This forum has been incredibly helpful and informative in the process of educating me on mineral rights leases. I now know what I am looking at. Paladin Land Group is legitimate.
The only thing I am lacking is a feeling for a fair offer. The standard seems to be $500 per acre plus 3/16 but I am also aware of $300 per acre plus 1/5 and 0.00 with a 1/4 royalty. These all seem to hinge on an immediate need for cash and/or an unwillingness to gamble.
Thank you for all of your help.
John