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FOR NEW YORK RESIDENTS

Own Mineral Rights in Another State?

We help New York residents sell inherited mineral rights in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Louisiana, and other states. No travel required.

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A Common Situation for New York Residents

New York is home to millions of people whose families came from across America, including oil-producing states like Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana. When grandparents or great-grandparents pass away, mineral rights often transfer to heirs who have never lived in those states and may not even know these assets exist.

If you're a New York resident who inherited mineral rights in another state, you're not alone. Managing these assets from the East Coast can be especially frustrating:

Confusing royalty statements you don't understand

Division orders and lease documents that need signatures

Operators you've never heard of sending mail

Small monthly checks that barely seem worth the hassle

Filing tax returns in multiple states on top of NY's already complex taxes

If any of this sounds familiar, you have options. Many New York residents choose to sell their out-of-state mineral rights for a lump sum—converting a confusing, distant asset into immediate cash and simplifying their financial life.

Where Are Your Minerals Located?

We buy mineral rights in all major oil and gas producing states. Select your state for specific information:

Don't see your state? Contact us—we buy mineral rights in all producing states.

Why New York Residents Sell Their Mineral Rights

Tax Simplification

Eliminate multi-state filing: No more returns in TX, OK, LA, or NM

Already high taxes: NY state tax plus NYC tax for city residents

Reduce complexity: Fewer 1099s, fewer schedules, simpler life

Distance & Complexity

1,500+ miles away: Can't easily visit or monitor the asset

Unfamiliar industry: Oil and gas is foreign to most New Yorkers

Time zone challenges: Operators in TX close before NY workday ends

Estate Planning

Simpler inheritance: Cash divides more cleanly than fractional minerals

Avoid multi-state probate: Out-of-state assets complicate estates

Protect heirs: Don't burden children with distant, complex assets

Financial Goals

Immediate liquidity: Fund education, real estate, or retirement

Diversification: Move from single asset to diversified portfolio

Risk elimination: No more worrying about commodity prices

New York's High-Tax Environment

New York has some of the highest state income taxes in the country, and NYC residents face an additional city income tax. When you own mineral rights in other states, you may also owe taxes to those states on your royalty income—adding complexity on top of complexity.

Selling eliminates the multi-state tax filing burden. While you'll pay capital gains tax on the sale, you're done with annual returns in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, or wherever your minerals are located. Many New York owners find this simplification alone worth the decision to sell. Consult a tax professional for your specific situation.

How It Works (Without Leaving New York)

1
Submit Info

Tell us about your minerals online or by phone

2
Get Valuation

We research and provide a written offer

3
Sign Locally

Documents notarized at any New York notary

4
Get Paid

Receive funds via wire or certified check

Typical timeline: Most transactions close within 30-45 days from accepted offer to payment. We handle all title work, document preparation, and filing—you just sign and receive payment.

Questions We Hear from New York Residents

Check for royalty checks (even small ones), division orders, lease agreements, or correspondence from oil companies in your mail or among inherited documents. You can also search county records where family members owned property. If you inherited an estate, mineral rights may have been mentioned in the will or probate documents.
Often, yes. Even small royalty interests can have significant sale value because buyers consider future production potential, not just current payments. A $50/month royalty might sell for $10,000-$20,000 or more depending on the location and remaining reserves. We'll provide a free valuation so you know your options.
No. The entire transaction can be completed from New York. We send documents to you, you sign them before a local New York notary (UPS Store, bank, attorney's office, or mobile notary), and mail them back. We handle everything else, including recording the deed in the appropriate county.
Each heir can sell their individual interest independently—you don't need all heirs to agree. If you want to sell and others don't, you can sell just your share. We frequently work with families where some members sell and others keep their interest.
If you're receiving royalties, you may already be filing returns in that state. When you sell, you typically file a final return in that state for the sale year. After that, no more multi-state filings related to these minerals. You'll also report the sale on your federal and New York state returns (and NYC return if applicable). New York may provide credits for taxes paid to other states. Consult a tax professional for your specific situation.

Ready to Explore Your Options?

Get a free, no-obligation valuation of your out-of-state mineral rights. We'll research your property and provide a written offer within days.

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New York Quick Facts

High state income tax

NYC has additional city tax

19M+ residents

1,500+ mi from TX/OK

Related Resources

Mineral Rights for Beginners

How to Sell Mineral Rights

Inherited Minerals Guide

Sell Without a Broker

Mineral Rights Glossary

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