SaaS
Capitalizing Internal Software Development
Recording internal labor costs as an intangible asset during the application development stage.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitalized Software (Intangible) | Asset (+) | 25,000.00 | - |
| Cash / Wages Payable | Liability (+) | - | 25,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
For SaaS companies, coding costs after reaching 'technical feasibility' are moved from the income statement to the balance sheet as an asset.
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