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Answers (5)
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- Pasadenan
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I thought everything was an excuse to ask for a reduction.
I certainly would ask for a reduction for radioactive granite counter-tops that have to be coated with a mixture of solvents and plastic every 6 months in spite of the Realtor thinking they add value. If they don't add value to me as a buyer, I need a reduction to get rid of it.
Sure, I used to think a pool in a house was an advantage, but now I just see it as a liability that not only is an insurance and health risk, but that also takes up substantial valuable space, takes a lot of maintenance time and is a potential breading ground for mold and mosquitoes.
I certainly would ask for a reduction for radioactive granite counter-tops that have to be coated with a mixture of solvents and plastic every 6 months in spite of the Realtor thinking they add value. If they don't add value to me as a buyer, I need a reduction to get rid of it.
Sure, I used to think a pool in a house was an advantage, but now I just see it as a liability that not only is an insurance and health risk, but that also takes up substantial valuable space, takes a lot of maintenance time and is a potential breading ground for mold and mosquitoes.
- Cindy LaPeer ABR, e-PRO,SFR, Cdrs, "Houston Metro Pro"
- Contributions:2239
Pasa - I do love your posts. You never fail to give me something to think about that I had not thought about before!
Like many amenities an owner adds in his/her home, the value of it lies in the buyer. To some, it would be a waste of space, but to others it would be a dream come true. Is your community composed mostly of older people? If so, it could be a selling point.
Like many amenities an owner adds in his/her home, the value of it lies in the buyer. To some, it would be a waste of space, but to others it would be a dream come true. Is your community composed mostly of older people? If so, it could be a selling point.
- Meisela
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No , no endless pool , just an exercise-pool , for the elderly owners .Although nicely done , I think I could get more heated SqFt , therefore ask for a higher price when I am getting ready to sell , or am I wrong ?
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- Maria Morton, "MariaMorton"
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Many people would consider an exercise pool an asset rather than a liability - provided it is tastefully done.
- Eric Abrams, "Ericmabrams"
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Do you mean an "Endless Pool?" It could be seen as something that could add value to the property.
If it's properly installed, I'd not view it as a detriment to the value of the home.
Eric M. Abrams
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Executive Sales, Leasing, and Investment
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California Real Estate Broker
DRE License# 01862927
Highland Partners Prudential
342 Highland Avenue
Piedmont, CA 94611
If it's properly installed, I'd not view it as a detriment to the value of the home.
Eric M. Abrams
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Executive Sales, Leasing, and Investment
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California Real Estate Broker
DRE License# 01862927
Highland Partners Prudential
342 Highland Avenue
Piedmont, CA 94611
Would you ask for a price reduction because of a exercise-pool existing in the house ?
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