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What is the Purpose of Mining Minerals?
Many landowners are curious to understand what the purpose of mining minerals is and what that could mean for potential lease revenues....
May 20, 20246 min read


Does Fracking Cause Earthquakes?
Learn about the potential links between fracking and earthquakes.
Apr 28, 20243 min read


Mineral Leasing with Renewable Energy Leasing Coexisting
In the emerging era of renewable energy, landowners stand at the threshold of a new landscape brimming with potential. The choices they...
Apr 15, 20246 min read


Mineral Rights in Colorado
Do you want to know how much the mineral rights on your Colorado land are worth? That’s what LandGate is here to help you do. Please...
Mar 19, 20244 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...
Feb 10, 20244 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 30, 20235 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...
Oct 13, 20233 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 7, 20232 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...
Sep 1, 20233 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...
Jul 21, 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...
Jun 26, 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 28, 20232 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 12, 20234 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...
May 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 -...
Mar 8, 20233 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 10, 20234 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, 20236 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, 20234 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...
Feb 8, 20236 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...
Oct 28, 20225 min read
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