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FrankTMack
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accounting entries for a forgiven ppp loan for an s-corp?

Anyone know the correct accounting entries for a forgiven ppp loan for an s-corp?  Close out the liability (loan) and book to equity?  Thanks in advance for any assistance.

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Best answer January 20, 2021

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john-pero
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accounting entries for a forgiven ppp loan for an s-corp?

Yes, you got it. Per the revised rules om forgiveness, a sole proprietor or LLC simply records the forgiveness as non-taxable grant, but an S corporation must add the forgiven amount to company basis, which means equity in a nutshell.

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john-pero
Community Champion

accounting entries for a forgiven ppp loan for an s-corp?

Yes, you got it. Per the revised rules om forgiveness, a sole proprietor or LLC simply records the forgiveness as non-taxable grant, but an S corporation must add the forgiven amount to company basis, which means equity in a nutshell.

fteeter
Level 1

accounting entries for a forgiven ppp loan for an s-corp?

What is the equity account to credit for an S corp?  is it retained earnings or owners draw?

 

fteeter
Level 1

accounting entries for a forgiven ppp loan for an s-corp?

Which Equity account should I credit?  retained earnings or owners draws? or is there another

equity account?

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