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Own Mineral Rights in New Mexico?

We help New York residents sell mineral rights in the Delaware Basin and Permian Basin areas of New Mexico. Nearly 2,000 miles away—but we make it easy.

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New Mexico Minerals, New York Residence

New Mexico may feel like another world from New York—and geographically, it nearly is. The producing areas of southeastern New Mexico are about 1,900 miles from Manhattan, a journey that would take over 27 hours of driving.

Many New York 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 from the East Coast:

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 on top of NY taxes

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

Managing New Mexico mineral rights from New York is particularly challenging due to the sheer distance. The producing areas of southeast New Mexico (Lea and Eddy counties around Carlsbad and Hobbs) are nearly 2,000 miles from New York City. That's a 4-hour flight with connections, or a 27+ hour drive.

For New York residents who inherited these 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 simplifies your financial life.

Simplify Your Tax Situation

As a New York resident with New Mexico mineral income, your tax situation is complex:

Federal return reporting all income

New York State return with high tax rates

NYC return if you're a city resident

New Mexico non-resident return for mineral income

Selling eliminates the ongoing New Mexico filing requirement. You'll pay capital gains tax on the sale (federal and NY), but after that, your annual tax complexity decreases. Many New York owners find this simplification valuable. Consult a tax professional for advice specific to your situation.

Selling New Mexico Minerals from New York

1
Tell Us About Your Minerals

County, section/township/range, production

2
We Research & Value

Production data, permits, formation analysis

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Sign at NY Notary

No travel to New Mexico required

4
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. New York may provide a credit for taxes paid to New Mexico, reducing double taxation. 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.

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

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