Why You Don’T Want to Capitalize Expenses
Sometimes people want to treat expenses as assets. Ironically, that’s usually a bad idea, for several reasons: 1. Money spent buying assets isn’t t...
Types of Startup Financing
1. Investment is what you or someone else puts into the company. It ends up as Paid-in Capital in the Balance Sheet. This is the classic concept of...
Cash Balance on Starting Date
Cash requirements is an estimate of how much money your startup company needs to have in its checking account when it starts. In general, your Cash...
Do startups need accountants?
If your business is small, you may get away with not hiring a regular accountant and just enlisting a professional to help at tax time. But regular...
Do startups use GAAP?
Smart startups definitely use GAAP! These are the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles that are used to standardize accounting practice across...
How much do startups spend on accounting?
That really depends on the startup. It’s wise to hire a person or invest in a system to help manage the accounting in your business. Look at your n...
What are the five basic accounts in bookkeeping?
The five most basic accounts in bookkeeping are Assets, Liabilities, Equity, Revenue, and Expenses. Most business accounts and cash accounting acti...
Where do startup costs go on a balance sheet?
A variety of expenditures can be involved in establishing a business; obtaining equipment or stock, market research, and even staff training can qu...
How can startups save money on accounting?
Startups can save money on accounting immediately by taking meticulous care of their records, receipts, and spending. Choosing an accounting progra...