There are some people on the Vegas Video Network that insist that living in Las Vegas without a pool is no way to live. Bridget, on the other hand, provides a more balanced look at adding 20,000 gallons of water to your back yard. She follows that with IRS deductions for which all home owners should be aware. Show Notes: * Friday Figures (an in-depth review of the current Las Vegas real estate market with a focus on Inventory, Short Sales, Contingency, Foreclosures and 30-day Closes) * News: Mortgage delinquencies dropped 40% in 2011, Mortgage rates at 3.87% * Swimming pool pros and cons * REAL Advice: What you can and cannot deduct from your taxes if you own a home in Las Vegas