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Smart Home Checklist for Homebuyers

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Real Estate Agent with Optima Properties BK 496540

When purchasing a home with smart home technology, it is import for your Realtor to include a list of every item that conveys with the sale of the property in the sales contract. This includes everything from motorized shades to pool equipment and everything in between. Brand and models should be identified and any exclusions listed in detail to avoid any unexpected surprises at walk-through.

Some common devices include:

  • Motorized shades/blinds (confirm number of units)
  • Smart thermostats (e.g., Nest, Ecobee)
  • Smart lighting systems (e.g., Philips Hue, Contol4, Lutron)
  • Smart speakers (e.g., Sonos, Amazon Echo, Google Home)
  • Smart doorbells (e.g., Ring, Nest)
  • Smart security cameras (confirm number of units)
  • Smart locks (ensure all keypads and physical keys are included)
  • Smart garage door openers
  • Pool equipment with smart features like automated cleaners, heaters, lighting, and morw

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Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Kim. The more agents pay attention to detail the less hassle down the road. Selling agents should be detailed about personal property expected to convey. Enjoy your day.

Sep 13, 2025 05:42 AM
GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

Thanks for sharing, enjoy your weekend, and here's a GOOD LUCK to your favorite College Football Team šŸˆ! Bill

Bill Salvatore / Arizona Elite Properties

Sep 13, 2025 09:53 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Kim and great information to share with us today in the Rain.Ā  Hope you have plans for the weekend.

Sep 13, 2025 10:07 AM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Kim, some are very helpful, and some are fun to have.Ā  Great list!

Sep 13, 2025 12:27 PM
John Pusa
Glendale, CA

Hello Kim N. Bregman these are very valuable list of smart home checklist for homebuyers.

Sep 13, 2025 03:29 PM