Home office news

Here are some recent news articles and updates related to home offices:

1. Remote Work Trends:

• A recent survey by Gallup found that 43% of employed adults in the US are working remotely at least some of the time, up from 31% in 2015. (Source: Gallup)
• A report by Global Workplace Analytics predicts that by 2028, 73% of all employed adults will be working remotely at least half of the time. (Source: Global Workplace Analytics)

2. Home Office Design:

• A study by the National Association of Home Builders found that 63% of homeowners are willing to sacrifice square footage in other areas of their home to create a dedicated home office. (Source: National Association of Home Builders)
• A design trend report by Houzz highlights the importance of natural light, comfortable seating, and storage solutions in home office design. (Source: Houzz)

3. Productivity and Wellness:

• A study by the University of California, Irvine found that employees who worked from home were more productive and had better work-life balance than those who worked in an office. (Source: University of California, Irvine)
• A report by the American Psychological Association highlights the importance of creating a healthy work environment, including a comfortable and well-lit home office, to reduce stress and improve overall well-being. (Source: American Psychological Association)

4. Technology and Tools:

• A report by Gartner predicts that by 2025, 60% of employees will use cloud-based productivity tools, up from 30% in 2020. (Source: Gartner)
• A review of the best home office software and tools by PCMag highlights the importance of cloud-based collaboration tools, project management software, and virtual meeting platforms. (Source: PCMag)

5. Tax Deductions:

• The IRS allows homeowners to deduct a portion of their mortgage interest and property taxes as a business expense if they use a dedicated home office for business purposes. (Source: IRS)
• A report by NerdWallet provides tips and guidelines for claiming home office deductions on your tax return. (Source: NerdWallet)

I hope you find these news articles and updates helpful!