Modern Homesteading: How Homesteaders Are Using Smart Tech to Stay Independent

Reader Contribution by Kayla Matthews
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Homesteaders value their land for more than its profitability. In the countryside, the air is cleaner, the nights are quieter and there’s a sense of calm. It’s an independent lifestyle distanced from the demands of a major metropolitan area, with its crowded streets and perpetual flow of people.

Though independence from towns and cities has its own unique appeal, it’s not without its challenges. The modern conveniences of urban living aren’t always available to homesteaders, and their seclusion only compounds the problem. It seems, at first, like an unavoidable compromise.

Fortunately for rural families and farmers alike, this is not the case. They’ve incorporated smart home devices into their properties to enjoy the benefits of technology while retaining their independence. Through the use of modern products, they’ve reached a comfortable balance.

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