Utah's 'Yellow Wax' Discount: Why Uinta Basin Geology Shrinks Your Oil Check

Why does Uinta Basin crude trade for less than WTI? We explain the physical reality of waxy crude, the transportation nightmare, and your royalty check.

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Utah’s Surface Owner Protection Act sounds protective. But when push comes to shove, an operator can post a $6,000 bond and drill on your land anyway.

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The Utah Pooling Letter: What to Do When You Get a 'Notice of Opportunity to Participate'

Received a thick packet from an oil operator in Utah? Here is a plain-English guide to forced pooling, the 150-400% risk penalty, and your 30-day clock.

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