That stress doubles when you’re preparing to sell your home and want your pool to look like the relaxing oasis buyers imagine it to be. Having a pool can be a major selling feature for the right buyer. But buyers looking for a pool don’t want to see your pool and immediately think, “This is going to be a lot of work.”
Before you sell your home, you should consider the following:
• Is your pool clean? If it’s an above-ground pool, are the parts rusting and liner showing signs of wear and tear? If it’s an in-ground pool, are the cement, tile and grout spotless? • Are there any broken parts or leaks? Does it have broken tiles or cracked cement? • Is it fenced in? You may run into zoning code issues if you don’t have a proper fence installed. • Is it low on water? If buyers don’t notice these issues themselves, a home inspector will be sure to point them out. You’re better off handling any potential issues before you put your home for sale, rather than scrambling to fix them later on. And are you aware that many lenders wont be able to lend if the pool is not functional? Take care of these issues prior to listing. Make the pool a dream for the new buyer and not a nightmare.
The Roof Over Your Head
The old saying goes, “As long as you have a roof over your head,
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