Whether you’re buying or selling, it’s hard to miss how technology is completely reshaping our lives. From the internet in our back pockets to remote working and more, the changes in the past few decades are remarkable. And it doesn’t matter if you live in Southwest Florida or across the country in Seattle, Portland, or Los Angeles.
Well, real estate hasn’t been left out of the mix. In fact, more and more, we’re hearing our clients discuss smart home features. They may have seen a product on display in Lowe’s or maybe one of their family members has added a fancy new upgrade. It now seems like there’s a gadget for just about everything you need to do around the house. So, the team here at Records Results has put together a list for you that offers several different price ranges for you to add 21st Century upgrades to your home.
Smart Thermostats
You can probably imagine that when you live in Southwest Florida, you take cooling your home pretty seriously. And with smart thermostats, you can really save a good deal of cash on your monthly power bill. Plus, they’re fairly cost-effective as well.
Smart Lights
Wifi connected light bulbs that change colors, turn off and on at certain times, and even integrate with Amazon. Who could have ever imagined these 21st Century upgrades? The best part is that you can grab these upgrades for as little as $20.
Connected Appliances
You’ve probably seen the latest line of smart refrigerators at your local home store. Now, it’s easy to be skeptical at first and wonder why we really need these. And while they can really be a larger upgrade, they also offer interesting benefits. For example, voice activating your oven sounds like a cool feature, especially when you have your hands full.
Keyless Entry
Imagine Bluetooth-enabled deadbolts by top lock companies. It’s almost something out of a futuristic movie. But as you can see on Schlage’s website, there’s even touchscreens and more.
Bluetooth Sound Systems
Speaking of Bluetooth, one 21st Century upgrade that I just love is the Bluetooth sound system. They’re perfect for entertaining friends, whether you live in Southwest Florida or beyond.
Smart Irrigation
Okay, this is another SWFL favorite. And these internet-connected controllers are only around $100. This way, you can take your watering and landscaping to a whole new level.
Internet-ready Security
Finally, when you own a home, you probably also have your family’s safety in mind. And if you’ve browsed the aisles of your local Best Buy, you may have seen that security systems have become very high tech. CO2 alarms, wifi cameras, and all the rest, putting your mind at ease when it matters most.
But I’d love to hear what you think. What 21st Century upgrade do you love and which do you think is just a fad?
Terry Records
Broker/Owner
Records Results Real Estate
Residential Sales and Property Management Service