Tax
Advantages
Tax Deduction – Approximately 85% of amount invested can be deducted from active or passive income in the year the investment is made.
Percentage Depletion – Tax deductible for percentage depletion (15% of gross income is tax deductible, even when in excess of cost depletion, subject to certain limitations).
Lease Operating Costs – The IRS allows investors to deduct 100% of the day-to-day costs in the year they’re incurred, directly reducing taxable ordinary income. Every dollar spent operating the well also lowers your tax bill.
Exemption From Passive Loss Rules – The working interest owned by the Joint Venture qualifies for the exemption from the Passive activity rules if the partner’s ownership in the Joint Venture meets the exception guidelines.
