siesta Key

From Ezine Article: By Marc Rasmussen

Imagine eight miles of pure white crystal sand surrounded by the turquoise seas of The Gulf of Mexico and Sarasota bay. Imagine enjoying your favorite beverage on the terrace and watching the sun set over the gulf. Siesta Key is an eight mile long barrier island just off the Sarasota, Florida coast. This magical destination is considered by many to be paradise.

The island is stunningly beautiful. It enjoys balmy weather year round, with the January lows in the mid-50s and the August highs in the high 90s. One stroll down the powdery white sands of Siesta Key beach and you may never want to leave. There is so much to do one the island from hanging on the beach, eating a meal at the Daquiri Deck, shopping in the village, fishing from your boat, jetskiiing with your friends or parasailing in the ocean. The island features funky and chic little shops, a mix of fine dining and beachfront snack shacks, and everything you’d ever want while you’re on vacation – but why let it end with vacation?

Siesta Key is also home to a year round community that is eclectic, warm and welcoming. You can invest in your future with a second home or a primary residence in one of several Siesta Key luxury condominium complexes, or opt for a luxury water front home with boat acces. With prices for Siesta Key homes and condos starting at around $300,000 and topping out at around $8 million, Siesta Key has a well-deserved reputation as an enclave for those who truly appreciate the finer things in life.

Experience Luxury at Squaw Creek Resort

From EzineArticles by Kevin Rockwell:

Lake Tahoe is home to Squaw Valley, a former home to the winter Olympics in 1960. Squaw Valley also features the Squaw Creek resort, which has much to offer Lake Tahoe visitors. The resort is located in California. It is just a few minutes drive to the shores of Lake Tahoe. It is located in the mountains and offers 405 rooms. This resort offers a range of amenities, including dining and shopping. Squaw Creek also has skiing, an ice skating rink and even art galleries. There really is something for everyone here.

Squaw Creek resort offers some very luxurious accommodations. The rooms feature amenities like LCD flat screen televisions, full kitchens and fireplaces. It is a home like stay, but with all the luxuries. You can enjoy these activities all year round, so it is perfect for a skiing vacation or a nice mountain getaway in the summertime. Squaw Creek resort is a AA ranked four diamond resort. It offers full service by the welcoming and courteous staff. It features its own chair lift to the Squaw Valley mountain resort during the skiing season. It also features world class golf courses, four restaurants, three swimming pools- both indoors and out- a spa, a salon, a fitness center and even a children's program.

The rooms feature pillow topped mattresses, speaker phones, voice mail, wireless internet access, refrigerators, hair dryers, stereos, coffee makers, iron, ironing board, heating and cooling controls, and pay per view movies and video games. Some rooms include fireplaces and kitchens. There are also laundry services on site. There are also on site conference rooms with indoor and outdoor meeting space available. All conference areas include visual and audio equipment, refreshment areas and professional planning managers, if they are needed.
Squaw Creek resort is found on Squaw Creek Road in Olympic Valley California. It opened in 1990. Squaw Creek is located within an hour of the Reno/Tahoe Airport.

Stay in luxury while you enjoy the picturesque Squaw Valley setting. But sure and get out of the hot tub and see the scenery that surrounds the resort up close and personal. Take the gondola to the top of Squaw Valley for a magnificent view of the mountain, fine dining, ice skating in the winter, swimming in the summer, and access to the mountain trails for some adventure whether it is summer or winter. Squaw Creek will not disappoint your Lake Tahoe vacation as a comfortable and luxurious destination.

Kevin Rockwell writes about Lake Tahoe at Lake Tahoe Fun where you can get a copy of the free special report "The Top Ten Things To Do At Lake Tahoe" Hint: this activity is in the report. Get your copy today at http://lake-tahoe-fun.com