If you run your business from home, you should know the IRS rules for claiming the home office tax deduction. Taking the deduction is a great way to save on your taxes, but you must follow these qualifying rules to avoid an audit. Who qualifies for a tax deduction? If you are a W-2 employee… Read more »
The growth in Wi-Fi usage means we’ve seen a steady decline in the number of cords from our devices. Yet we still must manage some unsightly cords hanging from the back of the desk, down walls and on the floor. Here’s how to manage cords effectively and attractively. Gather together There are two main sources… Read more »
The Covid-19 pandemic has brought changes to every aspect of our lives, even where we live. More adults work from home, more children are homeschooling, and dining and entertainment have shifted outdoors. Home designs are adapting to this new normal. Watch for these trends. Productive space at home Home designs are shifting to create productive… Read more »
The Covid-19 pandemic closed workplaces for much of 2020, sending millions of people home to conduct business. Even as restrictions have been lifted, many employers are continuing to allow their employees to work from home. If you are one of these workers, an appropriate workspace is essential to a good experience for you and those… Read more »
The Covid-19 pandemic has caused seismic changes in American workspaces, with large numbers of employees now working from home. As remote work becomes mainstream, now is a great time to highlight your home’s available work-from-home space when you’re selling. Moving work from offices to home As Covid-19 cases began to proliferate in March and April… Read more »
If your home has both living and family rooms, you may be using only the latter. What to do with that unused formal area? Here’s how to make your living room into a home office in five easy steps. Planning out your home office If you need help space planning, look to digital tools like… Read more »
Working from home has many appeals that can add value to your life. But before buying a house for your home business, pause for a moment to think about the following legal and logistical aspects. Layout Is there a dedicated room or separate space for your business? Can you turn a room into an office… Read more »
With more people working from home than ever before, office workspaces are now must-haves in many homes. Whether you have a dedicated office or a flexible work area in another room, stylish and ergonomic furniture along with smart storage solutions will help create an attractive, functional space. Desks. Current desktop computers feature integrated hard drives… Read more »
Offices have become a staple in many homes and top many prospective buyers’ wish lists, too. But with all the paper, the equipment, and the office supplies, it can feel like mission impossible to keep it all looking great. Regardless of whether you’re staging for sale or just trying to maintain a clutter-free home office,… Read more »
For many, working from home sounds romantic. For those who actually work from home, working from home has its romantic moments, but it also has its challenges. There are those mornings when the bed feels way more comfortable than the home office. But designing an ideal home office helps these professionals get out of bed… Read more »
