How much are my mineral rights worth?

The value of mineral rights depends on several factors including location, production history, proven reserves, current market prices, and lease terms. Our experienced team provides free mineral rights appraisal using industry-leading valuation methods. Factors we consider include nearby well production, geological surveys, and current commodity prices.

How do I sell my mineral rights?

Selling mineral rights involves several steps: 1) Contact a reputable mineral rights buyer, 2) Review your deed and title, 3) Receive a transparent valuation explaining the offer, 4) Negotiate terms and closing timeline, 5) Complete title work and documentation, 6) Close the transaction. Buckhead Energy streamlines this process with quick closings and competitive offers.

What is the best company to sell mineral rights to?

The best mineral buying company offers fair market value, transparent pricing, quick closings, and professional service. Look for companies with proven track records, positive landowner reviews, and expertise in your specific basin or region. Buckhead Energy has been acquiring mineral rights since 2007, with successful transactions across 33 states.

Should I sell or lease my mineral rights?

The decision to sell or lease mineral rights depends on your financial goals, risk tolerance, and market conditions. Selling provides immediate cash with no ongoing management, while leasing offers potential long-term income but requires active management. Consider factors like current commodity prices, development potential, tax implications, and your need for immediate capital.

What are mineral rights?

Mineral rights are the legal rights to extract and profit from minerals beneath the surface of land, including oil, natural gas, coal, and other valuable substances. These rights can be owned separately from surface rights. Mineral rights ownership entitles you to lease payments, royalties from production, and the right to sell these assets.

How long does it take to sell mineral rights?

The timeline to sell mineral rights typically ranges from 30-90 days, depending on title complexity and documentation requirements. At Buckhead Energy, we streamline the process: initial evaluation and offer within 7-14 days, title review 2-4 weeks, and closing within 30-45 days of accepted offer.

Minnesota Residents: Sell Your New Mexico Mineral Rights

New Mexico Minerals, Minnesota Residence

New Mexico and Minnesota are over 1,400 miles apart. The producing areas of southeastern New Mexico are in a completely different landscape from the lakes and forests of Minnesota, making hands-on management virtually impossible.

Many Minnesota residents own New Mexico minerals through inheritance or past investments in the Permian Basin. The Delaware Basin portion of southeast New Mexico has become one of the most active drilling regions in the country, making these minerals increasingly valuable and increasingly complex to manage:

Understanding New Mexico mineral and pooling laws

Dealing with multiple operators in Lea and Eddy counties

Tracking production across different formations

Filing New Mexico income tax returns for royalty income

Major New Mexico Producing Areas

We buy minerals throughout New Mexico. The state's oil and gas production is concentrated in specific areas:

Delaware Basin

The western portion of the Permian Basin, one of the most active drilling regions in North America. Counties: Lea, Eddy. Multiple pay zones: Wolfcamp, Bone Spring, Avalon.

Permian Basin (NM Portion)

Southeast New Mexico shares the prolific Permian Basin with West Texas. Same geology, same operators, same value potential.

San Juan Basin

Northwest New Mexico natural gas production. Counties: San Juan, Rio Arriba. Mature basin with legacy production.

Other Areas

Production also occurs in Chaves, Roosevelt, and other counties with varying levels of activity.

The Distance Challenge

Driving from Minneapolis to Carlsbad, New Mexico (heart of the Delaware Basin) is over 1,400 miles and would take more than 20 hours of non-stop driving. Flying requires connections and still involves significant travel time and expense.

Many Minnesota residents inherited New Mexico minerals from family who worked in the oil fields, ranched in southeastern New Mexico, or invested in the Permian during earlier booms. Converting these distant assets to cash eliminates the ongoing management burden and gives you certainty.

Selling New Mexico Minerals from Minnesota

Tell Us About Your Minerals

County, section/township/range, production

We Research & Value

Production data, permits, formation analysis

Sign at MN Notary

No travel to New Mexico required

Receive Payment

Wire transfer or certified check

New Mexico-Specific Questions

The Delaware Basin is one of the most active and valuable drilling regions in North America. Minerals in Lea and Eddy counties can command premium prices due to the stacked pay potential (multiple productive formations), active operator development, and proven reserves. Values vary by specific location within the basin.

Yes, New Mexico taxes non-resident income from New Mexico sources, including mineral royalties. You likely need to file a New Mexico non-resident return each year you receive royalties. When you sell, New Mexico may tax the gain. Selling eliminates the need for annual New Mexico filings. You'll also pay Minnesota state income tax on the gain. Consult a tax professional for details.

New Mexico has significant federal land ownership, and some surface landowners receive royalties from federal minerals leased by the BLM. Private mineral ownership works differently. We purchase privately-owned (fee) mineral rights. If you're unsure whether your minerals are private or federal, we can help you determine ownership.

The San Juan Basin is a mature natural gas basin with declining production in many areas. Values are generally lower than the Delaware Basin, but minerals in productive areas still have value. We evaluate all New Mexico minerals and can tell you what your specific interest is worth.

Get a Free Valuation of Your New Mexico Minerals

We'll research your New Mexico mineral rights and provide a written offer. No obligation, no cost.

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Or call us at (817) 778-9532

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Own Mineral Rights in New Mexico?

New Mexico Minerals, Minnesota Residence

Major New Mexico Producing Areas

Delaware Basin

Permian Basin (NM Portion)

San Juan Basin

Other Areas

The Distance Challenge

Selling New Mexico Minerals from Minnesota

Tell Us About Your Minerals

We Research & Value

Sign at MN Notary

Receive Payment

New Mexico-Specific Questions

How valuable are Delaware Basin minerals?

Do I owe New Mexico income tax on royalties?

What are federal mineral rights in New Mexico?

Is the San Juan Basin still valuable?

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