The journal entry to record the initial transaction (Right of Use Asset and Lease Liability of $50,000) for Ely Roofing Contractors, who enters into a lease for the use of new equipment for 3 years at an annual lease payment of $6,000 is as follows:
Debit Right of Use Asset $50,000
Credit Lease Liability $50,000
The present value of annual lease payments is first computed. Â
With this figure, the recording of the asset and liability is completed by debiting the Right of Use Asset and crediting the Lease Liability account.
Annual lease payment = $6,000
Present value of lease payments = $50,000
Economic life of the equipment = 5 years
Lease term = 3 years
Nature of lease = finance lease
Right of Use Asset $50,000 Lease Liability $50,000
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