Smartlocks for out of state investors

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Smartlocks for out of state investors

Michael Lewicki
Specialist · New York, NY · Member since 2021 · 24 posts · 9 votes

I’m sure this subject been mentioned but was wondering if there is any updates on smartlocks. I’m an out of state property owner and was wondering what investors are using. I know wifi is needed for most smart locks, is there any ways around needing only wifi?

Would love to hear what you’re using or what works for you.

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Gregory SchwartzBusiness Member
Rental Property Investor · College Station, TX · Member since 2016 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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I use yale which requires Wifi. Some lessons learned

1. Sometimes it needs to be reset 

2. It doesn't sync perfectly with Airbnb so sometimes my clients dont get codes

3. Batteries last 6-8 months with regular use

4. Get the lock that also has a hole for a physical key  and then have a good ole fashion lockbox with the key in it as a back up 

Example of yale with key 

Dont get one like this without a key

GOOD LUCK!

[email protected]443-812-0357
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  • Travis Biziorek
    Investor · Arroyo Grande, CA · Member since 2014 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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    This is going to be highly dependent on the market you're investing in.

    I have 12-doors in Detroit, 1 of which I run as a STR. I have a smart lock on the front and back door.

    However, most of my properties have security doors on as well (my STR does not) and it just isn't possible to have smart locks on these.

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  • Gregory SchwartzBusiness Member
    Rental Property Investor · College Station, TX · Member since 2016 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
    2y

    I use yale which requires Wifi. Some lessons learned

    1. Sometimes it needs to be reset 

    2. It doesn't sync perfectly with Airbnb so sometimes my clients dont get codes

    3. Batteries last 6-8 months with regular use

    4. Get the lock that also has a hole for a physical key  and then have a good ole fashion lockbox with the key in it as a back up 

    Example of yale with key 

    Dont get one like this without a key

    GOOD LUCK!

    [email protected]443-812-0357
    Schwartz Realty Group5116 Reviews
    WebsiteView Page
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  • Drew SygitBusiness Member
    Property Manager · Royal Oak, MI · Member since 2012 · 12k+ posts · 9k+ votes
    2y

    You can use either a wi-fi smart lock or subscribe to a system like ShowMojo, ShowingHero, TenantTurner, etc that uses preprogrammed smart locks.

    [email protected]248-209-6824
    Logical Property Management4.9451 Reviews
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