Capital Gains Tax Solutions Showcases Deferred Sales Trust as Strategic Tool for Luxury Real Estate Sales

Capital Gains Tax Solutions is a tax planning firm that helps individuals and real estate investors navigate capital gains taxes when exiting highly appreciated assets. Luxury home sales, like the recent $11 million Florida estate sale tied to Hulk Hogan, continue to draw national attention due to their high valuations and celebrity connections. In the opinion of Brett Swarts, Founder and CEO of Capital Gains Tax Solutions, these transactions clearly highlight the need for advanced tax planning. Tax strategies, such as a Deferred Sales Trust (DST), can help defer capital gains exposure that could significantly erode net proceeds.

Based in Florida, Capital Gains Tax Solutions is a tax planning firm specializing in capital gains deferral strategies for high-net-worth individuals and real estate investors exiting multi-million-dollar assets. The firm works with clients nationwide on the sale of luxury real estate, businesses, and other investment assets, with a focus on advanced planning solutions. In the context of exclusive luxury transactions like the recent $11 million Florida estate sale tied to Hulk Hogan, Capital Gains Tax Solutions sees these deals as clear examples of where a Deferred Sales Trust strategy can help preserve more capital.

“Even without personal income taxes in Florida, Federal capital gains taxes can take a substantial portion of a seller’s proceeds,” said Swarts. “Using a Deferred Sales Trust allows them to defer those taxes by selling the property to a trust before closing. Because the seller does not realize gains at the time of the sale, they don’t owe capital gains taxes, either. For luxury homeowners, that can mean preserving millions in capital to invest and continue to grow.”

The Clearwater property, previously owned by wrestling icon Hulk Hogan, reflects a growing trend of ultra-high-end real estate listings across the U.S. Sellers in this tier often face millions in potential capital gains taxes, especially when exiting long-held assets. Unlike traditional 1031 exchanges, which are limited to real estate and burdened with strict timeframes, a DST works across various asset classes, including real estate, businesses, crypto, and stocks. Sellers transfer the asset to a dedicated trust, which then completes the sale. In return, the seller receives a customized payment plan over time, deferring capital gains tax liability until funds are received.

“This strategy does more than just save taxes,” Swarts added. “It unlocks flexibility. With a DST, you’re not boxed into another like-kind real estate investment. You can diversify, reduce risk, or focus on lifestyle goals or estate planning.”

To learn more about Capital Gains Tax Solutions and how they help multi-million dollar property owners sell and defer the capital gains taxes on the sale, call 916-886-2986 or visit www.CapitalGainsTaxSolutions.com.

About Capital Gains Tax Solutions

Capital Gains Tax Solutions is a national Deferred Sales Trust (DST) Trustee impact organization. They aim to help people defer capital gains tax & eliminate estate tax on the exit of assets of any kind so their clients can preserve and then create more wealth and unlock freedom.