QB 2005 Pro (non-contractor edition). I have a customer that installs custom wiring. They use inventory parts that are used as sub-parts on a non-inventory item called "Pre-wire installation." They use a subcontractor that charges, say $200 to do the install, and they charge for the parts. They might charge $300 for the installation plus an extra $50 for the plates, wires, etc. - total price is $350. The main item is the "installation" and sub-parts are attached to this main item.
Each sub-part has its associated cost, but SHOULD the price for this subcontractors item include a cost or be left at zero? Because when the subcontractor sends his bill to my customer for payment of his $200, they enter it through Enter Bills. Should this be put to an expense or COGS? Wouldn't that report a double expense?