Massachusetts Timeshare Cancellation Guide
This is one of the shortest windows in the US. Send your letter today.
3 business days (not calendar days). Send notice by certified mail immediately. MGL c. 183B, § 6.
How to cancel your Massachusetts timeshare
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Act within 3 days of signing
The clock started the moment you signed the contract — not when you got home. Count 3 calendar days from your signing date. That is your deadline.
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Write your cancellation letter
Include: your full name, address, and phone number; the contract number and date; the resort name and property description; and a clear statement: "I am hereby exercising my right to cancel my timeshare contract under Massachusetts law." Sign and date it.
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Send by certified mail with return receipt
Go to the post office. Send the letter via USPS Certified Mail with Return Receipt Requested. Keep the green card when it comes back. Keep a copy of the letter and your receipt. Do not rely on email or phone.
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Send to the address in your contract
Use the address listed for rescission/cancellation in your purchase contract. Some resorts list a different address for cancellations than for general correspondence. Use the specific cancellation address if one is listed.
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Follow up in writing if ignored
If the developer ignores your cancellation, send a second certified letter referencing your original cancellation date and USPS tracking number. Contact the Massachusetts Attorney General's office and file a complaint with the CFPB.
Sample rescission letter elements
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[Date]
[Developer / Resort Name]
[Cancellation Address from Contract]
Re: Cancellation of Timeshare Purchase Contract
Contract No.: [Your Contract Number]
Purchase Date: [Date You Signed]
Dear Sir or Madam:
I am exercising my right to cancel the above-referenced timeshare purchase contract pursuant to Massachusetts law. I am within the 3-day rescission period provided by MA timeshare law. I request a full refund of all amounts paid.
Sincerely,
[Your Signature]
[Your Printed Name]
Deed-back / surrender programs in Massachusetts
Formal deed-back programs are less common from developers operating primarily in Massachusetts. Contact your specific developer directly to ask if they have any voluntary surrender or hardship-exit programs. Policies vary widely by brand and HOA.
Official resources
- Massachusetts Attorney General: Search “Massachusetts attorney general consumer protection timeshare” for the current complaint form.
- CFPB Complaint Portal: consumerfinance.gov/complaint
- FTC Report Fraud: reportfraud.ftc.gov
- TUGBBS Community: tug2.com — real owner forums for Massachusetts resorts
Still within your window?
If you signed within the last 3 days, your rescission right is active and free. Do not pay anyone to do this for you.
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