There are many benefits to a professional office space setting. A “real” office makes you more official in the eyes of your clients, and sends a clear message that you are serious about your profession. Having a professional office gives clients a place to visit, meet with you, and feel comfortable doing business with you. A physical office location can sometimes result in walk-in traffic that you would have otherwise not had.
“…some customers will never feel comfortable with you unless you have a brick-and-mortar shop. This can be an issue of accessibility, trust, safety or any combination thereof.” (Forbes 2012)