In: Accounting
On February 1, 2018, Strauss-Lombardi issued 9% bonds, dated February 1, with a face amount of $860,000. The bonds sold for $786,220 and mature on January 31, 2038 (20 years). The market yield for bonds of similar risk and maturity was 10%. Interest is paid semiannually on July 31 and January 31. Strauss-Lombardi’s fiscal year ends December 31. Required: 1. to 4. Prepare the journal entry to record their issuance by Strauss-Lombardi on February 1, 2018, interest on July 31, 2018 (at the effective rate), adjusting entry to accrue interest on December 31, 2018 and interest on January 31, 2019.