be to the good

Related to be to the good: Good Friday

be (something) to the good

To be in a favorable position or situation, the extent of which is stated between "be" and "to." I had so many bills to pay this month that I'm shocked I came out $28 to the good!
See also: good
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

be — to the good

have a specified amount of profit or advantage.
1992 Guardian By then Sheffield were a goal to the good.
See also: good
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • be (something) to the good
  • be well off
  • a place in the sun
  • a/(one's) place in the sun
  • be on to a good thing
  • be onto a good thing
  • an/the advantage over (someone or something)
  • an/the edge on (someone or something)
  • an/the edge over (someone or something)
  • wishcasting