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Capitalizing Leasehold Improvements

Recording the cost of permanent renovations (flooring, walls) made to a rented office space.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Leasehold ImprovementsAsset (+)15,000.00-
Cash in BankAsset (-)-15,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Renovations to a rented space are capitalized as an asset and depreciated over the shorter of the lease term or the improvement's useful life.

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