Comparing Amortization and Depreciation
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What Is Amortization and How Does It Work?
Patents Trademarks Copyrights Software Franchise agreement Licenses Organizational costs Costs of issuing bonds to raise capital
What Is Depreciation and How Does It Work?
Buildings Equipment Computers Office furniture Vehicles Machinery
Amortization vs Depreciation
Similarities
Differences
Amortization Example
Depreciation Example
The Takeaway
Frequently Asked Questions
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