In the case of an asset purchase, many of the assets will be subject to a lower tax rate, but some assets, such as inventory, will be taxed as ordinary income. Accounting Policy Summary: Capital assets, in general, should be accounted for in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).In an asset sale, the new owner purchases the business's physical assets. The seller retains all rights to the legal entity. Each transaction should be evaluated. This section provides guidance on accounting and reporting of Capital Assets in the institution's general ledger and the Annual Financial Report (AFR). The purchase price allocation process involves apportioning the aggregate cost of acquisition across the identifiable assets and liabilities obtained. A sale of assets may be partial or complete.