How to log cash, check, or Venmo payments received outside Domara.
Not every tenant pays through the platform. Some might hand you a check, pay cash, or send money through Venmo or Zelle. You can log these payments in Domara so your records stay complete.
How to record a manual payment
- Go to Payments
- Find the pending or overdue charge
- Click Mark as Paid
- Select the payment method (cash, check, other)
- Confirm
The charge will be updated to Paid and your bookkeeping will reflect the payment.
Why log manual payments
- Accurate reporting — your income reports and dashboard reflect all rent collected, not just online payments
- Tenant records — the tenant's payment history shows a complete picture
- Tax time — all income is tracked in one place for your Schedule E
Tips
- Always get a receipt — even for cash payments, provide a written receipt
- Log it promptly — record manual payments the same day you receive them to keep your books current
- Encourage online payments — it's better for both of you. No lost checks, no trips to the bank, and automatic record-keeping
Still have questions?
Our AI assistant can help, or reach out to our team directly.