The Mineral Rights Podcast: Mineral Rights | Royalties | Oil and Gas | Matt Sands

By Matt Sands

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Welcome to The Mineral Rights Podcast! I'm here to help you to make the most out of your oil and gas mineral rights and royalty interests. From the latest mineral rights news to featured guests, get the knowledge and resources you need to manage your minerals and royalties.

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The Mineral Rights Podcast: Mineral Rights | Royalties | Oil and Gas | Matt Sands episodes:

05.02.2024
MRP 243: Mineral Rights News May 2024
In this month’s Mineral Rights News episode, we give an update on the refilling of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR), the BLM withdraws 220,000 acres of federal land from future oil, gas, and mineral development in Colorado, the state of...
04.25.2024
MRP 242: Can a Shut-in or Plugged Well be Reopened?
You may see that one or more of the wells on your property is listed as "shut-in" or "plugged and abandoned" on the state oil & gas commission website and wonder what this means for your future royalties. In this...
04.18.2024
MRP 241: April 2024 Listener Questions
In this episode we answer listener questions submitted by Tyler, Margaret Ann, Nate, Gene, Robert, Anna, and Allen. This one was interesting because we talked about some new topics like: how to underwrite a mineral rights investment, the Haynesville Shale,...
04.11.2024
MRP 240: How to Find Oil & Gas Info for Wyoming
In this episode we show you how to find oil & gas info using the Wyoming Oil & Gas Conservation Commission website. As before, we walk step-by-step how to find your minerals or royalties on a map to determine...
04.04.2024
MRP 239: Mineral Rights News April 2024
The Osage Nation forces a company to remove wind farm in Oklahoma, Saudi Aramco CEO keeps it real at CERAWeek, NM looks to raise royalty rates in the Permian. And the Rig Count! Tribal sovereignty trumps wind...
03.28.2024
MRP 238: How to Find Oil and Gas Info for North Dakota
In this episode we show you how to find oil & gas info using the North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources - Oil & Gas Division website. As before, we walk step-by-step how to find your minerals or royalties on...
03.14.2024
MRP 237: How Regulatory Takings Can Threaten Mineral Rights
The interpretation and application of the regulatory takings principle have evolved over time, but the fundamental principle remains: the government cannot take private property (including mineral rights) for public use without providing just compensation to the owner. In this episode,...
03.06.2024
MRP 236: Mineral Rights News March 2024
How have oil & gas production been affected by the Texas wildfires? Colorado legislators propose phase out of new oil & gas wells by 2030, and is underground hydrogen the next big thing? And the Rig Count! ...
02.22.2024
MRP 235: Listener Questions - February 2024
In this episode we answer listener questions submitted by Dave, Bill, Monica, Mary, Katie, Kelly, and David. We cover a lot of ground including: surface use agreements, helium, leasing, dormant mineral rights, how to read a legal description, orphan wells,...
02.15.2024
MRP 234: Mineral Rights and Royalties Tax Strategies
In preparation for tax season, this episode provides an update on the taxation of minerals and royalties for the 2023 tax year. It covers key considerations that mineral and royalty owners should be aware of when it comes to their...
02.08.2024
MRP 233: How to Find Oil & Gas Info for Utah
In this episode we talk about how to find oil & gas info using the Utah Department of Natural Resources Division of Oil, Gas and Mining (UDOGM) website. As before, we walk step-by-step how to find your minerals or...
02.01.2024
MRP 232: Mineral Rights News February 2024
We discuss how Biden’s pausing of new LNG permits could hurt gas prices, how lithium prices have fallen, controversy around new New Mexico oil and gas rules, Colorado regulators propose rules that consider the “cumulative impact” of oil and gas...
01.25.2024
MRP 231: How to Find Oil & Gas Info for New Mexico
In this episode we show you how to find oil & gas data using the New Mexico OCD website (with a tip on how to view horizontal wells in a free tool that is available). As before, we walk step-by-step...
01.19.2024
MRP 230: How to Find Oil & Gas Data in Colorado
In this episode, we show you how to navigate the Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission website (formerly the Colorado Oil & Gas Conservation Commission) to locate your mineral or royalty interests to see if you should be getting paid...
01.11.2024
MRP 229: Mineral Rights News January 2024
We talk about the New York Stock Exchange's proposal to list Natural Asset Companies (NAC's) and what it could mean for mineral owners, the forecast for additional oil company mergers in 2024, ExxonMobil's big plans for lithium exploration in Arkansas,...
01.04.2024
MRP 228: What You Should Know About Lease Washouts
Did you know that an overriding royalty interest (ORRI) or Non-Operated Working Interest can be terminated to wipe the slate clean so the operator can re-lease the same acreage without these burdens on the new lease? This situation is called...
12.21.2023
MRP 227: How to Find Oil and Gas Info for Oklahoma
In this episode, we show you how to navigate the Oklahoma Corporation Commission website to locate your mineral or royalty interests to see if you should be getting paid on a well. We also show you how to access the...
12.14.2023
MRP 226: How to Use the Texas Railroad Commission Website
In this episode we walk you step-by-step how to use the Texas Railroad Commission Website to find your minerals or royalties on a map to determine if you should be getting paid on a well. We also show you how...
12.07.2023
MRP 225: Mineral Rights News December 2023
OPEC’s latest round of production cuts faced skepticism, CO courts side with Civitas in legal battle with Boulder County, and the social media cage match between OPEC and the IEA, plus the latest rig count! Opec+ production cuts leave...
11.29.2023
MRP 224: What to do About Late Royalty Payments
In this episode we talk about what you should do if your operator is late paying you royalties including statutes around timing for royalty payments in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Colorado and when you should be paid interest. Check...
11.16.2023
MRP 223: Year End Mineral Rights Tax Tips
In this episode we delve into crucial year-end tax strategies that may be available to mineral and royalty owners so that you can keep more of your hard-earned income. From deferring income to strategically optimize tax liabilities, offsetting or deferring...
11.09.2023
MRP 222: Financial Planning for Mineral Rights with Jared Machen
My guest this week is Jared Machen, a certified financial planner and the chief operating officer of Brownlee Wealth Management. Brownlee is a fee-only firm dedicated to helping oil & gas professionals lower their taxes, simplify their investments, and grow...
11.01.2023
MRP 221: Mineral Rights News November 2023
Why U.S. oil companies are investing heavily in more oil and gas, the outlook for oil prices with recent geopolitical turmoil, and new Colorado bonding requirements put into action. And the Rig Count! Why Exxon and...
10.25.2023
MRP 220: A Sneak Preview of My New Online Course
Next week is the official launch of Mineral Management Basics, my first online course, and I'm excited to share what I have been working on! If you are one of my email subscribers you may already know that I had...
10.19.2023
MRP 219: How to Avoid Mineral Rights and Royalty Scams
In this episode we discuss a few "common" scams targeting mineral and royalty owners. From, exhorbitant finder's fees to help you find and claim missing royalties, the "royalty lease" scam that gets you to sell your future royalties for pennies...
10.11.2023
MRP 218: Listener Q&A - Mineral Owner Education, Claiming Missing Royalties, What Company Should Pay Me, and More!
In this episode we answer questions submitted by David, Al, Emily, Erik, David, Mike, and Park. From the resources available to help educate new mineral owners, how to claim missing royalties without paying exorbitant finder's fees, what happens when you...
10.04.2023
MRP 217: Mineral Rights News October 2023
Are oil prices due for a short-term correction? We debunk the New York Times hit piece on the oil & gas industry's use of water and compare it to the golf industry - you may be surprised at what...
09.27.2023
MRP 216: Listener Q&A - Exploration Leasing, Cost Basis for Minerals that are Sold, Surface Use Agreements, Selling Non-Producing Minerals, and More!
In this episode, we answer questions submitted by Karl, Kimberly, Cara, and Danielle related to leasing for a stratigraphic test well, how to establish the cost basis for mineral rights that are sold, saltwater disposal wells, best practices for selling...
09.14.2023
MRP 215: Using a Lady Bird Deed to Streamline Inheritance
Did you know that there is a special type of deed that can be used to: avoid probate, maintain control of the property during your lifetime, not affect Medicaid eligibility, potentially avoid federal gift taxes, maintain your homestead protection, all...
09.07.2023
MRP 214: Mineral Rights News September 2023
In this month’s mineral rights news episode, we talk about a family feud over Laredo area land and mineral rights, court order issued regarding disputes over the recovery of overpayments to royalty owners, the push to electrify everything highlights...
08.30.2023
MRP 213: What Mineral Owners Need to Know about Well Plugging and Abandonment
In this episode, we dive into what you need to know from a mineral owner perspective to make sure you make the most of the situation should you be faced with owning an interest in a well that is at...
08.24.2023
MRP 212: Listener Q&A - Leasing, unclaimed royalties, investing, depletion deduction, and more!
https://mineralrightspodcast.com/mrp-212-listener-qa-leasing-unclaimed-royalties-investing-depletion-deduction-and-more/In this episode, we answer questions from Kelly, Alex, Jim, Anna, Joan, Erica, and others! From how to negotiate an oil and gas lease, how to hire the right kind of attorney, how to estimate and audit your royalty...
08.15.2023
MRP 211: Mineral Rights News August 2023
https://mineralrightspodcast.com/mrp-211-mineral-rights-news-august-2023/In this month's Mineral Rights Podcast news episode for August 2023, we talk about property tax issues in West Virginia, the pickup in oil & gas mergers, the latest OPEC+ meeting intel, and the latest land rig count: ...
08.02.2023
MRP 210: Top Leasing 101 - Insider Tips for Mineral Owners
We're going to dive into a topic that may be unfamiliar to many mineral and royalty owners: top leasing. In this episode we explore the pros and cons of top leasing, potential pitfalls that can lead to legal trouble, and...
07.20.2023
MRP 209: Listener Q&A July 2023
In this episode we answer questions submitted by Mike, Tom, Dave, Don, Ivette, and Larry. Thanks again to everyone who left a review or who submitted a question. If you have a question about your minerals or...
07.13.2023
MRP 208: The Rise of Lithium: Implications for Mineral Rights Owners
In this episode, we discuss an email from Barb who shared a news story about the discovery of the highest confirmed grade lithium brine in Cass County, Texas and the implications for mineral owners there. We dive into the ownership...
07.06.2023
MRP 207: Mineral Rights News July 2023
In this episode we talk about the hidden costs of the IEA’s net zero plans, oil prices drop on news that central banks are not done raising rates, Eddy County sees record oil tax revenue, US shale producers hold activity...
06.27.2023
MRP 206: How to Benefit from Onsite Natural Gas Use for AI Computing and Bitcoin Mining
In this episode, we highlight an innovative and growing trend in the energy industry: the use of stranded natural gas for onsite power generation in data centers for bitcoin mining and AI computing. The demand for computing power is on...
06.16.2023
MRP 205: Why is Energy Density Important for the Future of Oil & Gas
There are tradeoffs to be made between all forms of energy. But high energy density and low cost are reasons why fossil fuels are likely to be used for decades to come. That is, until we come up with a...
06.01.2023
MRP 204: Mineral Rights News June 2023
Biden administration decides that Nevada lithium mine construction can proceed, Federal lease sale finally resumes in New Mexico and Kansas, will OPEC+ make further production cuts? And the Rig Count! Biden administration clarifies 1872...
05.25.2023
MRP 203: How to Navigate Inheritance Issues with Minerals and Royalties
In this episode, we talk about how to navigate inheritance issues with mineral rights and royalties. Whether you're an heir that finds yourself in possession of these valuable interests, or someone who wants to ensure a smooth transition for future...
05.18.2023
MRP 202: Common Mineral Owner Mistakes
In this episode, we delve into the common mistakes made by mineral and royalty owners over the life of owning these types of assets. From not knowing what you own to common legal, financial, tax and other mistakes, we highlight...
05.11.2023
MRP 201: Mineral Rights News May 2023
In this episode, the Colorado legislature defeats bill which would have changed forced pooling laws, why Texas and Louisiana are leading the way with carbon capture, new program to handle disputes for North Dakota royalty owners, and the latest Rig...
05.04.2023
MRP 200: Mineral Rights Investing Q&A
It's crazy to think that this is our 200th episode! Thanks to you, the listener, for your support. To celebrate, we recorded a slightly different listener Q&A; episode where we answered some of your questions related to investing in minerals...
04.27.2023
MRP 199: Barnett Shale Overview
In this episode, we provide a summary of the oil and gas activity and historical significance of the Barnett Shale Formation in Texas. The Barnett Shale is one of the most productive shale gas plays in the United States and...
04.20.2023
MRP 198: What is a Subordination Agreement?
In this episode we discuss subordination agreements as they relate to mineral rights and royalties. We talk about what you need to know, some of the situations where you might be asked to sign a subordination agreement, and how this...
04.13.2023
MRP 197: Texas Pore Space Bills
We discuss the recently proposed legislation in Texas which seeks to address ownership and pooling of pore space for CO2 sequestration and how it could negatively affect mineral owners. Check out the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com for links to important...
04.06.2023
MRP 196: Mineral Rights News April 2023
In this month's mineral rights news episode, we talk about Texas bills that set state against federal energy regulations, OPEC+ makes surprise production cuts, House Passes Energy Agenda, the recent Dallas Fed Survey of oil and gas executives, and the...
03.25.2023
MRP 195: Will the Lower Energy Costs Act Benefit Mineral Owners?
Will the HR 1 "Lower Energy Costs Act" actually lower energy costs and could it benefit mineral and royalty owners? Justin and I break down the latest thinking on this proposed legislation and the potential impacts on our minerals and...
03.17.2023
MRP 194: How Do You Calculate Mineral Rights Value?
There are several factors that can have a large effect on value of minerals, including commodity prices, when wells are drilled, and lease terms. Of all of these, the one factor that is in our control is the lease royalty...

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The Mineral Rights Podcast: Mineral Rights | Royalties | Oil and Gas | Matt Sands episodes:

MRP 243: Mineral Rights News May 2024

MRP 242: Can a Shut-in or Plugged Well be Reopened?

MRP 241: April 2024 Listener Questions

MRP 240: How to Find Oil & Gas Info for Wyoming

MRP 239: Mineral Rights News April 2024

MRP 238: How to Find Oil and Gas Info for North Dakota

MRP 237: How Regulatory Takings Can Threaten Mineral Rights

MRP 236: Mineral Rights News March 2024

MRP 235: Listener Questions - February 2024

MRP 234: Mineral Rights and Royalties Tax Strategies

MRP 233: How to Find Oil & Gas Info for Utah

MRP 232: Mineral Rights News February 2024

MRP 231: How to Find Oil & Gas Info for New Mexico

MRP 230: How to Find Oil & Gas Data in Colorado

MRP 229: Mineral Rights News January 2024

MRP 228: What You Should Know About Lease Washouts

MRP 227: How to Find Oil and Gas Info for Oklahoma

MRP 226: How to Use the Texas Railroad Commission Website

MRP 225: Mineral Rights News December 2023

MRP 224: What to do About Late Royalty Payments

MRP 223: Year End Mineral Rights Tax Tips

MRP 222: Financial Planning for Mineral Rights with Jared Machen

MRP 221: Mineral Rights News November 2023

MRP 220: A Sneak Preview of My New Online Course

MRP 219: How to Avoid Mineral Rights and Royalty Scams

MRP 218: Listener Q&A - Mineral Owner Education, Claiming Missing Royalties, What Company Should Pay Me, and More!

MRP 217: Mineral Rights News October 2023

MRP 216: Listener Q&A - Exploration Leasing, Cost Basis for Minerals that are Sold, Surface Use Agreements, Selling Non-Producing Minerals, and More!

MRP 215: Using a Lady Bird Deed to Streamline Inheritance

MRP 214: Mineral Rights News September 2023

MRP 213: What Mineral Owners Need to Know about Well Plugging and Abandonment

MRP 212: Listener Q&A - Leasing, unclaimed royalties, investing, depletion deduction, and more!

MRP 211: Mineral Rights News August 2023

MRP 210: Top Leasing 101 - Insider Tips for Mineral Owners

MRP 209: Listener Q&A July 2023

MRP 208: The Rise of Lithium: Implications for Mineral Rights Owners

MRP 207: Mineral Rights News July 2023

MRP 206: How to Benefit from Onsite Natural Gas Use for AI Computing and Bitcoin Mining

MRP 205: Why is Energy Density Important for the Future of Oil & Gas

MRP 204: Mineral Rights News June 2023

MRP 203: How to Navigate Inheritance Issues with Minerals and Royalties

MRP 202: Common Mineral Owner Mistakes

MRP 201: Mineral Rights News May 2023

MRP 200: Mineral Rights Investing Q&A

MRP 199: Barnett Shale Overview

MRP 198: What is a Subordination Agreement?

MRP 197: Texas Pore Space Bills

MRP 196: Mineral Rights News April 2023

MRP 195: Will the Lower Energy Costs Act Benefit Mineral Owners?

MRP 194: How Do You Calculate Mineral Rights Value?