The Berkley Group is the company behind many timeshares that owners know by a resort name rather than the developer's name. If you bought a deeded week at a Vacation Village property, The Berkley Group is very likely the developer behind it. For owners facing rising fees and a commitment that does not end, understanding the developer helps. If you are researching Berkley Group timeshare cancellation, this page is a place to start.
It explains who The Berkley Group is, why owners look for an exit, and how a timeshare attorney can help you understand your options.
The Berkley Group at a Glance
The Berkley Group, Inc. is a resort development company founded in the early 1980s and headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It has historically been described as employee-owned, and it does business under the Vacation Village Resorts and Affiliates brand. Over its history, the company has been involved in the sales, marketing, and development of more than 50 resorts, with an owner base reported in the hundreds of thousands of families.
Its resorts stretch from Florida to Virginia, Massachusetts, and Nevada, and its properties are managed by an affiliated company, Daily Management, Inc., which dates to 1981. In January 2025, both The Berkley Group and Daily Management were acquired by Vacatia, Inc., a California-based company that provides services to independent resorts. Owners today are therefore dealing with a business under new corporate ownership.
How Berkley Group Ownership Works
Most owners hold a deeded interest at a specific resort developed or marketed by The Berkley Group. The recurring pressure points mirror the broader industry:
- Annual maintenance fees. Charged each year and generally rising, whether or not the interest is used.
- A deeded, indefinite commitment. The obligation is written to continue, which makes an independent exit difficult.
Why Berkley Group Owners Want a Way Out
Because The Berkley Group is the developer rather than the name on the door, many owners are not sure who they are dealing with. That uncertainty grows after a corporate acquisition. Add rising fees, limited resale value, and a lasting obligation, and it is easy to see why owners begin looking for how to cancel a timeshare tied to this developer.
Options for Getting Out
Owners generally weigh a few routes, each with real limits.
Resale
Deeded interests often resell for very little, and upfront-fee resale schemes are common. Real caution is warranted before paying anyone.
Exit Companies
Exit companies advertise fast results but are not law firms and cannot practice law. It is worth reading why a law firm can be a better choice than an exit company before committing.
Working With a Timeshare Attorney
A licensed attorney can review the resort contract, how it was sold, and your current obligations, then explain what a timeshare cancellation effort might involve in your case.
Why Berkley Group Owners Work With a Law Firm
A law firm differs from a marketing company. Finn Law Group is a national consumer protection law firm in Florida focused on timeshare matters, with attorneys who have advocated for vacation ownership consumers for decades. Litigation is led by managing attorney J. Andrew Meyer, who has handled individual, multi-plaintiff, and class-based timeshare cases. That accountability matters when resolving a long-term obligation.
How Finn Law Group Approaches Berkley Group Cases
Since owners often identify their timeshare by the resort name, the work starts by pinning down the actual contract and developer, then reviewing how the interest was sold, the fees and financing that remain, and your goals. Outcomes depend on the individual facts, so the emphasis is on clarity rather than pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my timeshare is a Berkley Group property?
If you own at a Vacation Village or affiliated resort, The Berkley Group is likely the developer. A review of your paperwork can confirm the entity and its current owner.
Does the Vacatia acquisition affect my obligation?
A change in corporate ownership does not usually cancel an existing deeded obligation. See related questions on the firm's timeshare FAQ page.
Talk to a Timeshare Attorney About Your Berkley Group Ownership
If you are unsure about your options, an attorney can help clarify them. You can schedule a free consultation to talk through your ownership and the paths that may be open to you.
This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Outcomes vary based on the facts of each individual situation, and you should consult a licensed attorney about your own circumstances.
