Minerals and Natural Resources Tax Issues, 2013

Minerals and Natural Resources Tax Issues (2013) is a supplement to the U.S. Master Tax Guide providing additional coverage of the federal tax rules applicable to taxpayers with working or operating interests in mineral properties such as oil and gas, taxpayers who receive royalty or production payments from those interests, and small producers. The publication provides helpful and practical guidance on todays federal tax laws that affect 2012 returns such as acquisition of interests in mineral properties, the deduction for the depletion of the property, and income from interests. Significant new tax developments are conveniently highlighted and concisely explained for quick reference and understanding. In addition, examples are provided that illustrate the application of the tax laws. The publication is meticulously researched and footnoted to provide tax practitioners with the most accurate and legally sound guidance to help them understand, apply and comply with today's complex federal tax laws as applicable to taxpayers with interests in mineral properties.