Assets purchased are not represented through Purchases but with the name of the Asset. Journal Entry: (When Assets are Purchased). Example:.When you first purchase new equipment, you need to debit the specific equipment (ie, asset) account. And, credit the account you pay for the asset from. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the intricacies of booking fixed asset journal entries, with a specific focus on disposal transactions. To record the purchase of a fixed asset, debit the asset account for the purchase price, and credit the cash account for the same amount. Read everything you need to know about fixed assets: terms, accounting, journal entries, ratios, financial statement treatment, and more.