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- Find a home with an office: A space that is private, quiet, and set apart from the rest of the home is perfect. This may be an actual office, spare bedroom, a walk in closet, finished basement room or space above the attic, etc. A space works especially well if it gets some natural light. If your home office is “used soley and exclusively for business purposes” you can claim a federal tax deduction for business use of your home.
- Patio or other nice outdoor space: Working from home can be intense with no co-workers to break up your day. Finding a home with a nice outdoor oasis to take breaks in can relieve some stress and allow you to be more productive.
- Check into nearby cafes or bookstores: Working from home can get lonely so you may be tempted to reach out to family and friends on the phone, but this can cut into your work time. Look for nice cafes or bookstores that you can bring your laptop to and work from for a little while. This way you can enjoy some great coffee while being around other people, without being too distracted.
- Find a home that’s close to a park or walking paths: Finding a home that is nearby a nice outdoor space can allow you to take your lunch breaks outside which will help you to relax and clear your mind.
- Find a fenced-in yard: Anyone with pets knows that they definitely crave our attention! If you are inside all day with your furry friends they will want you to focus on them, making it difficult to get your work done. With a fenced-in yard, you can let your pets play outside while you get your work done.