How to Invest in Oil: Stories, Insights, & Strategic Recommendations from an Oil Entrepreneur

by Rich Tabaka

Overview

Oil and gas investing has long been a pathway to wealth for those in the know. In How to Invest in Oil, Rich Tabaka reveals how this often-overlooked sector can deliver financial freedom, tax advantages, and portfolio diversification. Drawing from years of experience as an oil entrepreneur, Tabaka shares a no-nonsense guide to navigating the opportunities and challenges of this high-stakes industry.

Through engaging stories and straightforward insights, Tabaka explains the technical aspects of drilling, the financial nuances of tax-advantaged investments, and the red flags every investor should watch for. Learn how he turned setbacks—like a $750,000 loss—into the foundation of Allied Resource Partners, a Kansas-based success story. Whether you’re interested in the allure of passive income energy or the science of Kansas oil fields, Tabaka’s advice is actionable and clear.

Packed with tools for high-net-worth individuals and their advisors, this book covers everything from assessing exploration opportunities to understanding vertical vs. horizontal drilling. How to Invest in Oil is a must-read for anyone ready to tap into one of the most lucrative sectors in alternative investments.

The wealth is waiting—don’t let it slip through your fingers.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798887501017
Publisher:	Forbes Books
Publication date:	07/15/2025
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	128
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

RICH TABAKA is the founder of Allied Resource Partners, a Denver-based oil and gas company specializing in tax-advantaged investment opportunities. With over a decade of experience spanning real estate, construction, and energy ventures, Tabaka brings a hands-on approach to building wealth through innovative strategies.

Born to Polish immigrant parents, Tabaka’s entrepreneurial journey began early, creating his first business while still in college. Today, he oversees drilling operations across Kansas, focusing on transparency, due diligence, and investor success.

In his debut book, How to Invest in Oil, Tabaka shares the stories, insights, and strategies that have shaped his career, offering readers a clear guide to navigating the lucrative energy sector. He lives in Denver with his wife and two sons.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: How It All Started
Chapter 2: My First Jobs
Chapter 3: New Opportunities
Chapter 4: It’s Different Than You Think
Chapter 5: Our Step-by-Step Method
Chapter 6: Answering the Common Questions
Chapter 7: Become an Investor
Chapter 8: How We Proceed with a Drilling Location
Chapter 9: It’s a Wonderful Business

About the Author