Property Operations 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|

Protecting Your Timeshare Legacy Through Smart Planning and Wise Partnership

The landscape for legacy timeshare resorts is quickly changing. Across the country, self-managed resorts are navigating a mix of challenges and opportunities that would have been hard to imagine a decade ago. Rising insurance costs, labor shortages, updated building requirements, and unpredictable weather patterns have placed new demands on already over-tasked operations.

2025-11-18T22:00:24+00:00November 18, 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|

Understanding Timeshare Owner Sentiment: The Silent Majority

During in-depth conversations with timeshare HOA boards across the country, one theme has consistently emerged — the critical importance of understanding the nuanced needs of owners. As one long-termed board president aptly stated, "Owners reveal their desires both through their words but also, and sometimes even more loudly, by how they use their checkbooks."

2025-09-28T19:37:59+00:00June 5, 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|

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|

Navigating Disaster Preparedness in Property Management

In an era of increasingly frequent and severe natural disasters, property managers are under growing pressure to ensure financial and operational resilience. Gary Porter, CEO of Facilities Advisors International, has spent decades advising property associations on managing these challenges, with a focus on proactive planning, legal considerations, insurance strategies, and the integration of technology.

2025-06-30T20:20:28+00:00January 2, 2025|

Transforming Aging Timeshare Resorts with Strategic Management

In a recent interview with TimeSharing Today, Scott MacGregor, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, and Jan Barrow, Senior Vice President of Business Development at Lemonjuice Solutions, offered timely insight into the challenges facing legacy timeshare resorts and the company’s innovative approaches to addressing them. Their perspectives shed light on Lemonjuice Solutions’ expertise in strategic management, owner communications, financial stability, and operational excellence.

2025-11-11T21:02:47+00:00December 12, 2024|