#accounting
Master accounting fundamentals and best practices for plain-text bookkeeping
Learn what revenue recognition is, when to record income under GAAP and ASC 606, and how to apply the five-step model. Includes practical examples for service, product, subscription, and construction businesses.
US SG&A (selling, general & administrative) expenses: how to calculate the ratio, benchmarks, and what to cut without hurting growth.
Learn how to manage Shopify accounting the right way—from setting up your chart of accounts and tracking COGS to navigating multi-state sales tax, reconciling payouts, and avoiding the most common ecommerce bookkeeping mistakes.
Learn the straight-line depreciation formula, see step-by-step calculation examples, and understand when to use this method. Covers IRS recovery periods, journal entries, depreciation schedules, and comparisons with accelerated methods.
A trial balance is a listing of all general ledger accounts and their debit or credit balances. Learn how to prepare one, the three types, and common errors.
Learn what unearned revenue is, why it's classified as a liability, how to record it with journal entries, real-world examples from SaaS to gift cards, tax implications, and best practices for managing deferred revenue.
Learn what bad debt expense is, how to calculate it using the direct write-off and allowance methods, and how to record it properly. Includes journal entries, formulas, aging schedules, and tips for managing uncollectible accounts.
Learn what the break-even point is, how to calculate it with the break-even formula, and why every business owner needs this analysis. Includes step-by-step examples, common mistakes to avoid, and strategies to lower your break-even point.
Learn how to determine what your business is worth using the four main valuation methods: asset-based, earnings multiple (SDE/EBITDA), market-based, and discounted cash flow. Includes formulas, industry multiples, and tips to increase your company's value.
Learn what cost of goods sold (COGS) is, how to calculate it using the COGS formula, and why it matters for profitability and taxes. Includes inventory valuation methods, common mistakes, and tips to reduce COGS for small businesses.
Learn what deferred revenue is, why it is recorded as a liability, and how to recognize it over time. Includes journal entry examples, ASC 606 guidance, common mistakes, and practical tips for small businesses managing advance payments.
Learn what deferred revenue is, why it's classified as a liability, and how to record it with proper journal entries. Covers ASC 606 revenue recognition rules, common mistakes, and practical tips for SaaS and subscription businesses.
