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    Jun 4, 2009, 03:17 PM
    Is commission on sales a expense?
    Is commission on sales an expense or would you consider this a discount on income?
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    Jun 4, 2009, 03:40 PM

    Hello c:

    In terms of your books, it's an expense. ALL expenses reduce your income, however.

    excon
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    Jun 4, 2009, 06:42 PM

    From an accounting standpoint, commission isn't any different than a salary.
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    Jun 7, 2009, 07:40 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by excon View Post
    Hello c:

    In terms of your books, it's an expense. ALL expenses reduce your income, however.

    excon
    :)Thank You!
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    Jun 7, 2009, 07:57 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by excon View Post
    Hello c:

    In terms of your books, it's an expense. ALL expenses reduce your income, however.

    excon
    Thank You!
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