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November 10, 2023
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Loan Forgivenss

  • November 10, 2023
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How do I record loan forgiveness? The SBA forgave my payroll protection loan, without tax liability. I previously recorded the balance as a long-term liability. How do I account for this forgiveness? Thank you

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November 10, 2023

Thanks for posting in the Community, drstewart512. I'm here to help you with recording the loan forgiveness.

 

One way to account for the loan forgiveness is by creating a journal entry. However, I recommend seeking professional guidance from an accountant before proceeding to ensure that you use the right accounts for debiting and crediting and that your books are free of errors.

 

You may also find this article on Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness helpful for more information on how to handle loan forgiveness.

 

Additionally, here's a helpful resource on the best practices for reconciling in QuickBooks Online that you may find useful in the future: Reconcile an account in QuickBooks Online.

 

Please feel free to let me know if you have any further questions or if there's anything else I can assist you with in recording the loan forgiveness. I'm always here to help. Have a great day!