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Taxes, Maybe They Aren’t Such a Certainty: Sales Use Tax and Property Tax Abatement in Texas

Taxes, Maybe They Aren’t Such a Certainty: Sales Use Tax and Property Tax Abatement in Texas written by Matt Dishong Published September 6, 2024 “Nothing is certain except death and taxes.” Even 200 years after Benjamin Franklin famously uttered these words, this saying still rings true … MOST of the time. Renewable energy companies own… Read more »

Power Play: Tips for Surface Agreements for Renewable Energy Projects

Power Play: Surface Agreement Tips for Renewable Energy Projects written by Tannon Symm and Kaysha Spoon Published September 6, 2024 Surface leases are the foundation of renewable energy ventures, whether solar and wind farms, geothermal, or even hydroelectric power. These agreements permit companies to build and access facilities, generate and capture power, and store and… Read more »

The Crucial Role of Environmental Due Diligence and a Permit Matrix in Renewable Energy Projects

The Crucial Role of Environmental Due Diligence and a Permit Matrix in Renewable Energy Projects written by Miranda Caballero Published September 6, 2024 As the world increasingly turns its attention toward sustainable energy solutions, renewable energy companies are at the forefront of a transformative shift. However, with great innovation comes significant responsibility—especially in the realms… Read more »

A Matter of Opinion – Closing Renewable Finance Transactions

A Matter of Opinion – Closing Renewable Finance Transactions written by Andrew Clinton Published September 6, 2024 It’s true that nothing in life is free, and in lending, nothing is borrowed for free, either. Lenders are only interested in sharing their assets if they are confident it will pay off and be paid off. So… Read more »

Even Non-Operators Need Title Work

Even Non-Operators Need Title Work Published August 8, 2024 A promise RR&A makes to our clients is that we are not interested in selling you services you do not need. When purchasing a non-operated interest, you likely do not need a full-scale drilling or division order title opinion covering the entire land and leasehold subject… Read more »

Well, Well, Well, What Do We Have Here? Acquiring Wellbore-Only Interests

Well, Well, Well, What Do We Have Here? Acquiring Wellbore-Only Interests written by Andrew Clinton Published August 8, 2024 It has been generally accepted that acquiring wellbore-only interests as a Non-Operator is considered a relatively low-risk investment. In fact, many groups view such acquisitions as an entry point due to the perceived lower barrier to… Read more »

FTC Bans Non-compete Agreements April 23, 2024

FTC Bans Non-Compete Agreements April 23, 2024 written by Tannon Symm On Tuesday, April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) voted to implement a new rule that would ban a majority of non-compete provisions for most American workers. This rule will make most previous non-compete provisions null and void and will restrict businesses from being able… Read more »

FTC Bans Non-compete Agreements Update June 28, 2024

FTC Bans Non-Compete Agreements Update June 28, 2024 written by Tannon Symm According to the Code of Federal Regulations (“CFR”), a final rule that a federal agency has approved will become effective 120 days after being published in the Federal Register. That date has finally been set for the Federal Trade Commission’s (“FTC”) landmark rule… Read more »

Getting What You Pay For: Title Due Diligence

Getting What You Pay For: Title Due Diligence written by Kaysha Spoon Published July 3, 2024 When purchasing assets, title due diligence is crucial to protecting your new investment. Before signing on the dotted line, you’ll need to verify ownership of the assets and uncover any potential defects that could threaten your interests. This process… Read more »