# Oil Wells: Accelerated Capital Recovery with John Engel

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Published: 2026-02-27T20:00:00+00:00
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Send us Fan Mail What if part of the money you send to the IRS each year could instead be working for you in oil wells? In this episode, Steven welcomes John Engel, COO of Gulf Coast Western, for a clear and honest conversation about oil and gas investing. John explains how investors can participate in packaged wells that generate monthly cash flow, often to return initial capital in 18 to 24 months, depending on the project. They also talk through the real tax advantages, including the abili...

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