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Dream List of Basement Options

Basement options add value and livability to your lower level living spaces. Here are some ideas to get your creative juices going....



DREAM LIST OPTIONS:
(especially for finished basement square footage)

~ Basement rec room

basement rec room, basement ideas

* Pool table?
* Stereo system?
* Game system for your child so YOU can enjoy the ball game or the Hallmark channel while he races the latest sports car?
* Card table for board games?
* Scrapbooking nook?

~ Expanded living area

~ Quiet retreat for journaling

~ Guest bedroom

~ Teen bedroom

~ Workshop or "man cave"

~ Bathroom (half or full)

~ Laundry room

~ Studio

~ Apartment to rent (helps pay your mortgage!)

~ Home office

~ Exercise room

~ Extra closets

~ Storage shelves for seasonal items



The possibilities are ENDLESS!!




Save On Taxes

Remember, too, that if you start (or continue) a home-based business, you may be able to use that home office or teaching studio AND that business-related storage space as a tax-deductible expense!

For more information on how to save money on your taxes by starting a home business, click here for an audio message. This is the system I personally use and I love it!


Check with your accountant to figure out both the tax-deductible COST TO BUILD as well as the tax deductions for business use of the space.

Each country has various incentives and deductions for businesses. The U.S. rewards entrepreneurs, so consider starting a home business and watch your savings climb!



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