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Multiple Businesses, Multiple Methods

What happens when you own more than one business? Do you have to use the same accounting method for all of them? The either/or dilemma is often between using a single, uniform method and matching the right method to the specific needs of each business. Fortunately, the rule allows for flexibility.

If you own more than one business, you can use a different accounting method for each one. This both/and solution allows you to choose the best method for each entity, but only if the method for each business clearly shows its income and you keep a complete and separate set of books and records for each business. This is a Sound and flexible approach that honors the different needs of various business models.

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