How to Make Your Home for Sale in Shawnee Kansas a Smart Home

Written by Posted On Wednesday, 14 February 2018 03:33

Now is the era of the smart home.  Almost 80 percent of home buyers prefer to buy the convenience and security a smart automated home has to offer.

 

This idea has become a more accessible reality now that smart devices are getting simpler to set up and are less expensive.

 

Another great benefit when you choose to make smart upgrades on your home is that you also make it a potentially valuable investment should you put it on the market in the future.

 

But how do you make your home for sale in Shawnee Kansas a smart home?

 

Consider the following ideas to know how you can start:

 

Choose a Home Hub

 

A home hub pulls all your smart home devices together. Thoroughly research what home hub supports the gadgets in your house. This will be your guide as a start.

 

Every tech giant has a platform on which all electronic devices can connect to. These smart home hubs can function based on your routine.

 

Cut Costs on Your Smart Home

 

Smart home automation is energy efficient. You can save money on your monthly utility bills.

 

A smart fridge will let you see what’s inside without letting the cold air out.

 

With a voice command, you can set your smart light bulbs to dim for movie night or at bedtime. Heating and cooling with smart thermostats can bring big cash savings.

 

If you are not sure how much you can invest, begin with individual smart features rather than a full home automation system. Even simple smart home features can wow interested home buyers.

 

Add Convenience

 

Newer domestic appliances have smart technology built in them.  A smart watering system will allow you to water your garden while you’re miles away.  

 

You can control your kitchen appliances, temperature, multimedia systems, and even curtains with your smartphone.

 

Millenials, who make up a large percentage of home buyers, prefer tech products that adapt to busy lifestyles.

 

Protect Your Security

 

With your smartphone, security cameras and smart door locks in the entryway will let you see and decide who can enter your home.

 

Burglar alarms and fire alarm system can give you peace of mind. Just remember to secure your network. Install security software that works with your smart devices. You would not want to trade your privacy and security for convenience.

 

Pick the Best Spot

 

Pick a place where you and the rest of the family spend most of your time.

There you could probably set up a smart speaker to listen to music or hear the daily news.

 

In every room that you want to put tech smart devices, determine how every device will solve a problem. Don’t just buy a product because it’s cool.

 

You can also decide to keep tech out of the bathrooms and the bedrooms.

The best way to make smart upgrades is to know how it benefits you and your potential buyer.

 

Kitchen remodels, bathroom makeovers, landscaping, and other home improvements have traditionally increased a home’s appeal. But smart home technology is expected to rise in popularity as it continues to transform our lives.

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Lea Deo, REALTOR® - KW Legacy Partners

Lea Deo, Shawnee KS real estate agent, has been in the business since 2003. She serves first time home buyers, move up buyers, new construction, relocation, and downsizing. She is SFR certified serves on the Agent Leadership Council. She is tech chair at KW Shawnee. She is President of Heartland Partners in Caring and has chaired Red Day for the office for several years. Helping someone buy or sell real estate in the Kansas City metropolitan area is the greatest privilege I could have. Every real estate transaction represents a New Beginning and my job is to make it as smooth as possible. Serving Kansas City, Johnson County, Wyandotte and Leavenworth County real estate, my office is based on a piece of Shawnee KS real estate.

https://shawneerealestateconnection.com

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