On January 1, 2016, Belden, Inc. issued long-term notes payable for $50,000. The note will be paid over 10 years with payments of $5,000 plus 12% interest due each January 1, beginning January 1, 2017. The amortization schedule for the first three payments is provided. Prepare the journal entry for the issuance of the note and for the January 1, 2018 note payment.

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The Answer of On January 1, 2016, Belden, Inc. issued long-term notes payable for $50,000. The note will be paid over 10 years with payments of $5,000 plus 12% interest due each January 1, beginning January 1, 2017. The amortization schedule for the first three payments is provided. Prepare the journal entry for the issuance of the note and for the January 1, 2018 note payment.