Real Estate

Land and Building Cost Allocation

Splitting a lump-sum property purchase price between land and building based on an independent valuation.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
LandAsset (+)300,000.00-
BuildingAsset (+)700,000.00-
Cash / BankAsset (-)-1,000,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Land and building must be recorded separately. Land is never depreciated under IAS 16, so this split is critical for accurate depreciation calculations. The allocation is typically based on a professional valuer's report.

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