Leases - Operating vs Capital Flashcards
An Operating Lease
recognizes Rent Expense
No Liability is reported until the amount is actually due
Sales Type Lease
Categorized if from a Manufacturer or Dealer
Normal Profit is recognized immediately
Other profit is recognized as interest over the life of lease
Sales Leaseback Agreement
Gain is deferred - then reduces depreciation expense over the life of the lease
Exception to Sales Leaseback Agreement
Leaseback is for a short period of time. (less than 10% of the asset or asset life)
Gain is recognized immediately
Expense recognition of operating lease
Is the Average amount over the life of the lease
What liability does a capital lease report
Present value of future cash payments