{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Turning Taxed Wealth Into Lasting Passive Income with Brett Swarts","description":"What if you could legally defer \u2014 or even eliminate \u2014 the 20% to 50% capital gains taxes that quietly erode generational wealth? In this episode of The Story Engine Podcast, Kyle Gray sits down with Brett Swarts, founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions, to unpack his unique approach to helping high-net-worth individuals transition from highly taxed exits into sustainable, passive income streams. Brett shares how business owners, real estate investors, and entrepreneurs can reposition their wealth instead of handing a massive portion over to taxes \u2014 all while preserving control, flexibility, and legacy. You\u2019ll hear Brett\u2019s personal origin story, the turning point that sparked his mission, and the framework he uses to help clients build tax-efficient strategies that support long-term freedom and generational impact. If you\u2019re planning an exit, selling appreciated assets, or simply want to steward your wealth more strategically, this conversation could fundamentally change how you think about capital gains. Episode Highlights &amp;amp; Timestamps 02:30 \u2014 Brett explains the common tax trap: losing 20%\u201350% of wealth at the moment of exit. 05:45 \u2014 Who this strategy is for: entrepreneurs, real estate investors, and high-net-worth individuals preparing for liquidity events. 09:30 \u2014 Brett\u2019s origin story: the personal and professional experiences that fueled his passion for capital gains solutions. 13:15 \u2014 Understanding tax deferral vs. tax elimination \u2014 and why timing is everything. 17:40 \u2014 The strategic framework Brett uses to convert concentrated wealth into diversified passive income. 21:30 \u2014 How to maintain control and flexibility while repositioning assets. 24:50 \u2014 Protecting generational wealth: aligning tax strategy with legacy planning. ","author_name":"The Story Engine Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/podcast.thestoryengine.co\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40152385\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/40152385"}