Cash & Cash Equivalents

The most straightforward transaction and business receives immediate value.
It is still the most common transaction and many people like cash and feel comfortable paying with cash.

It has to be sorted, counted and taken to the bank daily, and that it is time-consuming process.
Security risks are present (robbery, counterfeit, shortages resulting from employee errors).
It is expensive, because banks charge to handle cash.

Tips To Avoid Risk Of Robbery:

Keep small amounts of cash on hand.
Deposit cash daily.
If you have large amounts of cash, make more deposits daily.
Never hold cash overnight, use night deposit services.

NOTE: Business owners rarely pay suppliers in cash, but there may be occasions when you pay cash for something If you pay cash for something, obtain a receipt or you won't be able to claim that expense.

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