Answer:
The amount that Beldon should capitalize as the cost of the land is $64,000 and as the cost of the new building is $517,000.
Explanation:
Capitalized cost of land
Purchase price $60,000
Demolition of old building $4,000
Less: Sale of materials $2,000 $2,000
Legal fees for title investigation $2,000
Total cost of land $64,000
Capitalized cost of building :
Construction costs $500,000
Architect's fees $12,000
Interest on construction loan $5,000
Total cost of building $517,000
Therefore, The amount that Beldon should capitalize as the cost of the land is $64,000 and as the cost of the new building is $517,000.