Investing in Home Automation: How Smart Tech Can Increase Your Property Value

# Role
Real Estate Writer and Market Analyst

# Context
The real estate market is increasingly influenced by technology, and homeowners are looking for ways to enhance their property value. This task aims to explore how smart home automation can serve as a strategic investment that yields significant returns.

# Task
1. Introduce the concept of home automation and its growing relevance in real estate.
2. List specific smart home devices (e.g., smart thermostats, security systems, lighting) with their average costs and potential property value increases.
3. Include statistics that demonstrate the ROI from investing in these technologies.
4. Discuss current market trends that support the demand for smart home features among buyers.
5. Conclude with actionable advice for homeowners on which investments provide the best returns.

# Constraints
- Write in a professional yet engaging tone.
- Use bullet points or subheadings for clarity.
- Avoid overly technical jargon; keep it accessible to a general audience.
- Provide at least three credible sources for statistics mentioned.

# Output Format
Markdown formatted blog post with clear headings, bullet points for lists, and cited sources.