Chapter 21: 15Q_a (page 1239)
The residual value is the estimated fair value of the leased property at the end of the lease term.
(a) Of what significance is (1) an unguaranteed and (2) a guaranteed residual value in the lessee鈥檚 accounting for a capitalized-lease transaction?
Short Answer
Unguaranteed residual values are not included in the lessee鈥檚 minimum lease payments. The capitalized value is affected initially by the presence of a guaranteed residual value.