Otto Operates a Bakery and Is on the Cash Method

question 4

Essay

Otto operates a bakery and is on the cash method and calendar year. This year, one of Otto's ovens caught fire and was partially destroyed. Otto bought it a few years ago for $20,000 and claimed depreciation of $12,000 up to the fire. Otto was charged $4,400 for repairs to the oven but the insurance company paid Otto $1,500 for the damage. What is Otto's casualty loss deduction?

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Definitions:

Overdue Account Receivable

An account receivable that has not been paid by its due date, often resulting in the need for collection efforts.

Note Receivable Dishonored

Occurs when a debtor fails to fulfill the obligations of a promissory note they have issued.

Account Receivable

Account receivable is the money owed to a business by its customers for goods or services delivered but not yet paid for.