How to Record Seller Wallet Interest Income
Recording interest earned on aggregate escrow balances held by the platform.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escrow Cash | Asset | 125.50 | - |
| Interest Income | Revenue | - | 125.50 |
💡 Accountant's Note
If the marketplace terms allow the platform to retain interest earned on funds held in escrow, the interest is recorded as corporate revenue once credited by the financial institution.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Automate interest posting via bank feed integration directly to a non-operating income account.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Terms of service compliance regarding ownership of interest; reconciliation of bank interest to ledger.
📄 Required Documentation
Platform Terms of Service (ToS) and monthly bank credit advice.
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