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Why Mineral Rights & Royalties
Direct ownership in
American energy.
Owning mineral and royalty interests provides direct ownership in America’s energy production. As oil and natural gas are produced, owners receive monthly royalty income paid directly by the operators.
It is ownership without the operating burden. Ownership of the interest is held by recorded mineral deed while the operator handles the drilling, maintenance, and operating expenses.
Mineral interests provide the opportunity to own a real asset without the day-to-day management responsibilities. For the bigger picture, see the case for owning mineral rights.
How it works
Three steps to
mineral ownership.
- Step 1
Start the conversation
Contact our team to discuss your goals and learn about available mineral and royalty ownership opportunities.
- Step 2
Review the property
We'll walk you through the property, including the location, operator, production history, title, and supporting documentation, so you can make an informed decision.
- Step 3
Take ownership
Once everything is complete, ownership is transferred by recorded mineral deed. As the wells produce, royalty income is paid directly to you by the operator.
What ownership gives you
The benefits of
mineral ownership.
Monthly income
As oil and natural gas are produced, owners receive royalty income paid directly by the operators.
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No management or upkeep
No drilling decisions, maintenance, or monthly operating expenses. The operator handles the work while you enjoy the benefits of ownership.
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Real property ownership
Mineral and royalty interests are tangible real property with recorded ownership, providing a direct stake in America's energy resources.
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Deeded title
Ownership is conveyed by a recorded mineral deed at the county level, creating a publicly documented property interest that can be owned, sold, or passed down for generations.
More reasons owners hold
Beyond the
income.
Retirement & generational income
Potential income you can hold for the long term or pass on to the next generation.
Tax advantages while you own
Mineral and royalty income can carry tax advantages such as depletion. Consult your tax advisor about your situation.
Appreciation potential
As basins develop and new wells come online, the value of an interest may grow over time.
An estate-planning asset
A deeded, tangible asset that can be held, gifted, or transferred as part of an estate plan.
Choose your path
Ways to own with
Heritage.
Direct ownership
Acquire mineral and royalty interests through the ownership structure that best fits your goals, whether individually or through a corporation, LLC, trust, or other legal entity.
Request the prospectus1031 exchange
Defer capital gains by exchanging qualifying property into mineral and royalty interests.
Learn about 1031sUse your IRA
Invest through a self-directed IRA and hold mineral and royalty interests inside your retirement account. We coordinate with your custodian.
Mineral Rights in an IRAFrequently asked questions
Questions investors ask us most.
A few of the most common ones. See the full list, grouped by topic, on our FAQ page.
Investor voices
What investor partners say.
“I've worked with Don and his team at Heritage Land & Minerals on over five mineral properties. I've continued investing with them and have enjoyed how easy and straightforward they have made the process.”
Names abbreviated at investor request. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
Confidential Prospectus
Heritage Land & Minerals
Prospectus
Current offerings, tax considerations, and a mineral acquisition overview.
- Current mineral and royalty offerings
- 1031 exchange eligibility overview
- Tax considerations overview
- State-by-state field data
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Risk disclosure
Mineral and royalty investments involve substantial risk, including the loss of principal. Distributions depend on production volumes, commodity prices, operator performance, and other factors outside Heritage's control, and are not guaranteed. Mineral and royalty interests are illiquid; there is no public market for them, and resale, including its price and timing, is not guaranteed. Heritage Land & Minerals offerings are available only to accredited investors and only by means of a confidential prospectus that contains the complete risk disclosure. This website is not an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security.