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TEXAS OIL, GAS AND MINERAL DEED - SALE OF INTEREST

[Trust to an Individual – Single Trustee]

Control Number: TX-0106-78

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OIL, GAS AND MINERAL DEED

[Trust to an Individual]

GRANTOR:

Trust:

Trustee:

Street Address:

City, State and Zip:

County:

GRANTEE:

Street Address:

City, State and Zip:

County:

CONSIDERATION:

$ ($ ) cash and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, and for which no lien, expressed or implied, is retained in this deed.

For the Consideration stated, and subject to the Exceptions to Conveyance and Warranty, Grantor , as Trustee under the provisions of the trust agreement dated , and known as the Trust has GRANTED, SOLD AND CONVEYED and by these presents does GRANT, SELL AND CONVEY unto , Grantee, all of Grantor’s mineral interest and royalties, including but not limited to oil, gas, carbon dioxide, and all other minerals in, on and under that certain property being situated in County, Texas, and being more particularly described as follows, to-wit:

This conveyance covers net mineral acres.

See Legal Description Attached as Exhibit A incorporated by reference as though set forth in full

Legal Description:

RESERVATIONS FROM AND EXCEPTIONS TO CONVEYANCE AND WARRANTY:

This conveyance, however, is made and accepted subject to any and all validly existing encumbrances, conditions and restrictions, relating to the hereinabove described property as now reflected by the records of the County Clerk of County, Texas.

Grantor does further convey to the Grantee any and all income, benefits, rights and privileges that will hereafter be due to the owner of said mineral rights, including but not limited to, all lease bonus, delay rentals and royalties. Grantor does further convey to the Grantee all such rights and benefits as may be necessary or convenient to the Grantee in the exploration, development, storage, transportation and production of said mineral rights, including, but not limited to, the right to enter into all leases, options, deeds, assignments and other contracts covering said property, to drill wells, lay pipelines, erect derricks, build roads, install tanks, separators, heaters and refineries, and to pool and unitize interests.

Grantor warrants that Grantor has the right and authority to transfer the property under the terms of the trust and has neither permitted or caused any change or encumbrance to the detriment of the property.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Grantor, acting in his capacity as Trustee of the Trust, has executed the above instrument on this the day of , 20.

Name of Trust:

By:

Signature

STATE OF TEXAS, COUNTY OF

This instrument was acknowledged before me on , 20, by as Trustee of the Trust.

[SEAL]

Notary Public, State of Texas

Notary's Printed / Typed Name:

My Commission Expires:


EXHIBIT A

Grantor Trust:

Trustee:

Grantee:

Legal Description:

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What an Oil, Gas and Mineral Deed Sale Is

An Oil, Gas and Mineral Deed Sale is a legal instrument that transfers ownership or specific interests in subsurface minerals and related rights from a grantor to a grantee. The deed typically conveys mineral ownership, royalty interests, and rights to explore, drill, and produce hydrocarbons, and it may reserve certain easements, royalties, or surface rights. It must identify the parties, describe the tract and the percentage or type of interest transferred, state consideration, and include execution formalities required by the recording county to create an effective, marketable transfer.

Why a Clear Mineral Deed Matters

A precise Oil, Gas and Mineral Deed Sale clarifies title, allocates revenue streams, and reduces future disputes over ownership, production rights, and royalty payments.

Why a Clear Mineral Deed Matters

Who Typically Prepares or Signs These Deeds

Typical parties who prepare, review, or sign mineral deeds range across landowners, operators, and professional advisors.

  • Landowners and mineral owners who sell or reserve mineral interests for cash, acreage, or royalty arrangements.
  • Energy companies and mineral buyers acquiring producing or non-producing interests for exploration and production.
  • Title companies, landmen, and attorneys who prepare deeds, perform title searches, and ensure recording compliance.

Core Elements to Include in a Professional Deed

A complete Oil, Gas and Mineral Deed Sale combines precise legal drafting with clear commercial terms so the transfer is effective, enforceable, and recordable.

Granting Clause

Plain statement of what interest is conveyed (fee simple mineral, leasehold royalty, working interest) and the scope of transferred rights.

Legal Description

Metes and bounds or governmental survey description identifying the tract precisely for county recording and title continuity.

Reservations & Exceptions

Any retained rights, prior leases, easements, or exceptions that remain with the grantor and affect the grantee's use.

Consideration

The money or other value exchanged, stated clearly to establish the contract element and tax reporting basis.

Royalties & Rents

If applicable, specify royalty percentages, how payments are calculated, and payee instructions.

Recording Acknowledgment

Signature blocks, notarization, and any witness statements required for valid recording in the county land records.

Required Information Every Deed Should Contain

Grantor Name: Full legal name
Grantee Name: Full legal name
Legal Description: Section, township, range
Interest Conveyed: Percentage or type
Consideration: Dollar amount
Notary Acknowledgment: Signature block

Step-by-Step: Completing an Oil, Gas and Mineral Deed Sale

Follow a consistent sequence to reduce errors: collect supporting records, draft accurately, execute with required authentication, then record where the property is located.

  • 01
    Gather Title Documents: Obtain prior deeds, leases, and title opinion.
  • 02
    Draft the Deed: Use precise legal description and clear interest language.
  • 03
    Execute and Authenticate: Sign before notary and witnesses as required.
  • 04
    Record in County: File with county recorder to protect priority.

Configuring a Digital Signing Workflow

Set up a signing flow that matches the execution and recording requirements for mineral deeds to ensure admissible records.

Field Configuration
Signing Order Sequential or parallel per parties' agreement
Authentication Email + SMS code or stronger as needed
Required Fields Signatures, dates, notary block
Recording Copy Flattened PDF ready for county upload

How Electronic Completion and Delivery Typically Works

Digital workflows reduce turnaround time but must preserve identity, intent, and a tamper-evident record compatible with recording requirements.

  • Upload Deed: Sender uploads final deed PDF
  • Assign Signers: Add grantor, grantee, notary signer roles
  • Sign & Notarize: Signers authenticate and complete notarization
  • Record & Distribute: Submit recorded copy to parties

Digital Platform Capabilities to Consider

Choose a platform that supports secure PDFs, notarization workflows, and archival of audit trails.

  • File Formats: PDF and Word DOCX supported
  • Integrations: Connects to cloud storage and title systems
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, or stronger options

Risks and Consequences of Errors in a Mineral Deed

Invalid Conveyance: May fail to transfer title
Cloud on Title: Creates need for quiet title action
Recording Rejection: County may refuse incorrect forms
Royalty Disputes: Leads to litigation and accounting claims
Tax Implications: Incorrect reporting or basis issues
Fraud Exposure: Unauthorized transfers can be voided

Common Preparation Errors to Avoid

  • Incorrect or imprecise legal descriptions that do not match recorded parcels, causing recording rejection or title gaps.
  • Using informal or abbreviated party names that differ from recorded ownership, creating ambiguity in chain of title.
  • Failing to obtain proper notarization or required witness signatures before recording, which can void the conveyance.
  • Not addressing existing oil and gas leases, easements, or prior reservations leading to competing claims after transfer.

Practical Examples of How Mineral Deeds Are Used

Two scenarios illustrate common Oil, Gas and Mineral Deed Sale uses: a private sale of royalty interest and a corporate acquisition of mineral rights.

Private Royalty Sale

A landowner sells a 1/8 royalty interest to an investor for cash

  • Transaction assigns future production revenue to buyer
  • The deed included a precise legal description, reservation of surface rights for the seller, and was recorded to protect the buyer's priority and enable royalty payments.

Corporate Mineral Acquisition

An operator acquires producing mineral estate from an estate settlement

  • Deal transfers working interest and ongoing obligations
  • The transaction required title curative work, updated division orders, and recorded deeds to establish the operator's production and tax reporting rights.

eSignature Pricing and Feature Snapshot for Mineral Deed Workflows

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mineral Deed Execution

Answers to common execution, recording, and e-signature questions for Oil, Gas and Mineral Deed Sale documents in the United States.


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