Surface vs Mineral Rights - What’s the Difference?
There is a big difference between surface rights and mineral rights. At LandGate , we assist thousands of property rights owners and have...
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Feb 273 min read
How to Research Your Mineral Rights
If you have mineral rights, then you no doubt have questions concerning them. LandGate offers mineral owners more information online...
Feb 104 min read
How a Major Railroad Company Became a Big Player in the Oil and Gas Business
Adam Smith is credited with the quote “Land is the Basis of all Wealth”. And we know a few railroad companies that would agree. In a...
Jan 263 min read
Understanding Oil and Gas Mineral Lease Bonus
What is a Mineral Lease Bonus? A mineral lease bonus is a one-time payment made to the mineral rights owner when the oil and gas lease is...
Oct 30, 20235 min read
What is Forced Pooling?
Has a Landman Contacted You? Has a landman contacted you and is now threatening to force pool your minerals if you don’t sign his lease?...
Oct 12, 20233 min read
Is It Easier to Sell Minerals in 2023?
Through 2020-2021, COVID restrictions were the main issue driving down oil and gas demand. In 2022 and 2023, international sanctions...
Sep 7, 20232 min read
Mineral Rights Inheritance & Step-Up In Basis
What is a Step-Up In Basis for Inherited Mineral Rights? A Step-Up In Basis refers to the readjustment of the value of an asset to...
Sep 1, 20233 min read
Negotiation Tips for Mineral Owners
Key Takeaways: Avoid prioritizing deadlines, as they are often pressure tactics that can lead to low sales prices. Maintain clear...
Aug 16, 20233 min read
Do Landowners Need Their Minerals Appraised Before Listing?
When it comes to leasing or selling mineral rights, a question arises. Do landowners need to get their minerals appraised before...
Jul 21, 20232 min read
What are my Mineral Rights Worth?
Mineral owners often rely on nearby sales prices, or buyer offers, as a measure of their mineral rights value. This puts mineral owners...
Jun 26, 20232 min read
Lease Bonus & Royalty
Mineral Owners can be compensated by receiving a lease bonus and royalties when leasing their minerals. DO NOT lease your minerals to the...
May 28, 20232 min read
Overriding Royalty Interest Explained
To clear up some confusion, let’s first discuss the difference between a royalty interest and an overriding royalty interest. Royalty...
May 12, 20234 min read
Carbon Credits vs. Tax Credits: Financial Incentives for Renewable Energy
Key Takeaways: Carbon Credits vs. Tax Credits : Carbon credits are tradable permits allowing the emission of a specific amount of...
May 8, 20233 min read
Unsolicited Offers for Oil and Gas Mineral Rights
Did you get a letter in the mail offering to buy your minerals? It happens all the time…unsolicited offer letters somehow make their way...
Mar 8, 20233 min read
Finding Legitimate Mineral Rights Buyers in 2023
Mineral Rights Buyers in 2023 Many mineral owners receive plenty of solicitations when it comes to those wanting to buy their minerals -...
Feb 10, 20234 min read
Oil & Gas Division Orders
Mineral owners across the country receive Division Orders in the mail from oil and gas companies regularly, but many are unaware of what...
Feb 8, 20236 min read
Mineral Lease Agreements
How can I tell if my mineral lease is dead and I can sign a new lease? It is important to understand the terms of your mineral lease and...
Feb 8, 20234 min read
Oil and Gas Royalty Payments
Navigating the complexities of oil and gas royalty payments can be daunting for landowners and stakeholders involved in the mineral...
Feb 8, 20236 min read
Mineral Value or Mineral Offers
I received an offer for my mineral interest. What should I do? It is very common for mineral buyers and flippers to mass mail mineral...
Oct 28, 20225 min read
FAQs for Mineral Rights & Royalties
The world of mineral rights and royalties can be both intriguing and complex, offering landowners unique opportunities to profit from...
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