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Welcome back to the AiN Group Quarterly Newsletter!
We’ve got a full lineup for you this quarter — from fresh new home market insights to collaborative blog spotlights with our partners, plus can’t-miss promotions and a few standout updates across the network. Settle in and catch up on what’s new, what’s trending, and what’s helping dealers win right now.
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In August, sales of new single-family homes unexpectedly shot up by 20.5% (to an annualized rate of 800,000 units), the strongest pace since January 2022.
Inventory is tightening too — new homes for sale dropped to a 7.4-month supply from 9.0 months a year ago.
What this means for dealers: demand for outdoor living, AV, and other build-out upgrades could be on the rise, especially in new-construction projects.
This presents a prime opportunity to position your services and products right where homebuilders are gearing up.
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Winning Big with Mobile Security
The mobile surveillance market is booming at 30–40% annually, and savvy AiN Group dealers are leading the pack with smart, strategic moves.
From promoting to existing clients to bundling trailers with your service offerings (and even expanding your footprint without adding trucks), they’re turning new opportunities into steady recurring revenue.
Dive into the top 5 proven ways these winners are doing it.
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|  | A Smarter, More Flexible Platform for Dealers | |
Ezlo Protect gives you a fully branded, cost-effective platform built around your business.
Enjoy customizable branding, broad device compatibility, low hardware costs, flat backend fees, and dealer-focused support—helping you boost RMR without added headaches.
Partner with a platform built for dealers, not against them.
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We’re less than two months away from Live & Learn! If you haven’t registered yet, don’t miss your chance to:
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learn from our best business-practice panels
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see the latest innovations from 75+ approved partners
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hear inspiring, actionable keynote speakers
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network with AiN dealers who are eager to grow, connect, and share
- and so much more, all set on the white-sand beaches of Nassau, Bahamas!
This year, we’re celebrating 25 years of AiN. It’s shaping up to be our biggest and best Live & Learn yet… and trust us, you won't want to miss out.
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TRENDnet Certified Network Engineer Training
TRENDnet has officially rolled out its Certified Network Engineer Training Program—giving you a free, easy way to sharpen networking skills and expand your product expertise.
Just create an NTC account, enroll in the course at no cost, and start training at your own pace.
Don’t miss the chance to strengthen your knowledge and business.
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6 AI Features Your Customers Will Actually Care About
Security isn’t just “record and rewind” anymore.
Today’s systems use AI to cut false alerts, speed up searches, boost access control, and give customers the protection they’re expecting.
From facial recognition to ANPR to full-room fisheye coverage, these tools help dealers win bigger jobs and deliver real value, not just more cameras.
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End-of-Year Webinars
We’ve hosted some great webinars recently with both new and longtime partners. Catch up on InVid’s site security overview, Ignite’s marketing intro, Digital Watchdog’s cloud-centric platform, and Nice’s new sun-shading option.
And while you’re there, don’t forget to register for the 3xLogic webinar on December 10th to learn about our newest video solutions partner!
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Builder Insight: Smart Tech Is Becoming Standard
The Nice Builder Market Report highlights a big shift in buyer expectations.
Smart doorbells, connected thermostats, strong Wi-Fi and a future-ready hub are quickly becoming standard features for every age group.
When builders include a smart hub or control panel like the Elan SC-C-150 or 2GIG EDGE, tech option take rates can jump by up to 70%.
Builders are leaning into these features as buyer sentiment improves with slightly lower mortgage rates.
For dealers, this creates a strong opportunity to offer integrated, scalable ecosystems that help builders deliver modern, move-in-ready homes.
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Turn every outlet into profit with Panamax power protection.
Features like Protect-or-Disconnect, AVM, and BlueBOLT remote monitoring boost performance, cut service calls, and add easy margin with a simple, toolless upgrade.
| AiN now offers Sun Shades by Nice with custom designs, fast lead times, USA manufacturing, eco-friendly fabrics, full support, and free shipping on shades under 90 inches! | The new 2GIG GC Touch panel delivers a sleek 7-inch interface, quick setup, and support for 345S sensors. A modern, easy upgrade your customers will love. | | | |
General Lock's Tool-Free EOL Resistor
General Lock’s Door Sentry End of Line (EOL) Resistor ensures secure, tamper-resistant alarm installations with a modular, tool-free design that simplifies installation while maintaining industry-leading reliability.
Its compact, color-coded, quick-connect design and pre-assembled PCB deliver precise, error-free performance and broad compatibility.
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