Amazon recently announced a new service, Amazon Key, that allows delivery drivers to unlock your door and enter your home to drop off a package. The usefulness of this concept is clear to many homeowners. Package theft is a serious concern, and those who dwell in urban areas are at high risk of coming home expecting a box to find it mysteriously vanished. But is it a good idea to give delivery workers access to your property?
Category Archives: Real Estate Technology
Are Realtor Lockboxes Secure?
Realtor lockboxes are a staple in the real estate industry. These coded boxes give agents, photographers, inspectors, appraisers, and others access to a home’s keys by typing in a few numbers. But are Realtor lockboxes safe? Let’s take a look at the security provided by Realtor lockboxes and some exciting, recent developments that make them even more secure. Continue reading
Building the Perfect Home Network for Any Sized Home
Home internet is an important part of connecting our digital lives. While some areas still struggle with high speed internet options, most Americans can easily find a broadband connection at home. While your internet service provider (ISP) provides their own router to connect you to their service, they’re typically not that good, especially for WiFi. If you have trouble getting a good WiFi signal or internet connection at home, follow these steps to build an amazing home network that includes the latest smart home goodies. Continue reading
10 Top Real Estate Social Accounts You Should Follow on Instagram
Real estate offers one of the most visually stimulating experiences in the world, so it is no surprise that real estate agents across the globe have taken to Instagram, Snapchat, and other social media platforms to share the images they see as they help clients buy and sell homes. Some accounts stand out from the crowd due to their interesting, beautiful, or educational posts. Here are some favorites you should consider following. Continue reading
9 Home Upgrades that are Cheaper Than You Think
Whether you are moving into a new home or just want to liven up one you’ve been living in for a while, you have unlimited options to upgrade and customize your home when you own it. From the bathrooms and kitchen to the garage and yard, your home can become an even better place for you and your family to enjoy every day. And, better yet, you can likely do it on a budget. Here are nine budget home upgrades to get you started. Continue reading
Tesla Rooftop Solar Coming Soon to a House Near You
Roofing is not an exciting aspect of real estate to most people, but that may change with new developments from Tesla. Tesla is most known for its electric sports cars, but the company, led by entrepreneurial visionary Elon Musk, is trying to completely change how power grids works around the world. At the center of it is a giant battery and new roofing tiles that may show up shortly on your neighbor’s roof! Continue reading