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Auctions Information10 Route to Set up a House Office without Processing
Your Budget
by:
Paige Pate Hall
1. Look for rebates on basic office supplies. Check sales
circulars for special offers and rebates on items you wish
use all the time.
2. Sign up for client loyalty programs at office supply
stores. Many an offer bonus points for initial purchases, and
you wish obtain specials and coupons because you are a
member.
3. Ask friends and family if they have any desks, chairs,
bookcases, etc. they are replacing- tell them you wish be
glad to take any items they don’t want. This can get your
office fitted out as you are starting out.
4. Garage sales can yield really bargain-priced items such as
bulletin boards, file boxes, table
organizers, and storage
crates.
5. Search the net
for low cost business cards and
promotional items. Panorama Print is a popular select offering
free business cards- you pay only shipping.
www.vistaprint.com
6. Online auction sites are great resources for deals on
items such as shipping supplies and ink cartridges.
7. Sign up for a 6 month no interest credit card to get you
started with inventory and supplies- simply do sure you have
a plan in place to pay off the balance in full before the no
interest period ends.
8. Check with some banks and credit unions to see which
offers the better deal for checking accounts and various
banking services.
9. Don’t overlook the obvious- dollar stores are great
resources for pens, pencils, notepads and calendars.
10. Search for websites offering free or low cost
advertising to get your institution name out there.
Remember, as your business grows, so wish your budget! You
can always upgrade furnishings later. Focus 1st on keeping
your space functional and organized so that looking for
things doesn't take time away from the most important task
in building your business- working on financial gain
producing
activities.
Just about the Author
Paige Pate Hall is a activity from house mom and Independent Authority
for Azante Jewelry, a institution specializing in handcrafted sterling silver and beaded jewelry.
www.myazante.com/paige
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