Real Estate

Sale of Owner-Occupied Building — Loss

Recording a loss when a building is sold for less than its net book value.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Cash / BankAsset (+)500,000.00-
Accumulated DepreciationContra-Asset (-)150,000.00-
Loss on Disposal of BuildingExpense (+)150,000.00-
Building (Cost)Asset (-)-800,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

If the sale proceeds are less than the net book value, the shortfall is an immediate loss on the income statement.

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