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The Home Security Guide recommends strong, unique
The Home Security Guide recommends maintaining a
passwords, two-factor authentication, updated device
lived-in appearance while away. Automated lighting can
firmware and separate guest networks for visitors.
vary, packages and mail can be managed, and trusted
Homeowners can also consider who needs access to
neighbors, caretakers or property managers can provide
connected systems, what type of access they need and
an additional human layer of oversight.
whether it should be permanent.
Connected cameras and lighting can help close the
A comprehensive security strategy considers not only
distance as well, allowing homeowners to monitor and
who can physically enter a residence, but also who can
manage parts of a residence remotely.
access the technology operating within it.
In that sense, security is not simply about protecting what
The Ultimate Travel Amenity
has been left behind. It can provide greater freedom to
enjoy life beyond the home.
Modern home security can demonstrate its value most
clearly when the homeowner is somewhere else.
For those who travel frequently or divide their time among
multiple residences, leaving a property with confidence
can be a luxury in itself.
The Human Layer
Technology may be transforming home security, but
people remain an important part of it.
Neighbors may notice an unfamiliar vehicle, unexpected
delivery or unusual activity around a property. For
homeowners with multiple residences, property managers, household staff and trusted service providers can
also play a role while the owners are away.
The key is coordination. Technology provides visibility,
while trusted people provide context and can respond
when something requires attention.
The strongest approach is rarely a single product or
person. It is a system of overlapping measures working
together.
A New Priority in Luxury Real Estate
As expectations around the home evolve, security is
becoming a more meaningful part of the luxury real estate
conversation.
Homebuyers may still be captivated by kitchens, views,
pools, architecture and entertaining spaces, but they are
also considering how a property supports the way they
live. For clients who travel often, own multiple residences
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