Frequently Asked Questions

Since 2006, Equity Estates has been raising capital for its Luxury Vacation Funds. Each Fund is investor-owned, offering you the smartest way to own and enjoy luxury vacation homes around the world. Professional property management and maintenance are included in the dues, along with personal concierge and travel-planning services to enhance your Equity Estates experience. Our investors enjoy all of the benefits of owning luxury vacation homes without the headaches.

We expect Fund VII to own twelve residences in highly sought-after vacation destinations. We are long-term, buy and hold managers. Beginning in 2036, we expect to begin selling all the residences in Fund VII and distributing the proceeds.

No, it’s actually quite different. Timeshares are buying time in a place with no connection to owning an asset. Equity Estates investors are purchasing into a luxury real estate fund which owns a portfolio of homes.

Timeshares do not offer an exit other than selling to a new buyer. At Equity Estates, there is a defined liquidity event. At the end of your Equity Estates Fund, we sell all of the homes, pay you back first 100% of your initial capital contribution, and then 80% of the profits. With timeshare properties, it is usually difficult to recoup your initial investment, let alone any appreciation.

Equity Estates’ investors own a portfolio of homes with purchase prices ranging between $3 to $7million. With timeshares you are limited to one place, it’s a completely different ballpark—think Orlando or Las Vegas hotel rooms versus a private villa estate.

At Equity Estates, there are no fixed weeks, we just require two night minimum stays. We also offer variety and you can stay throughout all Fund portfolios, not just the ones you own. Timeshares sometimes offer the ability to stay in sister properties and seem to offer week long stays only.

Each Fund has a defined exit, where the portfolio will be sold and distributions made. Let us know if you want specifics on each Funds’ timeframe–they average about a ten year hold. While none of the funds are designed for short term “flip” investing, and each fund’s private offering memorandum should be reviewed carefully to understand the secondary market limitations, we have helped investors get out before their Fund liquidates.

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Absolutely. Ownership can be held in an individual’s name, couple’s name, or a legal entity such as an LLC or family trust, with a designated representative. Unaccompanied guests over the age of 25 may enjoy the homes and will be treated with the same exemplary concierge service that investors enjoy.

Privileges vary by destination and may include access to resorts and private club facilities. Five-star concierge services are provided by Equity Estates’ Vacation Concierge and Local Hosts. These professionals are available for pre-arrival planning and offer on-site support services. The team comes with ideas to showcase each destinations’ best experiences. Support services include, but are not limited to: researching and booking the best activities for all ages, private chef options, transportation; pre-arrival grocery shopping; making dinner reservations, spa appointments and/or golf tee times; procuring ski passes, concert tickets, and access to other events; and arranging for babysitting service and much more. Each residence is equipped with rainy day activities and games for kids and adults. Whatever you want, whatever you need, we’ll do the planning.

With the Executive investment level started at 15 nights of annual allotted access, and additional investment levels available, you can decide what’s best for you. Stays can be reserved on short notice on an unlimited basis, or you may plan up to three years in advance using allotted access.

Much like private golf clubs, Equity Estates deliberately underutilizes its assets to ensure accessibility. If all of our investors use all of their allocated nights, the residences are only occupied for 57% of the year. Our investor-to-property ratio is based on an average of no more than seven full investment interests per property (7:1). We will walk you through the calendars so you may see it live.

Yes, you may use residences in other Equity Estates Funds, as well as the homes of our reciprocity partners.

There are two ways to book your nights. Our investors portal and application allows you to instantly access the entire portfolio for bookings 24/7. You may also call your Personal Account Manager you may book on your behalf.

For those who want to experience the world together in new ways, Expeditions extend the Equity Estates journey beyond the portfolio. These investor-only journeys are designed for shared discovery and meaningful time together – whether that means exploring ancient Egypt, savoring Tuscany with all five senses, or skiing fresh powder in Japan.

Enjoy a curated portfolio of luxury vacation homes, with targeted purchase prices between $3M–$7M each.

Each one is thoughtfully designed for gathering, so friends, family, and every generation feel right at home from the second they walk in the door.

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We have more than 60 homes and growing in our portfolio and access more than 30 homes through reciprocal partners. Click here for the most up to date list of our global portfolio.

Equity Estates’ maintenance standards are extremely stringent. We understand and have budgeted appropriately for the upkeep and maintenance required to maximize appreciation of our luxurious assets. There are periodic inspections by our experienced property managers and Local Hosts, as well as feedback from Investors that guide necessary repairs and preventative maintenance.