Should I buy a home with a swimming pool?
By Bob Millaway, South Jersey Community Expert & REALTOR®
A pool adds enjoyment and can be a selling point in warmer months, but it also adds costs: higher insurance premiums, increased energy bills, regular cleaning and chemical treatments, and eventual repair or replacement expenses. Pools can also reduce your usable yard space. In South Jersey, pools are desirable to some buyers but not all. Consider whether the added expense and maintenance fit your lifestyle.
Why It Matters
A pool can enhance your quality of life if you use it regularly, but it also adds ongoing costs and maintenance that many homeowners underestimate.
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