Raffie's Kids, a non-profit organization that provides aid to
victims of domestic violence, low-income families, and
special-needs children has a 30-year, 5% mortgage on the existing
building. The mortgage requires monthly payments of $3,000.
Raffie's bookkeeper is preparing financial statements for the board
and in doing so, lists the mortgage balance of $287,000 under
current liabilities because the board hopes to be able to pay the
mortgage off in full next year. $20,000 of the mortgage principal
will be paid next year if Raffie's pays according to the mortgage
agreement.
Requirement
1. The board members call you, their trusted CPA, to advise them on
how Raffie's Kids should report the mortgage on its balance sheet.
Provide your recommendation and discuss the reason for your
recommendation.