How to record fund CDS premium payments
Recording periodic premium payments for Credit Default Swaps (CDS) held in the fund portfolio.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Realized Loss on Swaps - Premiums | Expense | 12,000.00 | - |
| Cash | Asset | - | 12,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Periodic premiums paid to the swap counterparty represent the cost of credit protection and are recorded as a realized expense.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Record premiums separately from mark-to-market valuations to facilitate P&L analysis.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Mismatches between swap agreement premium schedules and actual cash outflows.
📄 Required Documentation
CDS trade ticket and ISDA Master Agreement credit support annex.
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