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Why is interest exspense said to cost the firm substantially less than the actual expense while dividends cost it 100 percent of the outlay?
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Due to the after tax cost of a tax-deductible expense can be computed as the actual expense times one minus the tax rate, because a dividend on common stock is not tax-deductible, we say it cost 100 percent of the amount paid. Shannon Coffey Wayne, MI
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Why is interest expense said to cost the firm substantially less than the actual expense while dividends cost it 100 percent of the outlay?
Due to the after tax cost of a tax-deductible expense can be computed as the actual expense times one minus the tax rate, because a dividend on common stock is not tax-deductible, we say it cost 100 percent of the amount paid. Shannon Coffey Wayne, MI
Why do you use an after tax figure for cost of debt but not for cost of equity?
Because interest is a tax-deductible expense for the firm, but dividends paid to shareholders are not.
Are dividends a form of a business expense?
No they are considered earnings to be paid to stockholders.
What is the difference between dividends and interest expense?
Interest Expense is usually calculated by (Carrying Value of Liability*Yield Rate * Time). Carrying Value is the actual present value of the liability (including discounts earned, etc) Interest Expense is the money that actually goes out of the firm. Interest Paid is calculated by (Face Value of Liability*Interest Rate * Time). Interest Paid is the fair-value of dues from the firm, but is not the actual value of the liability. Interest Expense is the amount reflected in the books of the firm, and is usually higher than Interest Paid. This is because Interest Expense often includes the cost of discount amortization(this is necessary when the bond/other liability was gained at a discount. The amortization is worked into the formula above, and hence gives an amount higher than interest paid. This gives the total interest expensed by the Company.) Hope this helps. Cheers
Is interest expense a selling or general and administrative expense?
Interest expense is neither selling or administrative, and it's too significant to be called a general expense. Interest expense is usually called a finance expense and is usually listed separately from SG&A, on the Income Statement
What is premium expense charges?
exspense charges that are premium.
Which of Notes Payable Cash Interest Expense and Dividends are decreased with a debit?
Notes Payable - I hope that wasn't for an exam.
Why is interest expense said to cost the firm substantially less than the actual expense while dividends cost it 100 percent of the outlay?
Due to the after tax cost of a tax-deductible expense can be computed as the actual expense times one minus the tax rate, because a dividend on common stock is not tax-deductible, we say it cost 100 percent of the amount paid. Shannon Coffey Wayne, MI
Why do you use an after tax figure for cost of debt but not for cost of equity?
Because interest is a tax-deductible expense for the firm, but dividends paid to shareholders are not.
Are dividends a form of a business expense?
No they are considered earnings to be paid to stockholders.
What is the difference between dividends and interest expense?
Interest Expense is usually calculated by (Carrying Value of Liability*Yield Rate * Time). Carrying Value is the actual present value of the liability (including discounts earned, etc) Interest Expense is the money that actually goes out of the firm. Interest Paid is calculated by (Face Value of Liability*Interest Rate * Time). Interest Paid is the fair-value of dues from the firm, but is not the actual value of the liability. Interest Expense is the amount reflected in the books of the firm, and is usually higher than Interest Paid. This is because Interest Expense often includes the cost of discount amortization(this is necessary when the bond/other liability was gained at a discount. The amortization is worked into the formula above, and hence gives an amount higher than interest paid. This gives the total interest expensed by the Company.) Hope this helps. Cheers
What journal entry accrues interest expense?
DR - Interest Expense CR - Interest Payable
Is interest expense a selling or general and administrative expense?
Interest expense is neither selling or administrative, and it's too significant to be called a general expense. Interest expense is usually called a finance expense and is usually listed separately from SG&A, on the Income Statement
Where does interest expense in the income statement?
Interest expense is shown at debit side of income statement because it is an expense for business.
What is the journal entry to record accrued interest expense?
Debit Accrued Interest Expense Credit Accrued Interest Payable
Unused fees on credit line should be operating expenses or interest expense?
Interest Expense
What is the difference between drawing account and expense account?
A Drawing account is used for withdrawals by owners of the entity. This is commonly used in sole proprietoships and partnerships. The withdrawals are the distribution of the profits to the owners. In corporations dividends declared reduce retained earnings in a similar manner because dividends are distributions of profits to the stockholders. An expense account is used for costs incurred by the entity such as salaries, depreciation, rent, interest, insurance, advertising, and taxes.
