If I took a survey to uncover the top 5 frustrations that investors and agents encounter when they attempt to show a property, I’d bet a fat chunk of change that most of us would say the *%&$##@$** lockbox.
But now there’s a new generation of “Smart” lockboxes – a 2nd generation, in fact, from Nu-Set Lock – that promises to be the most advanced electronic key storage box out there. Unlike super locks, it doesn’t require a subscription service, Internet access, phone service, access card, or long-term service fees (happy dance!). Instead, it combines the simplicity of traditional lockbox features with the quick convenience of a modern, electronic access control system to help you save time and countless hours of aggravation.
How Does Smart Box 2.0 Work?
The Smart Box gives you the power to control who sees your properties when. It offers a simple USB programming function that tracks access in and out of properties to ultimately help restrict users, and you can retrieve this information with a simple date and time. This super-tiny “security guard” (if you will) allows for up to 500 codes. With the USB device, you can assign an access code and limit the time period for each of your users.
The newest generation has improved its remote access code, which is a one- time code in Nu-Set's electronic key storage system that can generate PINs based on time and date right from your computer, MAC or PC. Simply assign the exact date and time you wish to grant a one-time user access to your property and the Smart-Box software will assign a pin for you. And what if you’re late for a showing? It happens. With the new Smart Box, buyers can let themselves in!
Generation “deuce” features an improved Smart-Box programming interface to offer more options. Initially, users could only preset a code’s duration based on number of hours, but it now allows for weekday and time.
Other Improved Features Include:
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Prolonged battery life up to 500 days, depending on usage frequency
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New low-battery warning, so investors and agents can avoid that “uh-oh” moment
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Easier installation and access to logs and program PINs, because the new version can be operated with even the most standard USB drive
The Smart Box is a beefier version of the traditional lock box, but its sturdy new frame should be able to withstand even the toughest of weather conditions, and there is definitely no mistaking this bad boy. What’s more, this new high-tech Smart Box has about as much interior space as a Mercedes-Benz S-class, with room for multiple keys, credit cards, breath mints (just sayin’), small gate openers, or other necessary chachkies.
The Bottom Line
With the new 2.0 Smart Box, sharing keys to your properties has never been easier, and isn’t about time you start cleaning up your vivid vocabulary, potty mouth? Start controlling your properties in a way that will save you (and your clients) time and stress.
Stop – Stop wasting time and money with archaic (and unreliable) lockbox “solutions”.
Start – Start using the new 2.0 Smart Box to control who sees your properties – and when.
Enjoy – Enjoy the simplicity of traditional lockbox features with the quick convenience of a modern, electronic access control system.
JP Moses
is a real estate investor in Memphis, TN, with experience ranging from land lording to note buying, rehabbing, and wholesaling. However, wholesaling is the area that he enjoys most and where he bring the most experience and expertise to his students.