Depreciation on Assets Depreciation on Assets in general, tangible assets can be depreciated. Tangible assets are physical assets that have a determinable useful life, meaning they are expected to provide economic benefits over a specific period. Common examples of tangible assets that can be depreciated include: 1.Buildings: This includes commercial buildings, residential properties, warehouses,… Read More »
Asset Depreciation: Can Assets Be Depreciated? When businesses or individuals purchase assets like machinery, equipment, or buildings, these assets typically wear down or lose value over time. This natural decline in value is recognized as depreciation. But, can all assets be depreciated? Let’s break it down. What is Depreciation? Depreciation is the accounting process of… Read More »
Depreciation on current assets Depreciation is not charged on current assets because they are not expected to last for more than one year and are not considered long-term assets. Current assets include items like inventory, accounts receivable, and prepaid expense. Which can expect to use up or sell within a short period of time. As… Read More »
Is depreciation a current liabilities No, Depreciation is a technique in accounting that spreads the cost of a tangible asset across its useful lifespan. It represents the wear and tear, usage, or obsolescence of the asset over time. For more information to visit: https://www.incometax.gov.in Here are the key points to understand about depreciation and its… Read More »
How do I calculate the interest on GST liability The interest on GST liability is calculated at a specific rate on the amount of tax liability that is overdue or unpaid for a particular period. The interest rate is currently set at 18% per annum and is calculated on a monthly basis. To calculate the… Read More »
Accounting treatment of an asset When an asset has been fully depreciated but is still in use, it should be recorded on the balance sheet at its net book value, which is the original cost of the asset minus the accumulated depreciation. The accumulated depreciation account will continue to increase as depreciation is charged each… Read More »
Types of Assets There are various ways to categorize assets, but here are four commonly recognized types of assets: To visit: https://www.incometax.gov.in 1.Current assets: Current assets are assets that can be converted into cash within one year or the operating cycle of the business, whichever is longer. Examples include cash, accounts receivable, inventory, and prepaid… Read More »
Basic accounting terminologies 1.Assets: Resources owned by a business that has monetary value and are expected to provide future benefits. 2.Liabilities: Obligations of a business to pay debts or other financial obligations. 3.Equity: Equity refers to the ownership interest in a company or property, representing the residual value after all liabilities have been paid… Read More »
Capital Exp. Vs. Working Capital: Capital expenditure It refers to the money spent on long-term assets that are expected to provide benefits for more than one accounting period. These assets include property, plant, and equipment (PP&E), intangible assets, and investments. Capital expenditure is recorded on the balance sheet as an asset, and the cost… Read More »
Does Capital expenditure affect the financial statements of a business Capital expenditures are investments made by a business in long-term assets like property, plant, and equipment. These expenditures have important implications for a business’s financial statements: 1.Balance Sheet: Capital expenditures increase the assets of the business. Long-term assets, such as buildings, machinery, and equipment, are… Read More »
