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About Kevin Brunner
A United States Marine Corps veteran with seven years of distinguished service, Kevin Brunner has spent the past three decades building one of the most comprehensive financial advisory practices in the country.
With over 3,800 completed transactions and more than 200 seminars taught across 12 states and Europe, Kevin brings unmatched depth of experience to every client engagement. His work has been featured in Forbes and on Bloomberg Radio and KABC Radio, where he hosted the “Smart Money Hour.”
As the creator of the Model Q™ System and a recognized specialist in 537 Installment Sale Trusts, Kevin has helped clients defer millions in capital gains taxes while creating sustainable, lifetime income streams.
Published Works
Proven strategies documented in three books — real experience, not theory
Just Say No To Bad Financial Advice
Co-authored with Christian Ramsey · 2nd Edition, 2025
The definitive guide to the Model Q™ System for tax-free wealth. Covering 537 ISTs, Roth conversions, FedEx route exits, and more.
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Cash Out Clean: Tax Strategy for Your Big Exit
Co-authored with Norb Kohler
A comprehensive guide to tax-advantaged exit strategies for business owners and real estate investors looking to maximize their sale proceeds.
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How to Beat the IRS Legally
Co-authored with Ed Lyon
Insider strategies from a tax planning expert and a seasoned financial advisor on legally minimizing your tax burden using proven, IRS-compliant approaches.
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Forbes
Kevin Brunner was featured in Forbes for his innovative approach to tax-advantaged wealth preservation strategies, highlighting his extensive experience with installment sale trusts and the Model Q™ System.
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Hear It From Kevin
Kevin discusses capital gains tax strategies on the Lifetime Cash Flow Podcast with Rod Khleif — Episode #1,128