Looking for the Perfect Home Office for your Business?

Buying or Building the Perfect Home Office for Your Business

While working at home can be great for achieving the right work-life balance, it can be stressful if you don’t have a dedicated space for your work. While you’re taking steps to prepare your business, whether it’s taking time to register as an LLC or find funding for your idea, it’s also important to create an office in your home, whether it’s rearranging the living room or even building an office shed in the backyard. For some, it might make sense to buy a new house altogether. If this is the case for your situation, John Cordeira can help.

Buying a new home

For some home-based business owners, establishing a dedicated office at home can be challenging. While some types of business-owners such as writers or accountants can operate from anywhere, others may require more space. For example, if you’re a therapist seeing clients at home, you’ll need an established space that offers some privacy—both for your client and your family.

If your home can’t sustain your business, it’s time to start looking for a new home. This process will likely take some time, and there are some important steps to consider before diving into real estate ads. First, take a close look at your finances and determine if your debt is an obstacle. If you’re underwater with your credit cards or loans, it’s a good idea to look into financial relief options.

Fortunately, some states offer debt consolidation programs to help get families out of the red. Some of the options include debt settlement, debt consolidation loans, and debt management through counseling. Keep in mind that there are a few factors that will determine which option is best, including your amount of debt, employment status, and ability to pay off your debt.

As soon as you get your debt under control, you can then start building your credit and save for a down payment. 

Finding the right fit

When you’re looking for a new home, keep in mind that you should be looking for a house that will be appropriate both for your business needs and for your family’s requirements. For business owners who store inventory, finding a house with a secure and dry storage room will be key for having your business run smoothly. 

Once you know what you need for your business, start by researching home prices in areas that will allow you to have more space for both your office and your storage needs. When you have a better idea of home prices, you can start budgeting for your down payment.

Making the most of your current space

If you’ve determined that you need a bigger home but you need some time to reduce your debt and save for a down payment, get creative with the space you have in your current home. 

The best space for a home office is in a spare bedroom, but if this isn’t an option, try using an area of your home that’s not often used. For example, living rooms are often unused during the day, so consider rearranging the furniture to allow for a desk and chair. You can arrange the furniture in such a way that will help create a somewhat private space—consider using bookshelves or even room dividers to section off your workspace.

Another creative use of space is turning a closet into a workspace. When you’re transforming a closet into an office, make sure you buy a narrow desk that will fit inside, or get crafty by building your own. Be sure to include a light source, whether it’s a simple desk lamp or some LED lights you can hang from the top of the closet.

If you’re struggling to find space in your home, consider making use of the backyard: prefabricated offices are great for business owners who need a quiet, private workspace away from others. There are plenty of different designs and sizes out there, so do your research and find an option that’s within budget.

Your home-based will thrive once you have the right workspace. Even if it means buying a bigger home, dedicating a room to your business will make a noticeable difference to productivity and focus. Get your finances in order before you start the home search, and consider creative ways to design a workspace in your current home while you save money.

Looking for the perfect home? Contact John Cordeira to help you find a home for your personal life and business! 516-526-8077

Below are Homes for sale that have a home office or the potential to build a home office

$899,000 - 4Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Locust Valley
$899,000
Open House
MLS# 3538333
88 Midway Avenue
Locust Valley, NY 11560
Property Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker American Homes.

$1,188,000 - 4Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Port Washington
$1,188,000
MLS# 3537053
35 Henderson Avenue
Port Washington, NY 11050
Property Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Courtesy of HomeSmart Premier Living Rlty.

$1,999,999 - 4Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Rockville Centre
$1,999,999
MLS# 3538009
395 Village Avenue
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Property Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker American Homes.

$719,000 - 3Br/2Ba -  for Sale in Glen Head
$719,000
MLS# 3538015
9 Wagon Lane
Glen Head, NY 11545
Property Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Courtesy of Branch Real Estate Group LLC.

$2,299,000 - 5Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Country Estates, East Hills
$2,299,000
MLS# 3538124
150 Peach Drive
East Hills, NY 11576
Property Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Courtesy of Greene Realty Group.

$589,000 - 3Br/1Ba -  for Sale in Levittown
$589,000
Open House
MLS# 3536206
33 Elmtree Lane
Levittown, NY 11756
Property Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Courtesy of Realty Connect USA LLC.

$799,000 - 3Br/1Ba -  for Sale in Floral Park
$799,000
MLS# 3537705
53 Walnut Avenue
Floral Park, NY 11001
Property Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate.

$1,249,000 - 3Br/3Ba -  for Sale in New Hyde Park
$1,249,000
MLS# 3537947
154 Claudy Lane
New Hyde Park, NY 11040
Property Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Greater.

$1,399,999 - 5Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Plainview
$1,399,999
MLS# 3537337
20 Carol Street
Plainview, NY 11803
Property Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Courtesy of Charles Rutenberg Realty Inc.

$934,999 - 3Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Bellmore
$934,999
MLS# 3537377
2531 Alvin Court
Bellmore, NY 11710
Property Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Courtesy of All Village Properties Inc.

$2,050,000 - 5Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Port Washington
$2,050,000
MLS# 3537517
33 Litchfield Road
Port Washington, NY 11050
Property Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Courtesy of Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl Rlty.

$689,000 - 4Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Levittown
$689,000
MLS# 3536511
98 Kingfisher Rd Road
Levittown, NY 11756
Property Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Courtesy of Island Advantage Realty LLC.

$2,098,000 - 5Br/5Ba -  for Sale in Knolls, Muttontown
$2,098,000
MLS# 3537112
240 Willis Avenue
Muttontown, NY 11791
Property Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Courtesy of Compass Greater NY LLC.

$599,999 - 3Br/1Ba -  for Sale in West Hempstead
$599,999
MLS# 3535832
596 Maple Street
West Hempstead, NY 11552
Property Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Courtesy of Signature Premier Properties.

$749,999 - 4Br/2Ba -  for Sale in Valley Stream
$749,999
MLS# 3535357
153 Cambridge Street
Valley Stream, NY 11581
Property Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Courtesy of EXP Realty.

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