ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -Mortgage liability limits the liability of potential third parties who were not involved when the mortgage was arranged. For example, if a mortgage is in arrears, the debtor has to pay the outstanding principal and interest, plus late payment and other charges.

Detailed explanation-2: -Debts with terms that go beyond a year, such as mortgages, are excluded from current liabilities and reported as long-term liabilities. However, the portion of the principal and accrued interest on long-term debts that is due to be paid within the current year is included in current liabilities.

Detailed explanation-3: -A liability is a debt or something you owe. Many people borrow money to buy homes. In this case, the home is the asset, but the mortgage (i.e. the loan obtained to purchase the home) is the liability. The net worth is the asset value minus how much is owed (the liability).

Detailed explanation-4: -Recorded on the right side of the balance sheet, liabilities include loans, accounts payable, mortgages, deferred revenues, bonds, warranties, and accrued expenses. Liabilities can be contrasted with assets. Liabilities refer to things that you owe or have borrowed; assets are things that you own or are owed.

Detailed explanation-5: -Current Liabilities. These can also be commonly known as short-term liabilities. Non-current Liabilities. Non-current liabilities can also be referred to as long-term liabilities. Contingent Liabilities.