Template:Groups-Barter
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How the Spreadsheet Works
The accounting spreadsheet is the basic connection between the barter group members, where transactions are recorded and the administrator then transfers transactions to running balances. Each Group needs at least one administrator to setup the spreadsheet and maintain it. This person needs to have a just a very basic understanding of spreadsheets and accounting. Only group members have access and can edit their own barter transactions in the spreadsheet. The administrator needs to name the spreadsheet, create and send links to participating members.
Basic Principles
Each Members starts with a balance of zero dollars. Sales then add the that members balance, purchases subtract from that members balances. Administrators receive a 3% barter credit for all transactions within the group. All members attempt to maintain a balance not too far from zero. Group members can decide whether or not to make a barter transaction with members running a large negative balance. Member running large negative balances without providing a service wanted by the group can cause distrust and failure of the overall group. Alternatively or in addition to, groups can require new members to make a barter contribution of a set dollar amount and then never let a new member run a zero balance until a set trial time period.
