09/16/2026
Smart home features can be convenient, but I would never assume every device will transfer smoothly to a new owner. A home can have impressive technology and still leave unanswered questions about access, subscriptions, compatibility and maintenance.
Before closing, I would ask which devices stay with the property, which accounts need to be transferred, whether any features require paid services and how the systems work if the internet goes down.
The best technology should make ownership easier, not create a mystery after move in.
I like to look at smart features the same way I look at any other part of a home: understand what is included, how it works and what ongoing responsibility comes with it.