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What Is Amortization?

By Kristi Waterworth – Updated Aug 22, 2024 at 9:34AM

Key Points

  • Amortization spreads cost of intangible assets, lowering taxable income and showing asset value decrease.
  • Amortized loans often front-load interest; understanding their structure can aid in REIT investment.
  • For better investment decisions, examine how companies or REITs handle amortization in their financials.
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