THINGS TO REMEMBER BEFORE RENTING A COWORKING SPACE

The trend of Remote working and coworking spaces in India has gained substantial momentum in the last decade. More and more professionals are now considering a remote career and work from shared coworking spaces that are available for rent. But most remote workers, especially fresh ones are unaware of the various nuances to look out for while renting a shared coworking space.

In this article, we shall discuss a few pointers every remote worker, experienced or otherwise, should remember before booking their next shared coworking space.

CODE OF CONDUCT

While working from a shared coworking space you are sure to meet professionals with diverse personalities and characters. To keep everyone satisfied and on the same page, the managers or administrators of such locations usually maintain a certain decorum and enforce fair interaction protocols to ensure that the work environment is flexible and harmonious.

It’s always good idea to familiarize oneself with the code of conduct of the coworking space before actually booking it. For example some spaces might not entertain music, while some might not entertain smoking. It is best to clarify such nuances beforehand to avoid any hassles post booking.

PAYMENT OPTIONS & TAXES

Coworking spaces which are available for rent, accept multiple modes of payments. They are no longer limited only to online and digital payments. However each shared coworking location has its very own payment options and policies. It is better for remote workers to clarify this before actually booking the space and also enquire about bulk payments, deals, and discounts.

On the other hand, with the introduction and nationwide implementation of GST, taxation has become quite transparent and simple. With that being said, it is always a good idea for remote workers to clarify if their quoted rent amount is inclusive or exclusive of taxes or not before booking the shared coworking space.

AGREEMENTS & CLAUSES

Before booking your next coworking space, remote workers should always review the agreements and clauses associated with the shared coworking space. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the clauses regarding lock-in periods, deposits, and other such nuances beforehand. Also review the agreement to make sure that the coworking space you’re about to book, realizes your needs and demands from the very get-go, to avoid conflict later.

A non-compliance should also be a part of the agreement which ensures that all the services and amenities charged to you are actually provided and delivered. And in the case of non-compliance, puts the owners or the administrators of the coworking space at fault. But its real intention is to ensure that both parties engage with each other properly and in the most pleasant manner.

These are only but a few pointers to remember while booking a shared coworking space. It is apparent that find the right kind of shared workspace involves a lot of research and comparisons. Well we at The UnCube provide remote workers with the ability to search, compare, and book your next coworking space, based on your location, budget, and other preferences.