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HOMEWISE Upgrade to Smart Locks Real Estate Tips and Advice
When buying your home, it’s easy to get wrapped up in the excitement of making the new property your own. One area many homeowners forget about is changing the current door locks. Experts at the real-estate organization Trulia strongly urge buyers to make this a priority after closing. You never know how many others have keys to your property. It’s a scary thought. Consider upgrading to a smart lock to give your property a stronger sense of security. According to livesafely.org, in some areas over 50 percent of home burglaries are caused by a technique known as lock bumping. This technique is accomplished by using a “bump key” which is a tool used by locksmiths to gain access to most traditional locks. With the rise of 3D printing and e-commerce websites, these tools are now widely available and can easily end up in the wrong hands. Protect your family and belongings by enlisting the help of a locksmith to ensure new locks are installed properly and safely. Modern technology has advanced traditional door security with incredible options that make it more difficult for wrongdoers to make their way inside. If you’re in the process of purchasing a new home or
REAL ESTATE 101 Shop Smart Consumer Reports named the August Smart Lock AUGHK as its Best Smart Lock for 2018. The “retrofit” smart lock works with an existing deadbolt. Consumer Reports also tested non-smart locks and recommends pairing the August model with a Kwikset 980. Read the entire results of Consumer Reports’ testing, including these models and others, at https://bit.ly/2fEcLBH.
simply looking for a way to increase security, consider the incredible innovations in smart locks, as recommended by the organization Safe Home.
secure code before the door will open. Older models of this technology used physical buttons, but recent systems have updated to digital touchpads. Not only will you be providing more security to your home, KEYPAD AND but you can add a modern COMBINATION LOCKS A way to avoid being the vic- touch with this attractive style tim of a “bump key” break-in is of lock. to do away with a keyhole Many of these keypads entirely. Upgrading to a keypad include an additional deadbolt entry system gives a homeand the ability to connect it owner the option to use a with other smart equipment in
efficient option is to purchase it through a home security service, as it will be supported with a secure app. Many of these locks use Bluetooth to sense you are nearby and will © ADOBE STOCK automatically unlock. This your home. Checking to ensure great convenience comes in the locks are engaged while handy for busy parents who you’re away from home offers rarely have an extra hand to incredible peace of mind. spare.
KEYLESS AND WIRELESS SMART LOCKS
The days of hiding a spare key for loved ones to check on your property while you are away are gone. With a WiFienabled smart lock, the doors can be unlocked remotely. While many manufacturers are offering this system, the most
KEY FOB LOCKS
Much like new vehicles, these locks only disengage if it senses a dedicated key fob when touched. An expert can set up each door of your home to react to the same fob, making it simple for you to get in and effective at keeping others out.
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HOMEWISE
Real Estate Tips and Advice
Boost Appeal, Bottom Line
As the weather warms up, it’s time to get outside and tackle home projects that can boost both your curb appeal and your home’s value. Here are some quick and easy things to do this spring.
growth. Feed existing plants and put down a fresh coat of mulch. Look over any edging or landscaping stones and repair or replace any that cracked or bent during the winter. Spring is also the time to feed your yard and get it a beautiful green. You might also consider switching to a natural landscaping that uses less water and requires less maintenance. Your water bill and the environment will thank you. Talk to your local nursery about native friendly plants and ask them which species are invasive so you can remove them from your beds.
AMP UP THE COLOR
If you’ve got fading or cracking exterior paint, now’s the time to put on a fresh coat, anyway. Walk around your home keep an eye out for cracking paint, but also any loose nails or rotting boards to be replaced before you pick up a brush. If you’re stumped on color, visit your local home improvement store for ideas on colors trending in your area. And don’t forget, if you have a homeowners association, to make sure your new colors match their palette. Exterior painting can also be tricky, so this may be a job for a pro, depending on your physical ability and comfort with heights.
PORCH PROBLEMS
It’s meant to be the welcoming entry into your home, but the porch, especially after a hard winter, can be more of an eyesore. One quick way to liven things up is with a fresh coat of paint on the floor or on your front door. There are several brands of paint that come in DIY-friendly latex and premixed in popular colors. Check with your local paint
LIGHT IT UP
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REAL ESTATE 101 Get Smart If you’re installing outdoor lighting, why not go smart? With smart lighting, you can program your lights to come on when you arrive home or on a schedule, dance with your music, or change colors to suit the occasion. Besides the added convenience, you also could be making your home more attractive to buyers if you’re looking to sell. According to the National Association of Realtors, 42 percent of Realtors in a 2016 survey said clients were interested in smart home devices. store. You can put a quick coat of spray paint — make sure to look for exterior on the label — on any faded porch furniture for a quick pop of color. Replace faded cushions and
door mats with new ones in trendy patterns. Another quick project: Put up new house numbers in a finish and font that compliments the style of your home. Make sure
they’re big enough to be seen from the street.
GET DIRTY
Clean out your gardens and pull any weeds and old
Adding some exterior lighting will make your home more welcoming for guests and less inviting for those with more malicious intentions. The options range from call the electrician — recessed lighting in the soffits, for example — to an easy visit to the home improvement store for staked solar lighting. Look at your existing outdoor lighting, like flood lights and porch lights, and replace the bulbs with energy efficient but very bright LED bulbs. There are also several easy-to-install options for smart home and security lighting on the market today that can bring you peace of mind when you’re away.
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Very nice, 4 bedroom, 3 bath, brick home on large corner lot. Approximately 3500 square feet of living space to enjoy. The main level consists of a lovely kitchen with granite counter tops, lots of cabinets and stainless appliances. So much space to spend time with friends and family in the cozy living room, large dining room and adjoining family room both with beautiful wood floors. A large master bedroom with adjoining bath along with the 3 additional bedrooms on the main level is a rare find. The lower level has an enormous family room and comes complete with pool table and equipment. In additional an awesome game room, kitchen area (add your own appliances), bath, laundry and storage area. An attached garage along with a detached garage is a dream come true. Summer fun awaits you with two patio areas and an above ground pool with deck. Home also has new roof and gutters! Don’t wait call today!!
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Adorable move in ready 2 bedroom home with one car attached garage. The large living room with beautiful hardwood floors is perfect for family or friends to gather. Both bedrooms have lovely hardwood floors and large closets. The kitchen has lots of counter tops and cabinets allowing for more than one cook in the kitchen. An additional large room currently being used as a breakfast room could be used for multiple purposes. The home has a covered, screened in back porch that you will want to sit down and smell the roses while you are there. A large fenced back yard is perfect for privacy, pets and a great entertainment area. This home is move in ready and won’t last long! List of Seller’s Many Upgrades Available! Call Today!!
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2 story, 3 bedroom home in West County R4 school district. The home has a very spacious living room and large eat in kitchen giving lots of space for family and friends to gather. You will enjoy the old world charm of the home’s woodwork. Additional features of the home include a main floor laundry, large covered front porch and decks. Looking for a place to call home? Call today!
Don’t hesitate to call - the near perfect condition and great location of this home is very rare in today’s market. Enjoy peace and quiet on a park like setting. Step into the entry and you will notice the beautiful hardwood floors entering into the main living space, which includes a wood burning fireplace. Throughout the home you will find many updates. Bathrooms have been updated, kitchen includes quartz countertops and porcelain tile floor, newer furnace, water heater and roof! There is plenty of room with oversized bedrooms, including master en-suite and an oversized garage. Step out onto the large maintenance free composite deck and you will find the manicured lawn and landscaping just as neat as the inside of this home. The 12x16 shed with a 10x16 lean to is perfect for a hobby workshop. The full walk out basement with tuck under garage expand your possibilities. You will find it difficult to find another home that compares to this one. Call today for your personal showing.
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