Thanks again for all of the info. I think we will go with a more permanent one. I'm unsure of the first steps to take. I will need the ground leveled before anything. I'm not even sure how to find someone to do that. Do the pool dealers typically do the prep work of leveling and fencing? Do I need to start looking months in advance? How can I get a price quote to make sure that I can even afford to do this? (I'm thinking a ballpark figure.) My husband thinks we should work on leveling the ground in the fall. Any info, tips, etc. are greatly appreciated. Thanks!