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Five Minute Friday #37 - Should My Rental Be a Smart Home?

By Bob Preston Thursday, August 27, 2020

We are starting to see them everywhere, “smart devices" installed for home automation. These devices might include thermostats, doorbells, home security cameras, lighting, appliance monitoring and more. Homes are becoming more efficient, secure and convenient. So is it something that makes sense for your rental homes as property manager or landlord?

On this Five Minute Friday, Bob discusses the factors that should be considered, including benefits and drawbacks, before installing smart devices in your home. Some tenants, for example, may love the idea of living in a smart home. Others may find it too “big brother” like if they think the landlord is eavesdropping or monitoring their lifestyle. Which is right for your rental home or property management company? It is a great topic to get on the table, so here we go, have a listen.

Here also is the link to a great episode about home automation, featuring Sean Miller of Point Central, definitely worth listening to this episode too: Episode 27: Gaining Efficiencies Through Property Automation, Featuring Sean Miller of PointCentral

TGIF, keep the faith, and we will catch you next Friday!

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Bob Preston

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Bob Preston is the lead consultant and creator of Property Management Brainstorm, founded to specialize in guidance for teams building property management companies and real estate investment strategies. Bob is a nationally known figure in the property management industry with over 20 years of experience in building and growing property management companies. He was the founder and broker/owner of San Diego's leading and property management company, North County Property Group, before successf...

Bob Preston is the lead consultant and creator of Property Management Brainstorm, founded to specialize in guidance for teams building property management companies and real estate investment strategies. Bob is a nationally known figure in the property management industry with over 20 years of experience in building and growing property management companies. He was the founder and broker/owner of San Diego's leading and property management company, North County Property Group, before successfully negotiating the sale of the business to PURE Property Management in 2022. He then remained with PURE as Western Regional Director, during a period of explosive growth for the company, overseeing operations for 28 branch office locations and over 12,000 doors. More recently, Bob has decided to focus on his consulting business, Property Management Brainstorm, to help others succeed in this dynamic and exciting industry.

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