Note with fair value not equal to cash consideration
On January 1, 2020, Tanzania Corp. lent $50,000 to its CEO, interest-free. However, the loan is repayable in five instalments, each December 31, until paid. The market rate for similar loans (with similar credit risk) is 4%.
Instructions
a) Calculate the present value (fair value) of this loan (round to the nearest dollar).
b) Prepare the journal entry to record this transaction.

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On January 1, 2020, Tanzania Corp. lent $50,000 to its CEO, interest-free. However, the loan is repayable in five instalments, each December 31, until paid. The market rate for similar loans (with similar credit risk) is 4%.
Instructions
a) Calculate the present value (fair value) of this loan (round to the nearest dollar).
b) Prepare the journal entry to record this transaction.

Note with Fair Value Not Equal to Cash Consideration