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With an estimated 4.34 million people working from home full time in the U.S., and an additional 11.33 million doing so part time, it’s not surprising that retailers are zeroing in on the home office crowd.Everyone from office supply stores to home furnishing manufacturers are gearing up to take advantage of this growing homepreneur market. Unfortunately, as demand increases, so do price tags.

I was appalled at what I found during a recent Internet search for home office options. When all is said and done, the products these companies are encouraging you to purchase can add up to the cost of a small fuel-efficient car!Fortunately, you don’t have to fall victim to outrageously priced, home office trends. Here are a few ideas I’ve found to build a fantastic, functional, and comfortable home office on a budget.Affordable Home Office Furniture Options1. Your SpaceWe can’t start a conversation about setting up a home office without first discussing the space you’ll be utilizing. A lot of people have the idea that you need an entire room to set up an office. This mindset can lead to the perceived need to add an entire addition to your house, costing thousands of dollars. So, does “home office” mean you have to have an executive suite in your home? Absolutely not!A productive home office can be set up just about anywhere you have a few feet of available space. Forgotten areas like large stair landings, alcoves situated under stairs, closets, laundry rooms, kitchen nooks, the corners of spare or master bedrooms, and unused areas in the living room, can work perfectly. The possibilities are simply endless, depending on how much space you really need. You can also look to arrange your furniture differently and better utilize the space in your home.