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# Monthly Expenses

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Running a property isn't just about making money; it's also about managing how much goes out the door. The Monthly Expenses page gives you a beautifully clear, organized view of all your operational costs so you can spot where you might be overspending.
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## The Big Picture

At the top of the page, we summarize your spending for the selected month:

| Overview Metric       | Description                                                                                                  |
| --------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **Total Out-flow**    | A single, bold number showing exactly how much you've spent.                                                 |
| **Expense Pie Chart** | A visual breakdown of your costs. If your electricity bill is taking up half the pie, you'll know instantly! |

## Expense Categories at a Glance

Instead of overwhelming you with a massive, endless list of every single receipt and minor purchase, the main table groups your expenses by **Category** (like "Utilities", "Maintenance", or "Payroll").

For each category, you'll see the total amount spent. This makes it super easy to compare your big-ticket operational areas and track your budgets.

## Diving into the Details

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Need to know exactly why the "Maintenance" category was so high this month? Just click on the category row in the table!
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A detailed pop-up dialog will appear, listing every single individual expense entry that makes up that total.

Inside the details dialog, you will see:

* The specific date.
* The exact amount.
* A custom description (e.g., "Fixed room 4 plumbing").
* Which account was used to pay for it.