Deeds, probate records, affidavits of heirship trace the title of the minerals from your ancestors to you and determine the number of net and gross acres owned.
LEARN MORECurrent and previous oil and gas leases include the legal description, royalty rate, and lease terms. Non-producing minerals may not have a lease.
Learn moreDivision orders document your interest in a well. After reviewing and signing division orders, keep a copy in your paper and digital folders.
Learn moreKeep a sample royalty statement from each of your producing minerals. The decimal interest should match the one on your division order.
Learn moreWith the price of oil declining and operators practically giving gas away, I decided to sell before the bottom falls out.J. Cruz
I am on a fixed income, and the sale of these minerals will help me secure stable housing. My children will be okay if even if they don't inherit these minerals.S. Owens
My oil wells have been producing for decades and the reserves are almost depleted. Once the wells are plugged, the value will be significantly lower. I'd rather cash out now.R. Robertson
I inherited mineral rights, but don't want to be involved with fracking and fossil fuels. I would prefer to support renewable energy and do my part to reverse climate change.P. Harris
I lost my job and because of the COVID-19 lockdown, I needed the money. I'm so grateful to have been able to sell my minerals to get me through this rough time. R. Frank