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When a company has a bill forgiven by a creditor, it must record the transaction by removing the liability from its books. This is done by debiting the liability account (e.g., Accounts Payable) to reflect that the obligation no longer exists. Simultaneously, the company should credit a revenue account, such as "Forgiven Debt Income" or "Other Income," to recognize the income from the forgiven amount. This ensures that the financial statements accurately reflect the company's improved financial position.

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