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VistaJet Introduces a Monthly Dynamic Jet Lease

This new short-term lease from VistaJet offers a dedicated aircraft and crew for one, two or three months. The fixed monthly cost includes up to 50 hours usage per month with additional hours available at a reduced rate.

Flexjet Uses Own Aircraft to Ferry Crews. Avoids Commercial Planes.
The large fractional private jet company is now using only its own aircraft to get its pilots and other crew members in place. This crew ferry program has been developed to limit the exposure of…
Flying on Private Aircraft During the Covid-19 Outbreak
As the Coronavirus, also known as Covid-19, leads to large-scale cancellations of vacations, school, conferences, and sporting events, a number of businesses are wondering how best to continue, while ensuring the safety of their employees…
Wheels Up Acquires Gama Aviation Signature
Wheels Up has continued its recent acquisition spree. It just acquired Gama Aviation Signature, a leading private aviation services company that provides aircraft management, private jet charter, and ancillary support for its managed aircraft. Gama…

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Equity Residences Introduces 1031 Compatible Fund for Vacation Homes

Equity Residences launched its first luxury vacation home investment fund, the Equity Villa Fund, in 2012. Now it’s launching the first-ever vacation home fund compatible with “like kind” 1031 exchanges - the Mauna Lani Residence Fund.

Three New Homes at Equity Estates
The equity residence fund has recently opened new homes. For a couple of these homes the fund did renovations after acquiring them, in order to bring them up to the…
Update on Inspirato Pass Program
Last year, luxury destination club Inspirato launched a new one-of-a-kind program – Inspirato Pass. The monthly subscription program offers unlimited access to all sorts of membership benefits, including exclusive vacation…
New Homes in Hawaii and the Caribbean for Equity Residences
Equity Residences continues to add new residences in popular beach destinations in both Hawaii and the Caribbean. Managing Director Greg Salley told us about the two newest acquisitions in Providenciales…

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2019 Year End Holiday Jet Card Offers

As the year draws to a close, there are some interesting special deals available from several jet card companies. Here are some of this year’s offers.

Air Partner Launches Fixed Hourly Rate Trans-Atlantic Jet Card
Air Partner jet card holders have always been able to use their US card balance for flights in Europe, and European card holders can use their cards in the North…
Aircraft Sourcing for Jet Card Companies
The choice of providers for aircraft and crew can make or break the reputation of a jet card company. We spoke with four major jet card firms, all of whom…
The Alternatives to Private Jet Cards
Jet cards have been getting a lot of press lately, and with good reason. For the right type of flyer, they can save both money and time. But a private…

Fractional Jets

Negotiating Fractional Jet Contract Terms

SherpaReport talked to two experts in the field of fractional aircraft agreements to find out which terms are negotiable. Between them these advisors have seen hundreds of fractional contracts. Here’s a rundown on the areas to look at if you are buying a share in...

Fractional Ownership of a Midsize Jet
Several aviation providers offer fractional programs for midsize jets with a couple of specific models proving most popular. This article gives an overview and comparison of the programs.
Deciding Between Fractional Ownership of an Aircraft or Leasing
Many of the large fractional jet providers also offer a leasing option. Which one is better for you depends on personal circumstances including investment plans and actual travel needs. SherpaReport…
Deciding between Fractional Aircraft vs Whole Ownership of a Plane
If you're weighing up whether to buy your own private aircraft or whether to buy a fraction, the simplest advice you'll hear is how much do you fly? But this…

Whole Aircraft Ownership

Tax Changes Impacting Aircraft Purchasers

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (Trump’s Tax Reform Act) was passed in December of 2017 and includes some significant changes that impact anyone buying a plane.

How To Select A Broker to Help Sell Your Jet Aircraft
It always amazes me just how many people are caught out when they make the decision to sell their aircraft, but when you look at the array of specialists offering…
Seven Mistakes When Buying An Aircraft
Acquiring your own aircraft takes some thought and planning. If you know what you’re doing and have a good team to help you, the process can go fairly smoothly. But…
The Market Factors That Affect Aircraft Demand
Numerous factors affect the market for used business jets. This article reviews some of the major drivers and explains how they are affecting the current market.

Details: Category: Fractional Home News; Published: 02 December 2014

One of the newest fractional properties available is the Grand Casia Rubia, located in Puerto Escondido on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. Boasting 6 bedrooms, 4 that are oceanfront, and 7 bathrooms along with professional staff, this oceanfront residence will have a total of just 13 owners.

Details: Category: Fractional Home News; Published: 29 July 2014

Elite Alliance, an exchange provider that works with residence clubs and professionally-managed vacation homes, has just announced a partnership with Utopian luxury vacation homes. The partnership will offer exchange opportunties and discounted rates at Utopian's properties to Elite Alliance members. In addition, Elite Alliance will serve as the exclusive exchange provider for Utopian's homeowners.

Details: Category: Fractional Home News; Written by Nick Copley; Published: 10 October 2013

Luxury home exchange company, 3RDHOME enables second home owners to exchange time in their home for stays at premier luxury destinations worldwide. They have added over 20 developments and fractional residence clubs to their affiliate offerings for members.

Details: Category: Fractional Home News; Written by Nick Copley; Published: 29 March 2013

Founded by Wade Shealy in 2010, this new luxury home exchange company offers second homeowners the chance to trade time in their own home for vacations around the world. In just two years it claims to have saved its members over $10 million in rental fees.