Money, surface rights, and possible drilling activities are probably the three most concerning factors. The mineral interests may be of value to the buyer. The buyer will also want to know if there is a possibility or likelihood that an operator will need to use all or part of the surface that the buyer controls. The buyer will also want to know if there is a possibility or likelihood that an operator will place a well or other machinery on or near the property and whether the operator may need to cross the property.
Source: TAR