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

Matt Sands

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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Nov 16, 2023 · 27 min
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 the tax liability when you sell, establishing a step-up in cost basis with inherited minerals and royalties, avoiding backup withholding, to accelerating your royalty income, we explore several strategies that all mineral and royalty owners should be aware of. As always, the resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com. And our attorneys would cringe if we forgot to mention that the information in this episode is being shared for informational purposes only and should not be construed as tax, legal, or financial advice.
Nov 9, 2023 · 42 min
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 their wealth. Jared is also the co-host of the Financial Planning for Oil & Gas Professionals Podcast. I'm really excited for this episode because Jared and I had a great conversation about how to think about financial planning as a whole but also with a focus on how your minerals and royalties fit into the picture. Be sure to have a pen and paper handy because this one is full of useful tips. Be sure to check out the resources mentiond in this episode in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com
Nov 1, 2023 · 27 min
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 Chevron are doubling down on fossil fuel energy with big acquisitions World Bank: Major Escalation In Israel-Hamas War Could Send Oil Soaring To $157 | OilPrice.com Oil, gas regulators boost KP Kauffman's proposed $10M well cleanup bond to $133M Rig Count As always, links to the articles and resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com
Oct 25, 2023 · 38 min
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 a small group of students go through a bootcamp in early 2023 to provide feedback on the course content. Well, I'm happy to say that I finally finished the pre-recorded version of the course and it is now available for purchase! In this episode, I wanted to share a sneak-peek at some of the content that is included in the first module of the course which covers the different types of oil and gas interests and how they relate to each other. If you are interested in understanding what you and your family own, this is the place to start. Whether you are an existing mineral owner looking to understand what you own or an if you are an aspiring mineral investor, this course has something for you. In Mineral Management Basics, you'll learn everything you need to know about the basics of mineral management. With high-quality videos (that aren't too long) and examples along the way, you'll learn about the important documents and how to organize them, how to locate your mineral and royalty interests on a map, perform your own title search, and discover the oil & gas potential of your property. Plus, I've included a bonus lesson on how to locate missing royalties that might be owed to you or your family.
Oct 19, 2023 · 34 min
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 on the dollar, to fraudlent deeds, we cover what you should know to protect yourself and your family from those seeking to prey on unsuspecting mineral and royalty owners. As always, links to the resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com. At the end of the day, the best way to protect yourself from these types of issues is to arm yourself with knowledge. My new online course, Mineral Management Basics, teaches you step-by-step the process of finding out exactly what you own and where it is located. With high-quality videos (that aren't too long) and examples along the way, you'll be able to locate your mineral and royalty interests on a map, perform your own title search, and identify nearby oil and gas activity. Learn more here and signup today!
Oct 11, 2023 · 23 min
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 lease to a company that is not the operator, and more! As always, you can find links to the resources mentioned in this episode at mineralrightspodcast.com. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, send an email to feedback@mineralrightspodcast.com.
Oct 4, 2023 · 28 min
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 we found, and a large portion of federal lands on the Western Slope in Colorado would be off limits to future oil & gas drilling under new BLM proposal, and we talk about the rig count! Oil Traders Overstretch Futures Market | OilPrice.com 'Monster Fracks' Are Getting Far Bigger. And Far Thirstier Vast swath of Colorado public lands would be off limits to oil and gas leasing under federal plan Rig Count As always, links to the articles and resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com
Sep 27, 2023 · 28 min
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 non-producing mineral rights, and more! If you have a question you would like us to answer, send an email to: feedback@mineralrightspodcast.com. As always, links to the resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com
Sep 14, 2023 · 19 min
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 while still allowing your beneficiaries to still claim a step-up in cost basis for capital gains taxes purposes? Sound too good to be true? Be sure to listen to this episode to find out more and to learn about potential limitations of this special Enhanced Life Estate Deed and whether it might be right for you. As always, links to the resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com.
Sep 7, 2023 · 21 min
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 issues with domestic graphite supply, and we dive into the latest land rig count. Squabbling siblings strike deal on Laredo-area ranches, oil and gas rights said to be worth $70M New Guidance: Federal Court Order Impacts Case Law on Royalties Graphite Wars: The Trillion Dollar Battery Race Has A Big Problem | OilPrice.com Rig Count As always, links to the articles and resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com
Aug 30, 2023 · 34 min
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 the end of its life. Whether it presents the opportunity to negotiate an oil and gas lease or whether you'd prefer that the well continues to pay small royalties, if you are proactive you can leverage your knowledge of the regulations in your state to make the most of the situation. As always, links to the resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com.
Aug 24, 2023 · 36 min
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 checks, different ways to invest in minerals, cost vs. percent depletion deduction, finding unclaimed royalties, and more! If you have a question you would like answered, email feedback@mineralrightspodcast.com.
Aug 15, 2023 · 19 min
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: W.Va. tax, mineral appraisals flawed | News, Sports, Jobs - Weirton Daily Times Oil And Gas Merger Action Surges After A Dormant First Quarter OPEC+ Not Expected To Alter Oil Production Policy Amid Price Rally | OilPrice.com North America Rotary Rig Count (Jan 2000 - Current) As always, you can go to mineralrightspodcast.com to find the links to these articles and other resources mentioned in this episode. To send us an article you would like us to cover in a future episode, please email feedback@mineralrightspodcast.com.
Aug 2, 2023 · 25 min
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 two important lease clauses that can help you if you are faced with this situation. If you find yourself in a competitive oil and gas market, this episode is a must-listen. As always, links to resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com.
Jul 20, 2023 · 33 min
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 royalties, you can send it to feedback@mineralrightspodcast.com and we will answer it in a future episode! As always, links to the resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com.
Jul 13, 2023 · 22 min
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 of valuable minerals found in produced water and the potential impact on mineral owners and royalties to help you navigate this developing landscape with confidence. As always, links to the resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com.
Jul 6, 2023 · 21 min
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 flat according to the latest Dallas Fed survey, and we dive into the latest rig count. The Hidden Costs Of The IEA's Net Zero Vision | OilPrice.com Oil prices edge lower on interest rate hike worries - Oil & Gas 360 Eddy County oil and gas tax collections could exceed 100M in 2023 US shale oil and gas producers pull back after commodity price drop | Financial Times As always, links to these articles and the other resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com.
Jun 27, 2023 · 29 min
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 the rise, and companies are turning to stranded natural gas as a low-cost option for power generation. In the discussion, we provide tips for mineral and royalty owners to ensure fair compensation for the use onsite use of natural gas. As always, resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com.
Jun 16, 2023 · 21 min
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 better solution that meets the requirements fulfilled by fossil fuels in terms of high energy density, high reliability, and low cost. As always, links to the resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com.
Jun 1, 2023 · 17 min
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 Mining Law; says huge Nevada lithium mine can proceed | AP News Oil and gas land sale nets $79M. New Mexico environmental groups fear climate impacts Goldman And Others Sees Rising Odds Of Another OPEC+ Output Cut Rig Count As always, links to the articles and resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com