Most helpful documents
- Any deed or mineral deed showing how you received the interest
- Royalty check stubs or annual 1099s from an operator
- Division orders
- Oil and gas lease copies
- Probate documents, wills or affidavits of heirship
- Property tax statements referencing minerals
- Correspondence from operators or land companies
If you have nothing at all
That is a very common starting point. County name plus your family's name is often enough for us to begin searching recorded records.
How to send documents
Submit the form first. We'll reply with a simple way to send copies — a photo taken with your phone is usually fine. Please do not send original documents.