How to Record Non-Controlling Interest Buyout
Accounting for the purchase of the remaining equity stake in a subsidiary from a minority partner, increasing the REIT's ownership to 100%.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-Controlling Interest | Equity | 1,200,000.00 | - |
| Additional Paid-in Capital | Equity | 300,000.00 | - |
| Cash | Asset | - | 1,500,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
The buyout is treated as an equity transaction. The difference between the cash paid and the carrying value of the non-controlling interest is recorded to Additional Paid-in Capital (APIC).
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Update the consolidation engine to reflect 100% ownership from the date of the buyout.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Discrepancies between the carrying value of NCI on the balance sheet and the buyout price.
📄 Required Documentation
Equity Purchase Agreement and updated capitalization table.
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