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Tax Benefits Calculator
Estimate IDC deductions, depletion allowances, and tax savings from direct investment.
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- /Estimate first-year tax savings from intangible drilling cost (IDC) deductions and depletion allowance.
- /Model after-tax well returns with hyperbolic decline curves and real operating costs.
- /For educational purposes only. Consult a tax professional for personalized advice.
Estimate Your Tax Savings
Estimate your tax savings, model well returns, compare asset classes, and qualify as an accredited investor, all in one place. Every tool runs in your browser with no data stored.
Enter your investment amount, tax bracket, and filing status to see how intangible drilling cost (IDC) deductions and the 15% depletion allowance reduce your federal tax liability in year one. Results update instantly, no data leaves your browser.
Want to understand the tax code behind these numbers? Read our complete guide to oil and gas tax benefits or learn how to invest in oil and gas through a direct participation program. Ready to invest? View our current drilling projects.
For educational purposes only. Consult a qualified tax professional for personalized advice.
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Baker Hughes Rig Count
United States
592
Active Rigs
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Oklahoma
45
Active Rigs
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Informational only. Commodity price data provided by TradingView/Yahoo Finance. Prices shown are futures contract prices and may differ from spot prices. Baker Hughes rig count data is updated weekly. Past commodity prices do not predict future performance. BassEXP does not provide investment advice based on commodity price movements.
Live Oil & Gas Market Data
Commodity prices directly determine the revenue your wells generate each month. Track live WTI Crude, Brent, Natural Gas, and gasoline futures alongside Baker Hughes rig counts to gauge market conditions before you invest. Higher prices mean stronger cash flow; rig counts signal where the industry sees opportunity.
Informational only. Commodity price data provided by TradingView/Yahoo Finance. Prices shown are futures contract prices and may differ from spot prices. Baker Hughes rig count data is updated weekly. Past commodity prices do not predict future performance. BassEXP does not provide investment advice based on commodity price movements.
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Each tool is purpose-built to help you understand a different aspect of oil & gas investing, from well economics to tax structure to accreditation.
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Open Tool →Investment Comparison
Compare oil & gas working interest returns against the S&P 500, REITs, municipal bonds, and corporate bonds on an after-tax basis.
Open Tool →DPP vs. Royalty
Head-to-head after-tax comparison between direct participation programs (working interest) and oil & gas royalty interests.
Open Tool →Accredited Investor Quiz
Answer 4 quick questions to see if you meet SEC accredited investor standards for direct oil & gas participation.
Open Tool →Commodity Prices & Rig Count
Live WTI Crude, Brent, Natural Gas, and gasoline futures prices plus Baker Hughes rig counts for Oklahoma and the U.S.
Open Tool →Maximize Your Tax Benefits
Contact BassEXP to learn how direct oil and gas investment can reduce your tax burden.
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