Define (1) tangible and intangible property, (2) real and personal property, and (3) a fixture.

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Define (1) tangible and intangible property, (2) real and personal property, and (3) a fixture.

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tangible property are the assets that have physical property, that can be touch and hold value 

tangible assets are depreciated

example are 

plant property and equipment, land, building, cash, etc

intangible property are the assets that cannot be touch and see and doesn't have a physical form 

intangible assets have monetary value because they represent potential revenue.

intangible assets are amortized 

examples are

goodwill, patents, trademarks, etc.

 

 

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real property is also called immovable property, everything that is permanently attached to the land and all of the interests, benefits, and rights inherent in the ownership of the real estate.

examples are buildings, dams, mines etc

personal property is movable and tangible in nature 

examples are

car, furniture, etc  and intangibles are bonds, shares etc

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