With personal expenses reduced, it’s possible to consider an alternate lifestyle that involves a balance between work and travel. With the two of us living in the office, we have now freed up a great deal of expenses from our condo, which was costing $30,000 annually (not including the second car). Now with personal ex-penses reduced, it’s possible to consider an alternate lifestyle that involves a bal-ance between work and travel. BEFORE YOU LEAP… Of course, there are some folks that might not do well in this situation. Couples with very active children or teenagers might find this situation challenging due to noise concerns. Couples that require some separation and value their independence might also struggle in this situation. Big families need a lot of space and should be allowed to run around and make noise. That isn’t ideal in a house prac-tice, unless you have a big building with room to really separate the spaces. You may also lose your capital gains exemption for your primary residence, so you should also talk to your ac-countant about doing this before you make a change. However, the bottom line still stands: Home practices can be worth-while to provide you with more time, a better work-life balance, and more efficient use of your cash. KEY POINTS FOR CREATING AN AT-HOME CLINIC 1. If you’re not able to create a separate entrance, ensure there’s a door to your living space that no one ever enters 2.Try to have your space on a separate floor from your clinic 3. Bring in a competent designer to help you see the possibilities of converting floor plans 4. Be prepared to de-clutter and get rid of a lot of stuff 5. Consider renting storage during the transition 6. Make sure you have adequate ventilation for when you are cooking to avoid smells in the office 7. Allow six months to a year for planning and any renovations May 31 -June 1, 2019 Our biennial research symposium presents: Prevention and Management of Low Back Pain – The Expanding Role of the Chiropractor Homecoming highlights include: President’s Welcome Home Barbecue, Grand Reception, Dinner & Awards and more Online registration opening soon. For more information: 416 482 2340 ext. 200 -events @cmcc.ca www.canadianchiropractor.ca December 2018 Canadian Chiropractor 23
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