How to Earn Passive Royalties from Oil & Gas with Mineral Rights. Jace Graham w/ Rising Phoenix (Ep 81)

About this episode

This episode discusses how to earn passive income through mineral rights in the oil and gas sector.

If you’ve ever wondered how you can generate passive “mailbox money” from the energy sector, or if you’re looking for creative 1031 exchange opportunities, this episode is for you. Jace Graham, a fourth-generation oil & gas expert and CEO and Founder of Rising Phoenix Capital joins us to explain how mineral rights work and how his team acquires off-market mineral rights. Top 3 takeaways: Mineral Rights = Passive “Mailbox Money” By owning mineral rights, investors can earn regular royalty payments from oil and gas production—without the risks or hassles of drilling themselves. It’s a truly passive income stream that’s less “hands-on” than many real estate or drilling deals. Unique & Direct Acquisition Approach Rising Phoenix Capital stands out by doing serious ground work—they source mineral rights directly from owners, avoiding auctions and middlemen. This potentially allows for better pricing and value for their investors. Great 1031 Exchange Option Since mineral rights are considered real estate, investors can use 1031 exchanges to defer taxes by transitioning from investment property into mineral rights. This opens the door for retiring landlords or anyone looking to…

People in this episode

Host: Michelle Moses

Guest: Jace Graham

Topics covered

• passive income
• mineral rights
• oil and gas
• 1031 exchange
• investment strategies

Keywords

• passive royalties
• mailbox money
• energy sector
• investment property
• tax deferral

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Rising Phoenix Capital, Rising Phoenix

Books & works: How to Earn Passive Royalties from Oil & Gas with Mineral Rights

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