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Amortization is recorded in the financial statements of an entity as a reduction in the carrying value of the intangible asset in the balance sheet and as an expense in the income statement.
Divide the start-up or organizational costs by the months in the amortization period, and thatâs how much you can deduct for each month. Multiply that amount by the number of months you were in business for the year, and thatâs the amount you amortize on that yearâs tax return.here are two amortization periods. For expenses you paid or incurred: 1  Before October 23, 2004, you can choose an amortization period of 60 months or more. 2  After October 22, 2004, the cost is amortized over 180 months.