On January 1, 2023, Nelson Group issued $1,000,000 of 8% bonds, dated January 1, 2023. Interest is payable semiannually on June 30 and December 31. The bonds mature in five years. The market yield for bonds of similar risk and maturity is 6%.

1. Determine the price of these bonds that are issued to yield the 6% market rate using the Time Value of Money Tables. Include the table and relevant components for each factor used.

2. Record the issuance of these bonds by Nelson Group on January 1, 2023.

3. Prepare an amortization schedule that determines interest at the effective rate through the maturity date of the bonds.

4. Prepare the entries to record the interest on June 30, 2023, and December 31, 2023.

5. Assume that Nelson Group retires the bonds on January 2, 2026, paying $1,017,500. Prepare the entry to record the retirement.