when you move. Taking your current furniture is what most companies do, but you may still need to buy more if you are moving into a bigger space. If you are a newer company you may have to buy all new furniture. This is going to cost thousands of dollars and should be factored into your moving budget. If the whole building is yours you need to factor in waiting areas and other places. You’ll have to furnish your conference room as well. This is a major cost. I suggest buying as many desks and chairs as you need for each employee, and then a few extra ones in case you plan on expanding. You can always order more but if you need someone to start immediately, you don’t want to be out of places to sit and work. If you have a kitchen or a kitchen area it may be your duty to furnish it or get it up and running. You may need a refrigerator, oven, microwave, and water dispenser. This can cost quite a bit as well. The good thing about all these costs is that you own them and can bring them wherever else you may eventually move to.
PARKING FEES
Some space requires a parking fee for a nearby lot or garage. Others may depend on public parking. A parking contract with a lot will cost a bit more in amenity costs than other situations. It’s worth adding to your budget if your property requires it.
FACTORING DIFFERENT S IFFERENT SEASONS INTO UTILITY COSTS
Depending on your area and the climate you live in, brace for rising and falling utility costs. Warehouses generally cost a lot more to keep at a good temperature in winter than they do in the summer. Consider the quality of the HVAC unit and the AC
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