Working from home may sound like a dream come true, but before you take a seat and get to work there are a few things you need to consider. First and foremost, you need to answer this question: how much money will it take to setup your home office?

Some companies pay for employees to setup a home office. This includes all the equipment they need, from a desk to a computer and much more. Others, however, let the worker figure things out on their own. Furthermore, if you plan on starting your own company, you are 100 percent in charge of this task.

If money is on your mind, here are three ways to spend less while getting everything you want and need for your space:

1. Shop around. The same can be said for almost every purchase, but this definitely holds true when it comes to items for your home office. In addition to local stores, don’t shy away from shopping online.

2. Buy used. Why do you need a new desk and chair when you can probably get the same results from used items? If you truly want to save money, this is an idea to consider. This is not to say you should purchase “beat up” items that will make it a challenge to complete your day to day tasks. What it does mean is that you should search for gently used office furniture and equipment that is priced to sell.

3. Do without for the time being. Nobody wants to do this, but if money is tight there is no point in getting ahead of yourself. This is particularly true if you are starting your own company and unsure of when the money will begin to roll in. Unless you absolutely need a particular item, you might as well leave it off your shopping list for the time being.

With these three tips guiding you, it becomes much easier to spend less when setting up a home office.