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Most mineral owners do not develop their mineral rights themselves. Instead, they “lease” the mineral right to oil and gas operators (sometimes called exploration and production…

Why does my deed say that the purchase price is “$20 and other good and valuable consideration”? The purchase agreement says $100,000!

Pooling and unitization are two legal structures that allow for the combination of mineral interests or leases. They are very similar and are often used interchangeably, though …

Understanding royalty checks from an operator can be a nightmare for many oil and gas owners. A good understanding of these checks is key to comprehending the risks and expectat…

Many mineral companies don’t have their own funds, but instead act as “brokers” that flip your minerals to another buyer.

We can’t advise you on your financial decisions, but we do know one thing: In general, if someone wants to buy your minerals, it’s because they think they can make a profit. So …

Mineral rights, in a nutshell, are the rights to oil and gas beneath the surface. They can be subdivided, delegated, or even sold entirely. And whoever owns them has the right t…

When it comes to owning mineral rights, you could stand to make a lot of money if you choose to lease or sell those rights. However, additional income also means additional taxe…

If you lease your mineral rights, your contract with the drilling company will undoubtedly contain a royalty clause in which you are promised a certain percentage of the revenue…