My name is Alycia, sorry for the delay on the profile pic I haven't been able to get on a computer instead of smartphone to add one.

An example is buy a modern thermostat using smart phone to control them remotely without the redundant wiring. 

I did all my training in the 70's to mid 80's  after that my skills were set.. all though you need to tune them up..And with the internet and smart phones and such I am sure there are many new techniques that we never were taught..

Check out the BiggerPocket Podcasts on your smartphone or via www.biggerpockets.com/show1 for example to learn more. 

They make covers that have locks so unauthorized people can't adjust them.There are also "smart" thermostats you can control from a smartphone remotely.

A good smartphone is key to me, and I love a big screen, so I'm picking up a Galaxy Note Edge.

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I would not go more high tech then a battery non internet lock because when you get into the smart phone type locks like August and nest in a situation like this the online ability to track entry and exit may introduce questions regarding who can access that information.

@Anthony Gayden I'm trying to download the podcast from this application which is on my smart phone.

We have smart phones with cameras and video, use them.