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Petroleum imports were at a record low last year, the lowest since 2005. The United States imported just 27 percent of its petroleum in 2014, with domestic oil and gas companies meeting the rest of the nation’s demand. However, oil imports are starting to … Read more
If you’re considering an investment in oil and gas, it’s important to weigh all of your options and determine which type of investment makes the most sense for you. While most people choose traditional methods to invest in oil and gas, direct participation … Read more
Extracting oil and gas from below the Earth’s crust isn’t as simple as drilling down and watching it rise to the surface. While this may work to a point in some situations, much of the oil and gas located in the United … Read more
Oil and gas drilling is just one step in the process of extracting the raw materials from the ground and transforming them into the products we use on a regular basis. After the well drilling, which includes oil well completion, the materials extracted need … Read more
One of the biggest concerns you may have with oil and gas investment opportunities is the tax implications. While there are oil and gas investment tax deductions, there will still be taxes you need to understand to protect your financial future. This tax … Read more
When oil and gas is found on privately owned property, it’s up to the property owner whether they are willing to lease the space to an oil and gas company. As part of this agreement, the property owner is typically paid oil … Read more
When you think of the oil and gas industry, you aren’t just thinking about well drilling or even the products created through the process of refinement. Oil and gas is a massive industry that requires many steps from the location of prospective wells to … Read more
After oil and gas drilling, along with oil and gas well completion, companies need to refine the crude oil to make it into the products used in everyday life. There are several methods oil and gas companies use to create these products, allowing … Read more
While oil and gas drilling is one of the most important parts of the process, these products can’t often be used in their natural state. This makes horizontal well drilling and well stimulation just the first step in a long journey. After oil and … Read more
When the layperson considers oil wells, they likely envision one kind of oil and gas well completion with a large derrick, either in the middle of a field or out in the ocean. However, when it comes to actual gas and oil well … Read more
With gas prices dropping, most Americans are aware of the lower cost of oil and gas. One of the causes of this price drop is the increase in oil and gas exploration and well completion in the United States. This means oil and gas … Read more
Finding a new oil well is an exciting experience, but it’s about more than just locating oil and gas. When it comes to well drilling, the condition of the ground that surrounds the oil can play a major role in whether oil and … Read more
A diverse portfolio is critical to ensure you maximize your returns with a smaller risk. Oil and gas investment opportunities often open many doors for investors who want to diversify, but it’s important to avoid making serious oil and gas investing mistakes. Avoiding these … Read more
Oil and gas investing is filled with terms the average investor may not be familiar with, making these investments difficult for many. One of those terms is upstream oil and gas. It may sound like it’s talking about oil and gas located … Read more
The oil and gas industry can be volatile and risky, which is why oil and gas investments have the opportunity to create incredible returns for investors. However, many investors and land owners aren’t prepared to take on the task of managing the wells. To … Read more
One of the biggest concerns of oil and gas well completion is protecting the surrounding environment. This is the source of much opposition from environmentalists, as well as residents and business owners near a well’s location. Cementing is one of the most … Read more
Oil production relies on a number of methods to bring the oil and gas to the surface. While initial oil and gas drilling have been used for years, secondary and enhanced oil recovery has changed the amount of oil and gas that can be … Read more
A diverse portfolio is the best way to improve your chances of enjoying a high return on your investment. When it comes to investments in oil and gas, it may seem like an important addition, but it’s crucial to closely evaluate the risks … Read more
Many investors begin investing in oil and gas due to the returns they expect from this industry. However, there are more returns on your investment than you have probably considered. When you invest in oil and gas, you can also take advantage of tax … Read more
Reservoirs contain large quantities of oil and gas, but much of it is unreachable through traditional drilling techniques. One of the latest improvements in well drilling is oil and gas fracking. This method of shale oil fracking can tap into a larger portion … Read more
The well completion process isn’t as simple as many people think. Once oil and gas companies identify the ideal placement of the wells, they need to drill down. However, this drilling process isn’t the end of a gas well completion. The drilling allows for … Read more
Oil and gas production has been rapidly increasing in the United States. This is partially due to the discovery of new oil reserves beneath the Earth’s crust, as well as the development of new oil and gas drilling techniques. Well stimulation is one of … Read more
Any time money is on the line, there is a chance you may be scammed. The same holds true when you are investing in oil and gas wells. An oil and gas investment can produce significant returns, but the promise of untold riches … Read more
The method of oil recovery has dramatically changed over the years as the cost of and demand for oil has increased. While the initial drilling often gets the most attention, secondary oil recovery has become important to ensure the largest portion of a reservoir … Read more
There is a natural gas boom going on right now that is reshaping the global energy markets. Most people have no idea its happening, but its happening and its only the tip of the iceberg. Across the country from North Dakota to … Read more