Real Estate

Initial Recognition of Investment Property (at Cost)

Recording a building purchased specifically to generate rental income as an investment property under IAS 40.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Investment Property (at Cost)Asset (+)800,000.00-
Cash / BankAsset (-)-800,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Under IAS 40, a property held to earn rental income or for capital appreciation is classified as Investment Property, not PPE. It can be measured at cost or fair value.

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