MetaComet
  • Solutions
    • Overview
    • Royalty Tracker
    • Sales Aggregator
    • Royalty Portal
    • Implementation
  • Industries
    • Book Publishing
    • Biotechnology
    • Online Learning
    • Technology Transfer
    • All Industries
  • Testimonials
  • About
    • Company Overview
    • Security
    • Partnerships
  • Resources
  • Contact Us
Book a Demo

Meet us at the Frankfurt Book Fair to preview new time-saving features!

Royalty Management Information:
Software, Resources, & More



Schedule a Free Demo



Schedule a Free Consult



Free Royalty Automation Handbook



Let Us Help You Get Started



Royalty Management Lifecycle



Video Resources

Royalty Information & Resources

With over 25 years of royalty management experience, MetaComet® Systems has mastered the science of calculating, paying, and reporting on royalties. We’ve compiled these resources to help you do the same.

How Emerging Publishing Practices Impact Royalty Distribution

Emerging Publishing Practices & Industry Innovations

by David Marlin | October 2, 2025

The new world of multi-format distribution adds enormous complexity to royalty math. That's where tools like MetaComet’s best-in-class royalty management solutions come in.

Read more

Royalty Tracker Agents Feature Video Preview

Automate Literary Agents’ Fees with Royalty Tracker

by MetaComet Systems | September 18, 2025

With the new Royalty Tracker® agents feature, publishers can process agents’ fees with the click of a button, and instantly publish agents’ statements to the online Royalty Portal. Watch the demo here.

Read more

royalty distribution

Royalty Distribution | Agreements, Tools & Digital Solutions

by David Marlin | September 4, 2025

When something is sold on a royalty basis, its license holders calculate and put aside a share of the earnings to compensate the original creators. That money is then distributed to recipients in an agreed manner and on a set cycle.

Read more

An image of a busy book fair.

Meet us at the Frankfurt Book Fair to preview new time-saving features!

by MetaComet Systems | August 22, 2025

We're excited to give you a preview of our newest product features and discuss how we can make royalties easier for your business. Book a meeting with us!

Read more

biotech technology transfer

Biotech Technology Transfer & Licensing Agreements

by David Marlin | August 14, 2025

Learn how biotech licensees manage technology transfer agreements, track royalties, and stay compliant through every stage of the licensing process.

Read more

How to Manage Royalties in Technology Transfer Agreements

Technology Transfer Agreements, Royalties, Distributions

by David Marlin | July 30, 2025

If you’re involved in licensing technology from a university, research institution, or federal lab—or granting those rights to others—managing royalties is one of the most critical (and complex) parts of the process.

Read more

11 reasons to select a royalty specialist

11 Reasons to Select a Royalty Specialist Over a Generalist

by David Marlin | July 25, 2025

Not all software is created equal. For the large majority of royalty-based businesses, specialist solutions will beat generalist products on every count. Here are just ten reasons why.   

Read more

What are royalty rates?

Royalty Rates Explained | Licensing Agreements & More

by David Marlin | July 21, 2025

Learn what royalty rates are, how they’re calculated, what affects them, and what to expect in a licensing agreement in this practical guide.

Read more

Introduction to Revenue Sharing

What is Revenue Sharing? Definition & Introduction

by David Marlin | July 14, 2025

Revenue sharing gives licensees a cut of revenue based on use or sales, aligning payouts with performance and encouraging long-term success.

Read more

IP licensing for commercial use

Intellectual Property Licensing | Agreements & Royalty Rates

by David Marlin | July 8, 2025

Let's break down what an intellectual property license is, explore different types of IP licenses, explain what goes into an IP licensing agreement, and walk through royalty rates and licensing fees. We’ll also share best practices to help manage intellectual property licensing deals with clarity and confidence.

Read more

Older Entries >>

Frequently Asked Royalty Information Questions

 

What are royalties and how are they paid?

A royalty is a payment made by one party (the licensee) to another (the licensor) for the ongoing use of an asset, commonly a piece of intellectual property. Payment methods and frequency are established in a royalty licensing agreement between the two parties. For more details, see our article entitled, “How Do Royalties Work?”

How much is the average royalty check?

Royalty payments vary widely across different industries and within industries as well, depending on the value of the asset being licensed, the sales volume within the royalty period, and many other factors. So, there is no such thing as an average, normal, or typical royalty check. To learn more about the elements that affect a royalty check, see our article, “How Are Royalties Calculated?”

How do I calculate my royalties?

Royalties are calculated based on a percentage of sales revenue or a flat fee per unit sold. The percentage or fee is agreed upon in a royalty licensing agreement between the licensor and licensee. The agreement will also outline other variables that will affect royalty payments. For more information, read our post, “How Are Royalties Calculated?”

Who receives royalty payments?

Royalty recipients include copyright holders (like writers, illustrators, and composers), patent owners (such as inventors), natural resource owners, and franchisors, among others. See our article, “What Are Royalties in Business?” for further examples of people and companies that receive royalty payments.

What types of royalties exist?

Common types of royalties include book publishing royalties, music royalties, patent royalties, franchise fees, and oil and gas royalties. Our blog post, “Different Types of Royalties,” goes into more detail about the various types of royalties you may encounter.

How often are royalties paid out?

Payments are typically made quarterly or annually, and sometimes monthly or semiannually, depending on the terms of the royalty agreement.

What is included in a royalty agreement?

A royalty licensing agreement will include, at a minimum, a definition of the rights granted, usage conditions, and payment terms. Our article about “How Do Royalties Work?” delves into the deeper details of royalty agreements.

Are royalties taxed?

Yes, royalty payments are taxed as income.

Case Studies

Familius
IPG
John Marshall Media
Nelson
Dragonblade
Trafalgar Square Books
NavPress

Categories

  • Biotech Royalties
  • Case Studies
  • Featured
  • Glossary of Terms
  • Industry News
  • Instruction
  • Patent Royalties
  • Press Releases
  • Questions and Answers
  • Royalty Accounting
  • Royalty Accounting Software
  • Royalty Automation
  • Royalty Management Software
  • Royalty Software
  • Royalty Statements
  • The Royalty Management Life Cycle™ Model
  • Uncategorized
  • Videos

Sidebar Search

Industries

Book Publishing
Biotechnology

Contact us to learn more about our royalty automation software.

"*" indicates required fields

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

MetaComet Systems provides software designed to streamline and optimize your royalty management processes. Our royalty accounting and financial tracking solutions are tailored to the unique needs of your business, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and peace of mind. We invite you to meet our dedicated team and join the ranks of satisfied clients who have transformed their operations with MetaComet Systems today.

MetaComet
Book a Demo

Solutions

  • Free Demo
  • Royalty Tracker
  • Sales Aggregator
  • Royalty Portal

Resources

  • Getting Started
  • Automated Royalties
  • Revenue Sharing
  • Royalty Accounting

About & Contact

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • +1 (413) 536-5989
  • Security
  • Support
SOC compliance
BBB A+ Rating
LinkedIn
Facebook

© 2025 MetaComet® Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved.    Privacy Policy   |    Accessibility