The Essential Smart Home Checklist for New Buyers
Leo Vance
Smart Home Specialist
The Digital Foundation
In 2025, a home is only as good as its connectivity. Before signing the closing papers, you need to look beyond the marble floors and check the digital infrastructure.
1. Fiber Optic Readiness
Verify if the building or locality has dedicated fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) lines. In high-end real estate, "Gigabit-ready" is now a standard requirement for remote professionals.
2. Integrated Security Hubs
Modern luxury homes should have centralized control for:
- Biometric entry points
- AI-powered perimeter surveillance
- Smart leak detectors in the kitchen and bathrooms
3. The 'Hidden' Tech: Wiring
Even in a wireless world, physical Cat6 wiring in the walls provides the stability needed for home theaters and high-fidelity audio systems that Wi-Fi can't match.
Final Verdict
Investing in a tech-ready home today prevents expensive retrofitting costs tomorrow. Always ask for a "Tech Audit" alongside your traditional home inspection.
Leo Vance
Smart Home Specialist
Expert in the Buying Guide sector with over 10 years of experience helping clients navigate the premium real estate market.