Form 1099-S is used to report the sale or exchange of real estate, including oil and mineral rights. The information from Form 1099-S is typically reported on Schedule D (Capital Gains and Losses) of your tax return
Here is where to report/claim the sale of oil and mineral rights using a 1099-S in TurboTax, follow these steps:
Log in to TurboTax: Open your TurboTax account and start or continue your tax return.
Search for 1099-S: Use the search box at the top and type "1099-S". Select the "Jump to 1099-S" link that appears.
Enter Manually: On the "Let's import your tax info" screen, select "Change how I enter my form" and then choose "Type it in myself".
Choose Investment Type: When prompted to select the type of investment you sold, choose "Other" from the list of options.
Enter Sale Information: Follow the prompts to enter the details of the sale, including the date of sale, sale price, and your cost basis.
Classify the Gain: Ensure you classify the gain correctly. If you held the mineral rights for more than a year, it will be a long-term capital gain; if less than a year, it will be a short-term capital gain.
Complete the Entry: Continue through the prompts to complete the entry. TurboTax will guide you through the process and ensure the sale is reported correctly.