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March 23, 2021
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How do I record employee loan forgiveness

  • March 23, 2021
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If an employee is terminated while we still have an employee loan outstanding, how do I record in QB so that the balance forgiven shows on the employee's W2?

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March 23, 2021

Hi, @9130349659890896!

 

In QuickBooks Online, we'll have to set up a liability account where we can record the loan.  This account tracks what you owe.

 

These are the steps that will walk you through the process:

  1. Select Settings ⚙, and then Chart of Accounts.
  2. From the upper left, select New.
  3. Set the Account Type to either Other Current Assets or Current Assets.
    Note:
    • Create an Other Current Asset if the loan is to be repaid within the current fiscal year.
    • Create an Other Asset if the loan will be repaid after the current fiscal year.
  4. Choose Loans to Others in the Detail Type drop-down.
  5. Add a recognizable name like "Customer Loan-Lastname".
  6. Select Save and close without entering an opening balance.

You can also read these articles for more details: How do I prepare for Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness?

 

I'm always here to lend a helping hand if you have any other questions. Wishing you continued business success now and in the future.

 

March 24, 2021

Yes, the loans are recorded.  My question pertains to loan forgiveness.  If an employee is terminated while he/she has an outstanding loan, how do we record that in QB?