More and more people are working from home, a trend that may very well have staying power as companies rethink their business models and look to trim office space-related costs. If you don’t have a designated home office, and you’re looking to establish one for resell, consider these two caveats.
Be Careful With a Bedroom Conversion
A spare bedroom can be converted into an office, but be careful when doing so because bedrooms are still paramount for buyers, and you could find yourself in a precarious situation if you make it so that one of your three bedrooms functions solely as a home office.
As an alternative, make one of your bedrooms double as a home office by swapping out the bed for a sleeper sofa or loveseat. Instead of using a free-standing desk, opt for a floating desk that mounts to the wall. This not only frees-up floor space and makes the desk less intrusive, but it helps buyers see that the room can easily perform dual functions. Wall-mounted desks often have small shelves and areas where things like photos and trophies can be displayed—which, when properly staged, can further help buyers see the dual nature of the space.
Be Sure to Choose a Quiet Area
Much like searching for a home, situating your office is all about location, location, location. Pick a room that has sufficient space and is away from main living areas inside your home where there tends to be lots of noise and heavy foot traffic. Consider an underused or secluded space, perhaps a loft area or a basement. A walkout basement can be ideal because it can give potential buyers the option to have clients enter and exit without walking through the rest of the home.
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