Receive one lump sum payment now, instead of waiting on the uncertainty of future royalty payments. 
 

After the initial production of a well, your royalty checks will decline. Taking the cash payment guarantees the amount of money you will receive for your interest. 
 

Pay off high interest debt, medical expenses, college tuition or start saving for your retirement.
 

Clean up your estate. Relieve yourself of the stress of all of the paperwork and money involved in the probate process and leave your heirs a secure financial future.  
 

Diversify in other investments that aren't subject to commodity prices.