Small Business Expense Tracking for Beginners

If you run a side hustle or small business, a simple weekly habit beats a frantic scramble at tax time.

1. Separate business and personal spending

Use one card or account only for business so every transaction is easy to find.

2. Log expenses weekly

• Date
• Vendor
• Category (supplies, software, travel)
• Amount
• Receipt saved? ✓

3. Track mileage as you go

Record start and end odometer readings and the purpose of each business trip.

4. Summarize every quarter

Add up categories every three months. You'll spot cost creep early and have tidy totals ready for your accountant. Our Small Business Expense Tracker includes all of these sheets.