Problem:
Midland Telecom provides communication services in Iowa, Nebraska, the Dakotas, and Montana. Midland purchased goodwill as part of the acquisition of Shipley Wireless Company, which had the following figures:
- Book Value of Assets $750,000
- Market Value of Assets $1,000,000
- Market Value of Liabilities $530,000
Requirements:
Question: What special asset does Midland's acquisition of Shipley Wireless identify? How should Midland Telecom account for this asset after acquiring Shipley Wireless? Explain in detail.
Note: Please explain comprehensively and give step by step solution.