General
Owner's Personal Expense Paid by Business
Recording a transaction where the owner used the company bank account for a personal bill.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owner's Drawings / Due from Owner | Equity (-) | 120.00 | - |
| Cash / Bank | Asset (-) | - | 120.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
The 'Business Entity' concept dictates that the owner and the business are separate. Personal expenses are not business expenses; they reduce the owner's equity.
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