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cash basis

American  

noun

  1. a method of recording income and expenses in which each item is entered as received or paid.


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Contorno is one of a small cohort of people who opt to buy healthcare largely on a cash basis.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 18, 2026

“All in, just on a cash basis, these projects are making anywhere from 8 to 15 percent,” he said.

From Slate Mar. 6, 2025

Because big banks and credit card companies have shunned the industry, it largely operates on a cash basis.

From Seattle Times May 7, 2022

Because individuals are cash basis taxpayers, only the taxpayer who actually pays the mortgage is entitled to a deduction.

From Forbes Dec. 30, 2014

She showed much disappointment when Marsden declined to trade except upon a cash basis.

From Flint His Faults, His Friendships and His Fortunes by Goodwin, Maud Wilder

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