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Work from Home

What is a Work From Home benefit?

It's not just a laptop. It's a flexible Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) that empowers your team to build a workspace where they can actually focus, thrive, and stay.

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More than just a monitor

A Work From Home stipend isn't just about hardware. It's about giving your team the agency to create an environment where they can do their best work — whatever that looks like for them.

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Internet

Fiber, Mesh Wifi, 5G Hotspots

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Ergonomics

Chairs, Standing Desks, Footrests

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Hardware

Monitors, Keyboards, Mice

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Audio

Noise-canceling, Mics, Speakers

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Co-working

WeWork, Local Hubs, Day Passes

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Power

UPS Backups, Surge Protectors

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Lighting

Ring Lights, Desk Lamps

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Mix & match what your team needs.

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See How SideUp Works in 4 Easy Steps

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01.

Choose your benefits

Decide which benefits you want to offer and who they apply to.
02.

Implement your policy

Set your budget, eligibility rules, and spending limits. Our platform handles the compliance and guardrails automatically.

03.

Connect to payroll

Seamlessly integrate with your existing payroll provider. We handle the tax implications and reporting for you.

04.

Join the SideUp platform

Invite your team. They get their cards, you get the credit for being an amazing employer. Everyone wins.
REAL IMPACT, MEASURED IN RESULTS

The numbers don't lie

Based on SideUp’s internal research comparing clients with vs. without flexible stipends. When you give employees choice, the numbers speak for themselves.

eNPS Points
+35
eNPS Points
Clients using SideUp consistently score +35 points higher than those relying on standard perks.
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Profit
+ 23%
Profit
Employees who are happy with their benefits are more productive and can increase a company’s revenue by up to 23%.
ROI
10x
ROI
For every $1 spent on SideUp stipends, companies save $10 in retention costs and productivity gains.
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about work-from-home benefits.

What can a work-from-home benefit cover?

Common categories include internet bills, home office equipment, ergonomic furniture, coworking space memberships, and utilities tied to remote work.

Is a work-from-home stipend taxable?

In most cases yes, unless it's structured as a reimbursement for specific, documented business expenses under IRS accountable plan rules.

How much do companies typically offer for remote work benefits?

Stipends commonly range from $50 to $150 per month, though it varies based on company size and how remote-first the team is.

Can employees choose what to spend their work-from-home benefit on?

Yes, employees choose from eligible categories like internet, equipment, or coworking spaces rather than a single fixed reimbursement item.

Does a home office stipend help with retention?

Yes, it signals that the company supports remote work in practice, which matters especially for distributed teams competing for remote talent.

How does SideUp handle work-from-home benefit spending?

Employees spend through their SideUp card at eligible vendors, with budgets and categories set by the employer and tracked automatically.

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