SMART HOMES
Smart Home Technology is on the Rise
How can Smart Home Technology help you sell your home? Of course, millennials and Gen Ys are the largest groups wanting a home with technology that keeps them secure and connected, but they aren’t the only ones. Even Baby Boomers are looking for more convenience in their lives.
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Connecting devices to your smart phone can save energy, money, and time. There are four categories of smart devices:
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Utilities - Thermostat, light bulbs, sprinkler, electrical outlet, ceiling fan, stove, washer and dryer, powered window shades, etc.
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Safety - Wireless key entry, doorbell, garage door, outdoor lighting, etc.
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Security - Burglar alarm, smoke alarm, carbon monoxide detector, or any sensor that triggers a call for emergency assistance.
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Audio / Visual - Personal assistant such as Alexa or Siri, TVs, music, etc.
With today’s technology available to consumers, it can be pretty easy to get started. Setting your home up with Smart Home devices can be a great marketing tool, and make your home stand out, without too much out of pocket.
You Will Need...
In order to market your home as a Smart Home when you list it for sale, you are required to have a minimum of 3 devices connected, WIFI, and the ability to control it away from the home. You should be able to do this under $500 to meet the minimum requirement. One device MUST be a thermostat or security system. The other two devices can be anything else you choose.
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A Smart Thermostat such as the Nest™ brand as pictured here will cost around $225. A WIFI Doorbell is about $60, smart outlets $20, garage door opener starts at $80, and so on.
SMART HOME TECH SETS YOUR HOME APART
In order to market your home as a Smart Home when you list it for sale, you are required to have a minimum of 3 devices connected, WIFI, and the ability to control it away from the home. You should be able to do this under $500 to meet the minimum requirement. One device MUST be a thermostat or security system. The other two devices can be anything else you choose.
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A Smart Thermostat such as the Nest™ brand as pictured here will cost around $225. A WIFI Doorbell is about $60, smart outlets $20, garage door opener starts at $80, and so on.