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Introduction to Receivables

6 May, 2015 - 17:39

Receivables are any monetary claims against debtors. Credit can be granted in two forms: open account or evidenced by a formal instrument. When a formal instrument of credit, that is a promissory note, the creditor has a stronger legal claim and can endorse it to a third party. The party that promises payment is known as the maker, and the party entitled to receive the payment is the payee. Notes receivable can be interest or non-interest bearing. The amount due at maturity, known as maturity value, is equal to the face value plus any accrued interest. Receivables not expected to be collected within the current year, should be listed as investments on the balance sheet.