How to enter Owner and Shareholder Equity?

A clear depiction of ownership equity is vital for any effective business plan. This introduction will guide you through the easy steps to record the contributions of founders and shareholders, ensuring a stable foundation for your financial planning.

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Login into your account and, navigate to the  "Finance Forecasting" module.

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Within the Finance Forecasting Module, look for and select the "Working Capital" option under the Forecast section. This area allows you to adjust and input various capital-related figures.

Within the  Working Capital menu, choose  "Funding". Click on the " Add Funding Group"  to add a new funding group and click on the " Add Funding" option. 

TIP: Moving finance items from one group to another is hassle-free. For a detailed walkthrough, check out our help guide here.

If the investment comes directly from the owner, or founder, as a personal investment, use the "Owner's Contribution" option to add this amount.

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If the investment from owners, founders, or shareholders is through equity, opt for "Common Stock" or "Preferred Stock" to accurately add their investment details to your Finance module.

Where does this entry appear in the financial statements?

In the financial statements, entries related to owner and shareholder equity are shown in two areas: under the Balance Sheet and Cash Flow report.

In the Balance Sheet, Owner and shareholder equity entries appear in the 'Equity' section.

In the Cash Flow statement, these entries are highlighted under the 'Amount Received' category."

Moreover, For further details, You can refer to the detailed "Funding" report:

By following these steps, you can effectively add and manage founder and shareholder equity within your business plan, ensuring your financial forecasts are comprehensive and reflective of your business’s capital structure.