Cash Basis Accounting vs. Accrual Accounting

Published: 02 May 2018
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In this video, we explain cash basis accounting versus accrual accounting. Learn more about cash basis accounting versus accrual accounting here: https://bit.ly/2PGdqVE

The difference between cash and accrual accounting lies in the timing of when sales and purchases are recorded in your accounts. Cash accounting recognizes revenue and expenses only when money changes hands, but accrual accounting recognizes revenue when it’s earned, and expenses when they’re billed (but not paid).

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