Transfers from current a/c into loan a/cs

Transfers from current a/c into loan a/csblloyd20032021-05-19T08:55:59-04:00

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- blloyd2003
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  May 19, 2021 at 8:55 am
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  Hi, I have loan accounts set up so that each time I make a payment to one of then from my current a/c, I mark this as a Transfer into that loan a/c, for instance Mortgage. The starting balance is what was owed when I set the account up. So every time I make a payment it will decrease the amount in the loan account.
  However, in my current a/c, the expenses unspent is the figure as if it was unspent, so that at the end of each month, it looks like any payment I made to any loan account is not spent, so the figure is off. What way would you recommend I deal with loan repayments? Thanks. And I love this software!
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- Ramona00
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  July 28, 2021 at 1:17 pm
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  I would like to know this as well! :)
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Understanding Loan Repayments in CalendarBudget

Managing loan repayments effectively is crucial for maintaining a balanced budget. Within CalendarBudget, users can easily track their loan payments, ensuring they are accounted for in their financial planning. This feature allows individuals to see how much they owe, when payments are due, and how these payments impact their overall financial health.

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