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Army Guy 04-16-2011 03:01 PM
Property Tax question on adding spa
 
I have heard in other posts that when you add an inground spa it will add to your property tax versus a above ground spa you buy and have delivered. I know the amount will vary villa to villa, but what would a good ball-park amount be that it would increase by? We are trying to figure out which way to go.
Thanks!
Army Guy

Bogie Shooter 04-16-2011 04:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Army Guy (Post 347269)
I have heard in other posts that when you add an inground spa it will add to your property tax versus a above ground spa you buy and have delivered. I know the amount will vary villa to villa, but what would a good ball-park amount be that it would increase by? We are trying to figure out which way to go.
Thanks!
Army Guy
Sumter County Property Appraiser can answer your question.
http://www.sumterpa.com/

ijusluvit 04-16-2011 07:54 PM
Sounds like you can afford the higher cost of an in-gound if you are really considering it. That's the big question, of course. If your tax assessment is increased it will be a small factor.

I have met five TV'rs who have above-ground spas and wish they had opted for in-grounds instead. Every one of the dissatisfied folks has gotten tired of, or nervous about climbing in and out of above-ground spas, and the need for extra maintenance and chemical use. They end up using the spa less and less over time.

In-grounds require less work, and almost none if they are combined with a small pool. I also love the fact that in-grounds look beautiful, instead of clunky, seem to take less space in the birdcage, and do increase the resale value of the property.

punkpup 04-16-2011 08:41 PM
Above Ground VS In Ground Spas
 
In ground is all well and good but you don't get nearly the seating and jet options you would in an Above Ground/Portable Spa.
There are many different ways to install a portable Spa to increase safety. One of the ways which is the safest is to build decking and insert the spa so that half of it is below the deck and then make sure to have a strong railing so that getting in and out is much safer.
Another option is to purchase or build extra wide/deep spa steps which provide a good sturdy landing. There are even steps you can purchase with storage in them.

Bogie Shooter 04-17-2011 06:25 AM
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Originally Posted by punkpup (Post 347340)
In ground is all well and good but you don't get nearly the seating and jet options you would in an Above Ground/Portable Spa.
There are many different ways to install a portable Spa to increase safety. One of the ways which is the safest is to build decking and insert the spa so that half of it is below the deck and then make sure to have a strong railing so that getting in and out is much safer.
Another option is to purchase or build extra wide/deep spa steps which provide a good sturdy landing. There are even steps you can purchase with storage in them.
Why are you shouting? (such large font)

graciegirl 04-17-2011 06:49 AM
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Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter (Post 347388)
Why are you shouting? (such large font)
Bogie Shooter. I always agree with what you say. You are never wordy, but you always get to the heart of the matter.

swimdawg 04-17-2011 07:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter (Post 347388)
Why are you shouting? (such large font)
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Time to make an appointment with the eye doctor! :)

katezbox 04-17-2011 07:54 AM
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Originally Posted by graciegirl (Post 347393)
Bogie Shooter. I always agree with what you say. You are never wordy, but you always get to the heart of the matter.
I just hope that Punkpup just messed up his fonts is not visually impaired. Punkpup, if you have trouble with the smaller fonts, you can "shout" at me anytime.....

Bogie Shooter 04-17-2011 10:50 AM
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Originally Posted by katezbox (Post 347405)
I just hope that Punkpup just messed up his fonts is not visually impaired. Punkpup, if you have trouble with the smaller fonts, you can "shout" at me anytime.....
Well, excuse me!

skyguy79 04-17-2011 11:45 AM
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Originally Posted by swimdawg (Post 347395)
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Time to make an appointment with the eye doctor! :)

ajdeck 04-17-2011 12:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Army Guy (Post 347269)
I have heard in other posts that when you add an inground spa it will add to your property tax versus a above ground spa you buy and have delivered. I know the amount will vary villa to villa, but what would a good ball-park amount be that it would increase by? We are trying to figure out which way to go.
Thanks!
Army Guy

Resale is not always a positive with pools or built in spas. I have seen many homes people loved but did not buy due to a built in.


Just something to think about.

katezbox 04-17-2011 06:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter (Post 347451)
Well, excuse me!
Sorry Bogie,

Didn't mean to slam you - but I know some folks here have an issue w/ the font size. Actually, I think Skyguy may have it rite,...er right....

Pturner 04-17-2011 07:34 PM
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Originally Posted by skyguy79 (Post 347463)

Oh. I thought I wasn't eating enough carrots. :024:

Bill-n-Brillo 04-17-2011 08:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Pturner (Post 347546)
Oh. I thought I wasn't eating enough carrots. :024:
:loco:

Bill :wave:

graciegirl 04-17-2011 08:18 PM
Oh MY! I wish I would have become older sooner so I would have met you all a long time ago.

You are all crazy and I just love you.


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