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Receipt of Advance Rent (Unearned)

Recording cash received from a tenant for the next 6 months of rent.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
CashAsset (+)6,000.00-
Unearned Rent RevenueLiability (+)-6,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Because you haven't 'provided' the space yet, the money is a liability. You owe the tenant the service (space) or their money back.

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