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 »
Prepaid expenses vs preliminary expenses Prepaid expenses vs. preliminary expenses are two different types of expenses in accounting. It refer to the expenses that have been paid in advance but will incur in the future. Examples of prepaid expenses include prepaid rent, prepaid insurance and prepaid advertising. These expenses record as assets on the balance… 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 »
Intangible Assets Yes, assets can be intangible. In accounting and finance, assets can categorize into two main types: tangible assets and intangible assets. Tangible assets refer to physical assets that possess a physical form and can be perceived through touch or sight. Examples of tangible assets include buildings, machinery, vehicles, inventory, and land. On the… Read More »
What is a Preliminary Expense Preliminary Expense are the expenses that a company incurs before it starts its operations. These expenses are relate to the formation, registration, and organization of the company, such as legal fees, accounting fees, and other administrative costs. In accounting, preliminary expenses are treat as an intangible asset and are shown… Read More »
