Yes. We just cleaned one. Looks much better clean! Buyers don't like surprises. Don't play dirty pool.

Pools are essential in the South, but up North they can be a detriment.

Some listing agentstoss in EVERY photo they take ! We use less than 50% of what we shoot !

More like pools that make you go "Ewwwwwww".  

I do not include pictures of anything negative in my marketing.  However, I do disclose to agents when they call for showings

 ewwww. Let's all say call the doctor for a shot after looking at that water.

They should be cited for mosquito habitat.

I have more buyers saying, "Do not show me a house with a pool" than those that actually want one. Here they are only used maybe four or so months a year and many people think they are more trouble than they are worth.

If someone DID want a pool and it was black, they wouldn't be happy.

When I list REO properties with pools, they're almost always in horrible condition, I suggest they get it "fixed" prior to listing, then take pictures. 

 With bank owned it shows a true picture of what the buyer is getting.  Gross! :-) Kasey

The one you posted today was scary.  I think it might be a good idea to post a photo of it in any condition so the buyer isn't surprised when they walk to the back yard.  At least they know going in what they would be dealing with.

 another reason to focus on new construction....nothing's dirty...

If any picture does not help market the house it should not be included.

If closed perhaps but only if clean.  If the pool is filthy ... keep that photo in the drawer with the cluttered homes and toilets with the seat up.

In my market, the snowbelt of Lake Erie, a pool is NOT an asset no matter the conditon. Too much liability, work, expense for maybe 3-4 months of enjoyment.

Only if picture perfect and it is exactly that in real life.

It is what it is, so why not disclose it up front?

I would say yes if the pool is closed for the season, but no if it is filthy!

Scott Godzyk Maybe if it has a good cover, otherwise no.

If the intent is to 'un-sell' the house then all detrimental images should be included.

If the intent is to 'sell' the house, put on exhibition those things that inspire. As we all know the house for sale that has no kitchen images has communicated what needs to be known about the kitchen.

As for that mosquito breeder, I'd keep in under-wraps with a remediation estimate in hand.

Closed or filthy, the pool and it's condition should be an accurate portrayal for the potential Buyers.

I wouldn't in that condi

If it is closed I would not include a picture.

Scott,

They should the seller into getting it cleaned up.  A

Not filthy but a picture when it is open with a disclaimer about the timing of the picture.

I would not include photos of a filthy pool or one that was closed unless it is out of season.

Yes to some sort of picture as it is a material fact

No photo if it is disgusting but a disclosure it is there and requires attention!

Now why would one do that?  Pools are drained here if they are left unattended. The city will go after the owner or bank if it turns green and it becomes a mosquito breeder. Neighbors will turn them in - I would.

No. However, the information should be included in the description.

They only show the good photos. The fixer upper has a front shot put a string around the pool. Cost to fill it is about 3K+. 

answer is no

No pictures if it is filthy, but have taken a picture of a community pool in the winter so show what the area looks like.

I would take a picture of the pool at an angle that shows the pool but not the negative aspects.

If it's an "all-ugly house" I shoot it all and post the photos.

If it's a nice house with a bad pool, I would not shoot the pool, but I'd leave a remark in the MLS so it's not a surprise.

Scott Godzyk - what I have found - in our New England - is that pools are not as much desirable as they are in AZ.

I would  market  the positives. 

   Frog pond.

I will check out your post

If the pool looks green and dirty maybe you need ot look for some fish in it.

You can include the photo's, but would need to disclose condition. Someone who really wants a pool and has a vision for it might buy the property, but expect some discounts!

What a great beginning to your series, Scott!  Just WOW!  LOL Looking forward to the next one!

No, I'd put in the agent remarks that the pool is dirty and not put a photo of it in.  No point in turning someone off before they can fall in love with the house.

Let me thinkg about that, Scott..... okay, done thinking. NO! (Besides here in Charlotte appraisers give little to no value for pools and sometimes they are actually an impediment to selling a home quickly.)