Doug Maltbee formed a lawn service business as a summer job. To start the business on May 1, he deposited $1,000 in a new bank account in the name of the proprietorship. The $1,000 consisted of a $600 loan from his father and $400 of his own money. Doug rented lawn equipment, purchased supplies, and hired fellow students to mow and trim his customer's lawns.

At the end of each month, Doug mailed bills to his customers. On August 31, he was ready to dissolve the business and return to Louisiana State University for the fall semester. Because he was so busy, he kept few records other than his checkbook and a list of amounts owed to him by customers.

At August 31, Doug's checkbook shows a balance of $690, and his customers still owe him $500. During the summer, he collected $4,250 from customers. His checkbook lists payments for supplies totaling $400, and he still has gasoline, weedeater cord, and other supplies that cost a total of $50. He paid his employees $1,900, and he still owes them $200 for the final week of the summer.

Doug rented some equipment from Scholes Machine Shop. On May 1, he signed a six-month lease on mowers and paid $600 for the full lease period. Scholes will refund the unused potion of the prepayment if the equipment is in good shape. To get the refund, Doug has kept the mower in excellent condition. In fact, he had to pay $300 to repair a mower.

To transport employees and equipment to jobs, Doug used a trailer that he bought for $300. He figures that the summer's work used up one-third of the trailer's service potential. The business checkbook lists a payment of $460 for cash withdrawals by Doug during the summer. Doug paid his father back during August.

As a team, prepare the income statement of Maltbee Lawn Service for the four months May through August. Prepare the classified balance sheet of Maltbee Lawn Service at August 31.

Please add your file.

Next, as a small group discuss the following. Was Maltbee's summer work successful? Give the reason for your answer. What are the steps in the accounting cycle?

Income Statement
Income
received 4250
receivable 500
Total 4750

Expenses
wages 2100
equipment lease 600
supplies 400
mower repairs 300
trailer depr 100
Total 3500
Net income 1250

Balance sheet
Assets
cash 690
accounts recv 500
supplies 50
prepaid lease 200
trailer 200
Assets 1640

Liabilities
wages due 200
withdrawals 460
Capital account 980
Liabilities 1640

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Benjamin O'Henry has owned and operated O'Henry's Data Services since its beginning ten years ago. From all appearances, the business has prospered. In the past few years, you have become friends with O'Henry and his wife. Recently, O'Henry mentioned that he has lost his zest for the business and would consider selling it for the right price. You are interested in buying this business, and you obtain its most recent monthly unadjusted trial balance which follows

To prepare the income statement and classified balance sheet for Maltbee Lawn Service, you need to follow these steps:

1. Gather all the relevant financial information: In this case, you have the information about income received, income receivable, expenses incurred, assets, and liabilities.

2. Determine the income: Add up all the income received from customers ($4,250) and the amount still receivable ($500). The total income is $4,750.

3. Calculate the expenses: Add up all the expenses incurred, including wages ($1,900), equipment lease ($600), supplies ($400), mower repairs ($300), and trailer depreciation ($100). The total expenses are $3,500.

4. Calculate the net income: Subtract the total expenses ($3,500) from the total income ($4,750). The net income is $1,250.

5. Prepare the income statement: List the income and expenses, and calculate the net income. The income statement should look like this:

Income:
- Received: $4,250
- Receivable: $500
Total income: $4,750

Expenses:
- Wages: $1,900
- Equipment lease: $600
- Supplies: $400
- Mower repairs: $300
- Trailer depreciation: $100
Total expenses: $3,500

Net income: $1,250

6. Prepare the classified balance sheet: Classify the assets and liabilities into their respective categories.

Assets:
- Cash: $690
- Accounts receivable: $500
- Supplies: $50
- Prepaid lease: $200
- Trailer: $200
Total assets: $1,640

Liabilities:
- Wages due: $200
- Withdrawals: $460
- Capital account: $980
Total liabilities: $1,640

Regarding the discussion question, whether Maltbee's summer work was successful depends on the context and the goals of the business. Based solely on the financial information provided, Maltbee generated a net income of $1,250. However, it is essential to consider other factors such as the initial investment, the effort put in by Maltbee, and any other non-financial objectives or measures of success.

The steps in the accounting cycle typically include the following:

1. Identify and analyze transactions: Determine the financial events that need to be recorded and evaluate their impact on the business's financial position.

2. Record transactions: Enter the transactions into the accounting system using journals and ledgers, ensuring proper documentation.

3. Adjust trial balance: Make adjustments at the end of the accounting period to reflect accurate financial information, such as adjusting entries for accruals or prepayments.

4. Prepare financial statements: Use the adjusted trial balance to create financial statements like the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement.

5. Closing entries: Close temporary accounts (e.g., revenue and expense accounts) at the end of the accounting period to prepare for the next period.

6. Post-closing trial balance: Verify that all nominal and temporary accounts have been closed and ensure that the accounting records are in balance.

By following these steps, businesses can maintain accurate and complete financial records and provide valuable insights into their financial performance.