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When
you own a business, it can be challenging to
also keep up with responsibilities around the
house. From performing regular maintenance to
stocking the fridge with healthy,
budget-friendly
foods, managing a household is a lot of work
when you also spend several hours per day
dealing with business matters. When you own more
than one home, those responsibilities are
multiplied, and the stresses that come with
traveling, keeping
things safe at each location,
and finding the best deals on all the essential
costs can be overwhelming. Making
arrangements ahead of time
can help you save money and keep stress to a
minimum, which is why it’s so important to get
organized and start planning from the get-go.
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Consider these factors when you’re trying to run
a business while managing your households:
Make sure your business is well taken care of
If you’re going to be traveling between homes
often, it’s essential to make sure your business
is
in good hands. This
means hiring people you trust to take over
management duties, ensuring that you and your
team have access to quality communication tools,
and appointing a registered agent in the state
your business is licensed in so they can handle
important or sensitive documents in
your absence. Not only will these moves help you
keep your business on track no matter where you
are, it will give you peace of mind that things
are running smoothly as you take care of other
matters.
Split your time between states, find the
cheapest rates
Not only is it important to make sure your
business is well taken care of, it’s crucial to
find ways to save money on different aspects of
your lifestyle. Own two homes in different
states? Do some research on things like health
and car insurance and figure out which state
offers the best rates before committing to one.
You can also do this with your car registration
and save money each year.
It’s also a good idea to do a little homework
and learn more about the cost of living in the
states where your homes are located. Staying
up-to-date on the current cost of things like
gas and groceries will allow you to stock
up at the best price on
non-perishables, frozen foods, and canned goods
in the cheaper location. Get organized by
keeping a small binder full of coupons in your
vehicle, or create a spreadsheet for each
household that lists all the items you have or
ones you need for your next visit. Need to buy
items for your second home such as an air
purifier or vacuum? Read unbiased reviews of
various safety gear, tools, and toys before
purchasing.
Travel
between homes with ease
Staying up-to-date on the cost of things around
the country will also come in handy while you’re
traveling between homes. If you’re thinking of
buying a new property or have already done so
and will be moving soon, you’ll need some
information about what to expect:
Managing more than one home, running a business,
and taking care of everything in between can be
stressful even when you’re organized, but by
utilizing online resources, you can learn more
about things like the cost of renting storage
units and saving money as you travel.
Article Submitted (2022) By:
June Duncan  june@riseupforcaregivers.org
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