Track Every Sale, Expense, and Agreement

Creative work becomes a business the moment money changes hands. Keeping records from the start saves you stress later.

One simple spreadsheet is enough to start. Record every sale, every expense, and every agreement you make.

• For each sale, write the date, what was sold, and the amount.
• For each expense, keep the receipt and note what it was for.
• Save every agreement in one folder.

Rules about taxes and business records differ by place, so check with an accountant or lawyer for what applies to you.

General information, not legal, tax, or financial advice. More tips: all free tips.

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