How to Record Tenant Referral Commissions
Records the payment of commissions to existing tenants for referring new residents or commercial occupants.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marketing and Leasing Expense | Expense | 1,500.00 | - |
| Cash | Asset | - | 1,500.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Referral commissions for short-term residential leases are typically expensed as incurred, whereas long-term commercial commissions might be capitalized and amortized.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Process through the Accounts Payable module tagged to marketing cost centers.
⚠️ Audit Flags
High frequency of referral payments to non-licensed individuals.
📄 Required Documentation
Executed referral agreement and a copy of the new tenant's signed lease.
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