Using the effective-interest amortization method

On December 31, 2018, when the market interest rate is 6%, Benson Realty issues $700,000 of 6.25%, 10-year bonds payable. The bonds pay interest semiannually. Ben- son Realty received $713,234 in cash at issuance.

Requirements

1. Prepare an amortization table using the effective interest amortization method for the first two semiannual interest periods. (Round to the nearest dollar.)

2. Using the amortization table prepared in Requirement 1, journalize issuance of the bonds and the first two interest payments.