the laptop is called out with a value – I assume that is an account

someone also posted to the original cost account. again that appears to be an account

the transaction should be, you make a payment (check or CC charge) and as the expense you choose the laptop asset account, […]

Resolution for 'added twice issue: 'We bought a laptop last year and enter it into QBO as Plant / Property / Equipment. When we run balance sheet, under long term asset, the purchase price is added twice' available: Yes.

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