Bookkeeping basics
A Simple Way to Separate Business and Personal Expenses
A practical first step toward cleaner books: create a consistent boundary between business and personal spending.
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Give business spending a dedicated home
Open and use a business checking account for income and business purchases whenever possible. Pair it with a dedicated business card so everyday transactions have a clear starting point.
When every purchase flows through the same accounts, your monthly review is faster and your records are easier to understand.
Create a quick decision routine
Before you tap, swipe, or transfer, pause for one question: is this expense for the business or for me personally? If it is mixed, make a note while the context is fresh.
- Use a clear memo for unusual purchases or transfers.
- Keep digital receipts for larger or less obvious expenses.
- Review owner draws, reimbursements, and transfers monthly instead of guessing later.
Fixing a mixed transaction is still possible
Mixed spending happens, especially when you are getting established. Flag it, keep the receipt, and bring it up during your bookkeeping review. Consistent cleanup now is more useful than letting uncertainty pile up.