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## [Loving county oil and gas minerial leases](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/loving-county-oil-and-gas-minerial-leases/23325)

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**Author:** [@joe\_spence](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/joe_spence)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 25, 2011, 8:48pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/loving-county-oil-and-gas-minerial-leases/23325 "2011-05-25T20:48:13Z")

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I have some mineral rights in Loving County, Texas Section 1 Block 27. Is there any activity in this area? It is just outside of Mentone.

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## [I get an offer to buy my royalty](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/i-get-an-offer-to-buy-my-royalty/23332)

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**Author:** [@Buddy\_Cotten](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Buddy_Cotten)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 25, 2011, 11:10am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/i-get-an-offer-to-buy-my-royalty/23332 "2011-05-25T11:10:15Z")

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I have this itty bitty royalty interest, but it has been good to me. Currently, the checks have dropped to about $600 per month. There are two wells in this unit. Last month, I received an offer to buy the royalty on a…

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## [What is the common definition of "twinning" an oil well?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/what-is-the-common-definition-of-twinning-an-oil-well/23338)

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**Author:** [@Robert\_L\_Tofson](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Robert_L_Tofson)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 11:45pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/what-is-the-common-definition-of-twinning-an-oil-well/23338 "2011-05-24T23:45:20Z")

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I have come across a term that is used in connection with oil wells. Some wells in a field may be candidates for “twinning.” Is that the act of drilling near another well? Bob

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## [Weld Co. oil lease offer](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/weld-co-oil-lease-offer/24155)

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**Author:** [@gary\_clements](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/gary_clements)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 10:12pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/weld-co-oil-lease-offer/24155 "2011-05-24T22:12:28Z")

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We received an offer of $250 per mineral acre, 1/6 royalty, 5 year lease for 194 mineral acres in Township 11, Range 56 of Weld County. I have no idea if this is a fair offer or not. Would like some input from other area…

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## [Ratification of lease](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/ratification-of-lease/23336)

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**Author:** [@Roy\_Botard](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Roy_Botard)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 8:48pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/ratification-of-lease/23336 "2011-05-24T20:48:23Z")

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We have been requested to ratify a recently executed lease. Without too many boring details, the lease and bonus check was written to the wrong entity, an individual rather than the executor of a trust (same person). Cou…

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## [Lease Rates in Leon County Texas](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/lease-rates-in-leon-county-texas/23337)

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**Author:** [@Bill\_Sheppard](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Bill_Sheppard)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 8:39pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/lease-rates-in-leon-county-texas/23337 "2011-05-24T20:39:29Z")

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My family has been contacted by a “land lady” interested in leasing property which we are heirs to the mineral rights. Last time it was leased (four years ago), they paid $750 an acre. What is the going price per acre to…

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## [Can surface rights override Mineral Rights Ownership for bonus and lease](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/can-surface-rights-override-mineral-rights-ownership-for-bonus-and-lease/23384)

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**Author:** [@Robert\_L\_Tofson](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Robert_L_Tofson)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 8:24pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/can-surface-rights-override-mineral-rights-ownership-for-bonus-and-lease/23384 "2011-05-24T20:24:36Z")

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Can a person who owns mineral rights have no right to receive lease or bonus payments as said rights may reside with surface owners?

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## [Minerals in Phiilips County, MT](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/minerals-in-phiilips-county-mt/23335)

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**Author:** [@Dennis\_Broadbrooks](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Dennis_Broadbrooks)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 8:15pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/minerals-in-phiilips-county-mt/23335 "2011-05-24T20:15:18Z")

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The drilling for natural gas has slowed to little or none in the last few years, our neighboring counties of Blaine and Hill have been drilled and developed a handful of wells last year. Valley County to our east is abou…

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## [Help with mineral lease - Dunn County, ND](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/help-with-mineral-lease-dunn-county-nd/23910)

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**Author:** [@Sue\_Furniss](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Sue_Furniss)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 5:22pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/help-with-mineral-lease-dunn-county-nd/23910 "2011-05-24T17:22:12Z")

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My family has been approached to lease our mineral rights in Dunn County ND. Offer was $400 per/acre and 1/6 royalty for 3 years. We currently have a lease with another company that will expire in Dec. 2012. The company…

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## [Researching companies/landmen](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/researching-companies-landmen/24616)

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**Author:** [@David\_Scott1](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/David_Scott1)\
**Replies:** 40\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 2:01pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/researching-companies-landmen/24616 "2011-05-24T14:01:14Z")

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Hi, I’m new to the board. I recently received an offer to lease my mineral rights for oil and gas. The lease seems to be word for word the same as other leases I’ve seen and I have a sight draft for the bonus, trouble is…

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## [Where do I start as a mineral rights owner?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/where-do-i-start-as-a-mineral-rights-owner/23348)

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**Author:** [@Richard\_Downs\_Byrd](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Richard_Downs_Byrd)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 5:21am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/where-do-i-start-as-a-mineral-rights-owner/23348 "2011-05-24T05:21:54Z")

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I’ve owned mineral rights in Montague County, Texas, for over 25 years. The mineral rights were passed from my grandfather to his son (my uncle). My uncle passed away about 25 years ago. I am just now being contacted by …

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## [Activity between Donie and Jewett?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/activity-between-donie-and-jewett/23342)

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**Author:** [@Roy\_Botard](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Roy_Botard)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 3:58am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/activity-between-donie-and-jewett/23342 "2011-05-24T03:58:19Z")

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We have an interest between Donie and Jewett in Leon County. Anybody know of any activity in that region? Sorry, don’t know the survey at the moment. Thanks.

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## [Question about getting info on land where mineral rights are located](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/question-about-getting-info-on-land-where-mineral-rights-are-located/23565)

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**Author:** [@D\_Rodriguez](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/D_Rodriguez)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 3:53am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/question-about-getting-info-on-land-where-mineral-rights-are-located/23565 "2011-05-24T03:53:53Z")

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Hello, I am new to this topic, my parents got notification of mineral rights they own and now owe taxes on. The land is not owned by them, but the amount of taxes owed is astronomical. Does anyone know where I can get in…

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## [How to make sure companies know primary term expired](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/how-to-make-sure-companies-know-primary-term-expired/23344)

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**Author:** [@Roy\_Botard](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Roy_Botard)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 3:39am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/how-to-make-sure-companies-know-primary-term-expired/23344 "2011-05-24T03:39:01Z")

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What is the proper process/form to ensure the asset is not Held by Production or under lease when the primary term expires on a lease or the operator fails to maintain the terms of the lease? My concern is that potential…

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## [No reservation from the state or railroad, so who owns the minerals today?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/no-reservation-from-the-state-or-railroad-so-who-owns-the-minerals-today/23343)

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**Author:** [@Roy\_Botard](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Roy_Botard)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 3:30am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/no-reservation-from-the-state-or-railroad-so-who-owns-the-minerals-today/23343 "2011-05-24T03:30:23Z")

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We have a property in Brewster County, Texas. Our title search reveals that there was no reservation back to ownership (by grant from the State of Texas) to a railroad company. As I understand it, this was standard pract…

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## [Empire oil ND](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/empire-oil-nd/23352)

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**Author:** [@larry\_pritchett](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/larry_pritchett)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 2:26am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/empire-oil-nd/23352 "2011-05-24T02:26:35Z")

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recently got offer from Empire Oil- Doug Peak- can anyone give me a clue as to their reputation, seems OK, but everyone needs to be careful dealing with people you don’t know…

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## [Can we be sued is we only own a portion of the minerals?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/can-we-be-sued-is-we-only-own-a-portion-of-the-minerals/23345)

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**Author:** [@larry\_pritchett](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/larry_pritchett)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 1:08am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/can-we-be-sued-is-we-only-own-a-portion-of-the-minerals/23345 "2011-05-24T01:08:35Z")

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We are in the process of signing an oil & gas lease, we own 25% rights to land in North Dakota. We are concerned about being sued by landowner or whomever owns the other 75% mineral rights should we go forth with this… i…

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## [Is 18% royalty a good deal?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/is-18-royalty-a-good-deal/23346)

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**Author:** [@larry\_pritchett](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/larry_pritchett)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 1:02am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/is-18-royalty-a-good-deal/23346 "2011-05-24T01:02:58Z")

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I have been offered 18% royalty - I own 25% rights on 400 acres - 100 net acres - line 5 of lease says if we own less than the entire & undivided fee simple estate, royalties would be paid in proportion my interest to th…

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## [Lease rates in Sweetwater, TX - Nolan County](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/lease-rates-in-sweetwater-tx-nolan-county/23368)

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**Author:** [@Brian\_Greig](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Brian_Greig)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2011, 9:40pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/lease-rates-in-sweetwater-tx-nolan-county/23368 "2011-05-23T21:40:52Z")

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Is $50/ac bonus and a 3/16ths royalty a fair deal for a lease in Sweetwater, Nolan County, Texas on a 3 year lease? Appreciate any insights and help. Thank you

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## [Eagle Ford well IP in Lavaca County, Texas](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/eagle-ford-well-ip-in-lavaca-county-texas/23355)

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**Author:** [@Bwanablue](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Bwanablue)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2011, 6:15pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/eagle-ford-well-ip-in-lavaca-county-texas/23355 "2011-05-23T18:15:11Z")

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Sharon Hunter has filed the IP W-2 on the Furrh 1H 2.4 miles west of Moulton on Thursday and, as in the past, it's reported incorrectly by the TRC as a District 1 well, so if y'all are checking the District 2 completion …

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## [Estate Mineral Rights Transfer Process (California) and will probate](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/estate-mineral-rights-transfer-process-california-and-will-probate/23370)

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**Author:** [@Hugh\_Davidson](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Hugh_Davidson)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2011, 6:43am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/estate-mineral-rights-transfer-process-california-and-will-probate/23370 "2011-05-23T06:43:31Z")

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Hi there, I’m an executor for my father’s estate, which currently holds a share of mineral rights on two properties (non-producing), one in Kern County, the other in Kings County, California. The will requires my fathe…

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## [Weld County well map](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/weld-county-well-map/24071)

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**Author:** [@Gary\_Norton](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Gary_Norton)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2011, 6:36am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/weld-county-well-map/24071 "2011-05-23T06:36:31Z")

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Resourseplay had great well location map on their website, I can no longer link to it? Does anyone know of a replacement or how to link back to the old one?

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## [Lavaca County Oil & Gas Leasing](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/lavaca-county-oil-gas-leasing/23362)

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**Author:** [@John\_Maurer](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/John_Maurer)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2011, 2:32am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/lavaca-county-oil-gas-leasing/23362 "2011-05-23T02:32:57Z")

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I have been contacted by a company which would like to discuss a 3yr/2yr option lease on my 86.7 ac in north Lavaca County. Has anybody had leasing inquiries from them and does anyone have knowledge of their business rep…

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## [Williams County ND Oil & Gas Mineral Lease Rates](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/williams-county-nd-oil-gas-mineral-lease-rates/23416)

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**Author:** [@Reagan\_R.T\_Dukes](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Reagan_R.T_Dukes)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 21, 2011, 8:35pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/williams-county-nd-oil-gas-mineral-lease-rates/23416 "2011-05-21T20:35:45Z")

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Reply with your experience in oil leases in Williams County, ND. Top leasing and re-leasing is beginning to pick up. Share what you were offered for lease term, bonus, % royalty, Township/Range, and net mineral acres or…

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## [Bakken Shale Area Sherida county approx 173 acres for lease ( Montana )](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/bakken-shale-area-sherida-county-approx-173-acres-for-lease-montana/23891)

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**Author:** [@Dave\_Daniels\_Shridan\_County](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Dave_Daniels_Shridan_County)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [May 21, 2011, 12:32pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/bakken-shale-area-sherida-county-approx-173-acres-for-lease-montana/23891 "2011-05-21T12:32:17Z")

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Greetings! I have gotten some nice feedback here THANKS. My 88 year old dad has 173 acres for lease in Sheridan County. TAQA is drilling in an adjacent Township and has applied in one of his Townships. His acreage is …

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## [Is a Drilling Title Opinion difficult to obtain?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/is-a-drilling-title-opinion-difficult-to-obtain/23356)

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**Author:** [@Robert\_L\_Tofson](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Robert_L_Tofson)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 21, 2011, 4:31am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/is-a-drilling-title-opinion-difficult-to-obtain/23356 "2011-05-21T04:31:00Z")

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I have sent a written request for a drilling title opinion, two actually, but I was wondering if it is a document that is difficult to obtain? TIA, Bob

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## [Where can i find current well production data on line?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/where-can-i-find-current-well-production-data-on-line/23382)

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**Author:** [@Duane\_DeWeese](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Duane_DeWeese)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 21, 2011, 2:33am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/where-can-i-find-current-well-production-data-on-line/23382 "2011-05-21T02:33:47Z")

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I am going through probate with the state of North Dakota on my wife’s grandfather’s estate. I have no doubt it will be settled in the next 6 months, yet would like to track production by month. It came off the confident…

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## [Recent Lease Offers in Wilson County Texas](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/recent-lease-offers-in-wilson-county-texas/23393)

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**Author:** [@Timothy\_W\_Houston](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Timothy_W_Houston)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 21, 2011, 12:39am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/recent-lease-offers-in-wilson-county-texas/23393 "2011-05-21T00:39:35Z")

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Has anyone recently had lease offers for Wilson County, Texas? I just received a call offering $500 per min acre and 1/5 royalty. I just want to compare to any other recent offers. Thanks.

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## [How should one evaluate an offer to purchase mineral rights?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/how-should-one-evaluate-an-offer-to-purchase-mineral-rights/23735)

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**Author:** [@Eric2](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Eric2)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2011, 7:01pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/how-should-one-evaluate-an-offer-to-purchase-mineral-rights/23735 "2011-05-20T19:01:26Z")

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We have a lease in place for 80 acres in Williams County, North Dakota (Township 155 North, Range 97 West, Section 18) and recently received an offer to sell the rights for $3,500/acre. My question isn’t whether this is …

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## [Lease Offer in Young County, TX](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/lease-offer-in-young-county-tx/23363)

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**Author:** [@Brandy\_Keathley\_Grant](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Brandy_Keathley_Grant)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2011, 4:45pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/lease-offer-in-young-county-tx/23363 "2011-05-20T16:45:01Z")

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I have recently been offered a lease on my mineral rights in Young County. Just wondering if anyone in that area knows about how much an acre is normal for the signing bonus? They are offering 100 acres. I have 20 acres …

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