Have you ever sat with an afternoon cup of coffee, wondering what having your own business would be like? Maybe, you've moved from thinking about a business, to creating a home based enterprise.

A few things to consider when sitting up a home based business are zoning regulations,less home traffic areas to avoid interruption ,cell phone, or land line phone, good lighting and ventilation, and a desk and chair.

A company called, National Office Liquidation, sells reasonably priced desks, chairs, shelving, and lamps. The company has warehouse showrooms in Chicago and Phoenix, but ship merchandise to all 50 states. Orders can be placed by phone,in the showrooms, or online. Another option is renting office equipment. It might be a good idea, when first starting your business, as you may need more space in a very short time.

Hudson Valley Office Furniture has 2 locations in New York State. They offer vintage and new products. They will send digital photos, via e-mail ,of their merchandise, based on desired size and shape. The company paints file cabinets any color requested. Their office furniture comes in every grade and condition. They sell sofas, paper shredders, artwork, and phone systems. The store hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday. Thursday they close at 7:30pm.

Hudson Valley recommends you take the measurements of the space ,for office location. . Also, measure windowsills, mouldings, or other items that limit space for office equipment. Placement of phone lines and outlets should also be considered. House calls are made as needed, to help plan the space. Experienced delivery personnel deliver your products and set them up in the home. Take advantage of all these options the company offers.

Dell Computers has an outlet store with good pricing. Refurbished computers carry a guarantee.

You will spend a lot of time in you home office. Consider wall color, decorative features, and comfort.

More and more people want to open businesses at home. Baby Boomers, entrepreneurs, new mothers, career change candidates, downsized employees, and grandparents, are starting them.

Take advantage of, all the options available, for finding office furniture for your new business.

Another consideration is a pleasant work environment. A lot of time is spent at a home based business. Think about a Feng Shui decorative arrangement for your home based business. Feng Shui is a Chinese art developed 3,000 years ago. It suggests ways to place furniture, plants, clocks, and other office items, together. When properly placed items are together, it balances the energy of a space and gives good luck to the person inhabiting it.