My proof of mineral rights ownership was sent to the oil company back in November 2014. I have verified that they received the mineral deed. The oil company got back to me and indicated that since there are 4 other levels of heirs, they have to wait for all of them to record their fractional interest with the county before they can release the suspense funds.
Does this sound right or am I being jerked around? My biggest concern is that these other heirs either are unaware of their heirship, deceased, or do not wish to pursue their mineral rights ownership due to being split so many times. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
Because I am the sole heir of my parents’ fractional interest, I invested the money into doing 3 probates to get them into my name. I don’t understand why these other heirs are having an effect on the oil company proceeding with me.