How to capitalize website costs
Accounting for the development costs of an e-commerce or revenue-generating website.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Website Development Asset | Asset | 12,000.00 | - |
| Cash | Asset | - | 12,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Costs incurred during the application and infrastructure development stage are capitalized. Planning and post-launch maintenance are expensed.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Use project accounting codes to track development hours and external developer invoices.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Capitalization of content updates or maintenance costs which should be operating expenses.
📄 Required Documentation
Development stage timeline, invoices from web developers, and internal labor hour logs.
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