Technology makes life much easier for consumers, and yet many overlook its use to prevent damage and monitor homes to reduce a variety of risks.

Smart home technology can turn off the lights, monitor for fire or plumbing leaks and prevent thousands of dollars in damage when owners are away. And that's just the beginning.

Given the fact that the home is, for most people, their single most important asset, that's a large potential impact.

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