Industry News Archives

A Lifetime of Ownership and the Responsibility to Plan Ahead

Timeshare ownership is often discussed in terms of contracts and controversy, but less attention is given to long-time owners who build family traditions and step into leadership when governance challenges arise. Mary Connel’s story reflects both the personal value of ownership and the responsibility of Board service – especially when governing documents define a finite future. I realized this was not a financial investment. Instead, it was an investment in our family’s happiness and the memories.

2026-10-08T21:37:15+00:00October 8, 2026|

Deferred Maintenance to Sustainable Management Pt. 2

In Part One, we examined the financial and operational pressures that legacy timeshare HOAs face from deferred maintenance and insurance spikes to the limits of traditional bank lending. Now we’ll focus on how thoughtful planning, market awareness, and the right management approach can turn those pressures into opportunities.

2026-04-09T15:59:36+00:00December 16, 2025|

Deferred Maintenance to Sustainable Management Pt. 1

Across the country, timeshare HOA boards are confronting an uncomfortable truth – aging buildings, new legal requirements, and a more demanding travel market require money, often more than an association has planned for. Owners want attractive, competitive resorts and stable maintenance fees. Storms, wildfires, and rising insurance costs don’t wait for budgets.

2026-04-09T15:58:55+00:00December 14, 2025|

Lemonjuice Secures Over $855,000 in Funding to Address Vermont PFAS Challenges at Mountainside Resort at Stowe

Lemonjuice Solutions has successfully secured over $855,000 in grant funding and loan forgiveness to support essential water infrastructure upgrades at Mountainside Resort at Stowe. This achievement ensures long-term regulatory compliance and positions the property for future operational sustainability, despite growing environmental and municipal challenges across Vermont.

2025-11-11T14:46:44+00:00October 7, 2025|

Jeff Ingram: A Lifetime of Lessons in Hospitality, Reimagined for Today’s Resorts

Jeff Ingram never expected a summer job at a Kissimmee hotel to shape the course of his life. But more than four decades later, his journey through hotel operations, vacation rentals, and timeshare leadership has led him to a unique role - reimagining aging resorts across the country. Today, he serves as Senior Vice President of Real Estate Redevelopment at Lemonjuice Capital Solutions.

2026-07-02T17:00:23+00:00June 20, 2025|

From Cockpits to Communities: Jan Barrow’s Purposeful Journey in the Timeshare Industry

Jan Barrow never set out to become a leader in the timeshare world—but her journey from hospitality’s front lines to the executive team at Lemonjuice Solutions reveals a career defined by grit, vision, and an unwavering commitment to people.

2025-09-28T19:38:42+00:00May 30, 2025|

Why Website Accessibility Matters: WCAG Compliance & Legal Trends

Digital inclusion is not just a technical consideration but a moral and legal obligation. Hospitality brands that fail to make their digital experiences accessible risk alienating potential guests and owners and exposing themselves to legal risk. By embracing inclusive design, resorts not only comply with regulations like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) but also demonstrate a commitment to welcoming all guests.

2025-09-28T19:39:38+00:00May 10, 2025|

Scott MacGregor: A Lifetime in Hospitality and Timeshare Leadership

For Scott MacGregor, a four-decade journey in the timeshare and hospitality industries began with an unexpected start in the culinary arts. During a recent interview with TimeSharing Today, MacGregor reflected on his career, recalling the people and pivotal moments that shaped his path.

2025-06-30T18:38:23+00:00April 9, 2025|

An Evolution of Vision: Alex Krakovsky’s Journey from Timeshare Owner to Industry Leader

Alex Krakovsky’s journey from a timeshare owner in Ocean City, Maryland, to the Chief Executive Officer of Lemonjuice Capital Solutions is a compelling story of curiosity, perseverance, and innovation. Through personal experiences and a keen eye for opportunity, Krakovsky transformed his understanding of timeshares into a career dedicated to revitalizing and reimagining legacy resorts for a sustainable future.

2025-09-28T19:40:39+00:00March 14, 2025|

Repurposing of Legacy Timeshare Resorts

Cedar Village was built in the early 1970s. It was a thriving association at one time, but in later years, it faced the typical challenges of a declining and aging ownership base, resulting in decreasing annual revenues to support the complex. We tried various strategies to reinvigorate the complex, association, and ownership, but our results were limited and insufficient for long-term sustainability.

2025-11-11T20:10:53+00:00March 5, 2025|