Why We Installed Smart Locks (And Would Do It Again)

Send us Fan MailAfter years of managing rental property doors the traditional way—with keys, lockboxes, and coordinating access with contractors—Kevin and I decided it was finally time to try something different. In this episode of the Your Landlord Resource Podcast, we talk about why we installed smart locks on our rental properties and what we’ve learned from using them.We walk through the exact lock we chose, the Kwikset Halo touchscreen smart lock, and why it made sense for our properties. For us, the biggest benefit has been convenience. Instead of driving three hours round-trip to meet a contractor or cleaner, we can now create temporary access codes, monitor entry remotely, and lock the door from anywhere using the app.Smart locks have also made life easier for our tenants. They can enter with a code if they forget their keys, and families or roommates can each have their own access code. It also allows us to quickly change access between tenants without calling a locksmith or replacing the entire lock.Of course, smart locks are not perfect for every property so we also discuss the downsides like battery maintenance, the need for reliable Wi-Fi, installation costs, and situations where a traditional lock might still make more sense.If you’re a self-managing landlord looking to create better systems and save time coordinating access to your units, this episode will give you a realistic look at whether smart locks are worth it.Links & ReferencesQuickset Halo Smart Lock Touchscreen & DeadboltQuickset Halifax Door KnobEpisode 66 Midterm Rentals ExplainedEpisode 103 We Installed Property-Wide Wi-Fi. The Pros, Cons & What to KnowConnect with Us: 🌎 Visit our website 📧 Subscribe to our newsletter.👆 FREE Landlord Forms and Doc’s🤳Text Us: 650-489-4447📩Email us at: [email protected], [email protected] ➡️ Give us a review: Apple or on Spotify or YouTube ✔️Course Waitlist📱 Instagram, Facebook, &  Private Facebook group