So we have the thread about non-economical reasons to join DVC. I'd like to turn the tables for those who prefer hard numbers. Here's how it will work: There are expenses, and there are savings. Most of them are specific to how each person/family travels. Add items to each category in your response. In the end, we'll have a lengthy list of both expenses, and savings. Individuals trying to make the decision can fill in values that are appropriate to them and leave out the values that don't apply, and get their own set of numbers. BTW, I'm not looking for hard numbers. Just a description of the expense or saving.
Expenses:
Initial Buy in cost
Annual Dues
Park Tickets
Travel expenses
Meals
Savings:
TIW cards
Discounts on APs
Merchandise Discounts
Golf Discounts
Estimated Cost of non-DVC room per trip (minus anticipated discounts)
DDP Discounts
Discounts on Park Tickets
Eating from the Kitchen
Expenses:
Initial Buy in cost
Annual Dues
Park Tickets
Travel expenses
Meals
Savings:
TIW cards
Discounts on APs
Merchandise Discounts
Golf Discounts
Estimated Cost of non-DVC room per trip (minus anticipated discounts)
DDP Discounts
Discounts on Park Tickets
Eating from the Kitchen