A great irony of accounting on an accrual basis is that it lets companies report revenue that they do not have and actual cash that they have not earned. Accounts receivable and deferred revenue ...

When you hear about the term "deferred revenue" and think about a typical list of financial statements, you might assume this goes on the income statement like other revenue received. However, ...

Whether you are a small business owner trying to get an accurate picture of cash flow or a Main Street investor examining financial statements to pick stocks, understanding deferred revenue can help ...