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Old 09-19-2009, 01:25 AM   #1
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I feel like I double won the lottery

We found a re-sale contract to add on - have been looking for a year!

(of course we need to pass ROFR but i am feeling the force)


Next -- I was able to use points from our other DVC at six months out to replace a 2 BR cash night at BCV -- during spring break! I still can't believe it.


So we get to take that cash from our vacation account and apply it to the new contract!

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Old 09-19-2009, 01:27 AM   #2
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Congratulations on being able to use your points for your BCV instead of cash and hope the resell comes through for you.
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Old 09-19-2009, 04:14 AM   #3
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How great - I hope the resale contract comes through for you.
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Old 09-19-2009, 09:07 AM   #7
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with ROFR and enjoying a great vacation!
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Congratulations!!!

so are you trying to buy at BCV?
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That's great news Good luck!!
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thank you for all the warm wishes and pixies!
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