create an asset register on Quickbooks

I'm thrilled to see you here in the Community, Pilate! Let's work together to create an asset register so you can manage your business's assets effectively in QuickBooks Online.

An asset register is a vital tool for strategic planning, effective resource management, and ensuring the sustainability of your business. Here's how to create on in QuickBooks Online:

1. Navigate to the gear icon and select the Chart of accounts.
2. Click New.
3. Name the asset account.
4. Choose Current assets or Non-current assets from the Account type dropdown.
5. In the Detail type dropdown, select the option that best describes the asset.
6. Enter the opening balance in the Opening Balance field and pick the starting date in the As of field. You can leave this balance as $0.
7. Hit Save.

You may refer to these screenshots for guidance.

To dive deeper into creating an asset account to track the current value and depreciation of your asserts, feel free to check out this article: Set up an asset account in QuickBooks Online. You'll also find steps on how to check if you already have an asset account under Step 1.

Then, for guidance on tracking asset depreciation using journal entries, here's a handy article: Depreciate assets in QuickBooks Online.

If you have any other questions about managing assets or creating new accounts, please feel free to let me know through the comment section below. I'm here to help you achieve your goals in QuickBooks. Keep safe, Pilate!