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What is the primary reason for having enough cash on hand to cover six months of operating expenses?
What is the primary reason for having enough cash on hand to cover six months of operating expenses?
What is the formula for calculating the break-even point?
What is the formula for calculating the break-even point?
What does the contribution margin represent?
What does the contribution margin represent?
In the example of the miniature birdhouse business, what is the minimum number of units that need to be sold to cover costs?
In the example of the miniature birdhouse business, what is the minimum number of units that need to be sold to cover costs?
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What is the purpose of calculating the break-even point?
What is the purpose of calculating the break-even point?
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What is required to open a business bank account?
What is required to open a business bank account?
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What is the main benefit of having a separate business bank account?
What is the main benefit of having a separate business bank account?
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What feature is essential in accounting software for product-based businesses?
What feature is essential in accounting software for product-based businesses?
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What is the primary purpose of determining startup costs?
What is the primary purpose of determining startup costs?
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What is a common feature of bookkeeping services?
What is a common feature of bookkeeping services?
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Why is it recommended to overestimate startup costs?
Why is it recommended to overestimate startup costs?
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What is a common use of a business bank account?
What is a common use of a business bank account?
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What is the purpose of generating financial statements in accounting software?
What is the purpose of generating financial statements in accounting software?
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Study Notes
Opening a Business Bank Account
- Keep personal and business finances separate to maintain clarity and organization
- To open a business bank account, you'll need to provide your business name and business tax identification number (EIN)
- A business bank account is used for business transactions, such as paying suppliers or invoicing customers
- A separate business bank account is often required to issue a business loan or line of credit
Hiring a Bookkeeper or Getting Accounting Software
- Accounting software should have inventory management, ledger and journal entries, and financial statement generation capabilities
- Features of accounting software include check writing, managing receivables and payables, tracking income and expenses, generating invoices, and calculating taxes
- Bookkeeping services can be accessed online and offer features like bank reconciliation and invoicing
Determining Your Break-Even Point
- To determine startup costs, make a list of physical supplies, professional services, licenses, permits, office space, and payroll and benefits (if applicable)
- Overestimate startup costs to ensure sufficient funding
- Aim to have enough cash to cover six months of operating expenses
- Break-even point = Fixed cost ÷ Contribution margin
- Contribution margin = Total sales revenue – Cost to make product
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Learn how to open a business bank account, why it's essential, and what's required, such as a business name and tax identification number.
