How to Record Common Area Maintenance Recovery
Billing tenants for their proportional share of operating expenses under triple-net lease terms.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounts Receivable | Asset | 8,000.00 | - |
| CAM Recovery Revenue | Revenue | - | 8,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Revenue recognized for the reimbursement of shared costs such as landscaping, security, and cleaning.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Automate via the CAM reconciliation module linked to the lease accounting engine.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Large year-end true-ups resulting from inaccurate monthly estimates.
📄 Required Documentation
Lease agreements and the annual CAM budget vs actual reconciliation.
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