How can I include a register transaction but exclude it from the running balance?

Norman Drews

I created a category where I want to keep track of the balance in a separate report but don't want the amounts applied to the account register. Is that possible?

Rocket J Squirrel

Create a split transaction. Categorize the real amount as required, and balance it out with an equal negative amount categorized such that it won't appear in reports.

splasher

Only by putting the number in the Memo field, but then it is text and not a number that can be added/totaled.

I have to wonder why? Please explain and maybe there is another way to get what you want.

Norman Drews

I had purchased a home with a tenant in it with the expectation to sell it after a few months to an investor. The tenant decided to skip out on rent payment during the transition. It is a cost additional to the purchase price that I want to account for in a separate report.

Rocket J Squirrel

Create a split transaction. Categorize the real amount as required, and balance it out with an equal negative amount categorized such that it won't appear in reports.

Norman Drews

I like that idea. Thanks!