Funds treatment in partnership
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Querist : Anonymous
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Anonymous
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30 June 2012
respected sir please guied me on this subject
in a partnership there are two partners having capital of Rs. 10 lacs and now they want to add one new partener with 10% of sharing capital (i.e 10% of 10 lacs capital=1 Lac)
but old partners want that new partner have to bring 50 lacs(1 Lac as capital and 49 lacs as fund)
here my query is how to show 49 Lacs in the balance sheet?? what is the treatment of 49 Lacs?
in a partnership there are two partners having capital of Rs. 10 lacs and now they want to add one new partener with 10% of sharing capital (i.e 10% of 10 lacs capital=1 Lac)
but old partners want that new partner have to bring 50 lacs(1 Lac as capital and 49 lacs as fund)
here my query is how to show 49 Lacs in the balance sheet?? what is the treatment of 49 Lacs?
30 June 2012
The partners' profit sharing ratio (PSR) and Capital Contribution are 2 different aspects.
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So, once the PSR is decided, the amount being brought by the new partner can very well be treated as capital only.
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So, once the PSR is decided, the amount being brought by the new partner can very well be treated as capital only.
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Querist : Anonymous
Querist :
Anonymous
(Querist)
02 July 2012
yes sir but old parters have decidd to enter new partner by 10% PSR
but they want new partner would have to bring 50 Lacs so on paper it will be only one lac(10% PSR)
so now question is how to show 49 Lacs on paper/on balance sheet
can we show it as goodwill or anything eles???
but they want new partner would have to bring 50 Lacs so on paper it will be only one lac(10% PSR)
so now question is how to show 49 Lacs on paper/on balance sheet
can we show it as goodwill or anything eles???
25 July 2024
When a new partner is admitted to a partnership with a requirement to bring in funds in addition to capital, the treatment of these funds can vary based on the agreement and the accounting policies of the partnership. Here are some common ways to account for the additional funds brought in by the new partner:
1. **Capital Contribution and Additional Funds:**
- The new partner is required to bring in Rs. 1 lakh as capital contribution, which directly increases the partnership's capital base.
- The remaining Rs. 49 lakhs is brought in as additional funds. These funds can be treated in several ways:
2. **Partnership Agreement:**
- Check the partnership agreement to see how it defines the treatment of additional funds brought in by partners.
- Sometimes, agreements specify that additional funds brought in by partners are treated as loans to the partnership or as capital contributions that increase the partner's capital account.
3. **Accounting Treatment Options:**
- **Goodwill:** If the partnership agreement allows and if the partners agree, the Rs. 49 lakhs can be treated as goodwill. Goodwill represents the premium paid by the new partner to enter the partnership, reflecting the value of the partnership's reputation, customer base, and other intangible assets.
- **Capital Account Adjustment:** The Rs. 49 lakhs can be treated as an increase in the new partner's capital account. This approach aligns with the actual funds brought in by the partner.
- **Loan to Partnership:** Alternatively, if agreed upon, the Rs. 49 lakhs can be treated as a loan to the partnership by the new partner. This would appear as a liability on the balance sheet of the partnership.
4. **Disclosure:**
- Whatever treatment is chosen (goodwill, capital account adjustment, or loan), it should be clearly disclosed in the partnership's financial statements.
- The partnership agreement should explicitly outline how such transactions are accounted for to avoid any misunderstandings or disputes in the future.
5. **Consultation:**
- It's advisable to consult with a professional accountant or tax advisor who can provide guidance specific to your partnership's situation and compliance requirements.
In summary, the Rs. 49 lakhs brought in by the new partner can be treated as goodwill, an increase in the partner's capital account, or a loan to the partnership, depending on the partnership agreement and the preference of the partners. Each option has implications for how it affects the balance sheet and the financial statements of the partnership.
1. **Capital Contribution and Additional Funds:**
- The new partner is required to bring in Rs. 1 lakh as capital contribution, which directly increases the partnership's capital base.
- The remaining Rs. 49 lakhs is brought in as additional funds. These funds can be treated in several ways:
2. **Partnership Agreement:**
- Check the partnership agreement to see how it defines the treatment of additional funds brought in by partners.
- Sometimes, agreements specify that additional funds brought in by partners are treated as loans to the partnership or as capital contributions that increase the partner's capital account.
3. **Accounting Treatment Options:**
- **Goodwill:** If the partnership agreement allows and if the partners agree, the Rs. 49 lakhs can be treated as goodwill. Goodwill represents the premium paid by the new partner to enter the partnership, reflecting the value of the partnership's reputation, customer base, and other intangible assets.
- **Capital Account Adjustment:** The Rs. 49 lakhs can be treated as an increase in the new partner's capital account. This approach aligns with the actual funds brought in by the partner.
- **Loan to Partnership:** Alternatively, if agreed upon, the Rs. 49 lakhs can be treated as a loan to the partnership by the new partner. This would appear as a liability on the balance sheet of the partnership.
4. **Disclosure:**
- Whatever treatment is chosen (goodwill, capital account adjustment, or loan), it should be clearly disclosed in the partnership's financial statements.
- The partnership agreement should explicitly outline how such transactions are accounted for to avoid any misunderstandings or disputes in the future.
5. **Consultation:**
- It's advisable to consult with a professional accountant or tax advisor who can provide guidance specific to your partnership's situation and compliance requirements.
In summary, the Rs. 49 lakhs brought in by the new partner can be treated as goodwill, an increase in the partner's capital account, or a loan to the partnership, depending on the partnership agreement and the preference of the partners. Each option has implications for how it affects the balance sheet and the financial statements of the partnership.
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