re: First-time homeowner: Installing a pool?

I say it every time I see this thread. Don't do it, but if you do, then skip the useless 8-10 foot deep end and get a pool about 4-5 feet deep all the way across and make it more of an activity pool. Deep end is a pain in the arse to vacuum if you don't use a robot or Polaris and you'll get WAY more use out of your pool playing volleyball, basketball or countless other activities you can't do in 8 feet of water.