

Main Street Business
Mark J Kohler and Mat Sorensen
The Main Street Business Podcast, hosted by attorneys Mat Sorensen and Mark J. Kohler, is the go-to resource for entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners who want to build, protect, and manage their wealth. Each episode explores real-world scenarios and offers practical advice on business structuring, tax planning, side hustles, real estate, self-directed retirement accounts, and more.With decades of combined legal and tax experience Mark and Mat make complex financial topics understandable through charismatic discussions and practical education. Their goal is to empower listeners to make smarter legal and financial decisions by turning advanced concepts into clear, actionable strategies for LLCs, corporations, estate planning, tax reduction, raising capital, asset protection, and retirement planning. Mark J. Kohler is a CPA, attorney, best-selling author of six books, and a nationally recognized authority on small business tax and legal strategies. Mark serves as a Senior Partner at KKOS Lawyers and Board Member at Directed IRA Trust Company, which manages over $3 billion in assets. As the founder of the Main Street Certified Tax Advisor Program, Mark has trained thousands of CPAs and Enrolled Agents nationwide, helping millions of small business owners better navigate tax and legal strategies. Mark also co-hosts The Main Street Business Podcast along with Mat Sorensen.Mat Sorensen is an attorney, best-selling author of The Self-Directed IRA Handbook, and CEO of Directed IRA & Directed Trust Company, a leading self-directed IRA custodian with nearly $3 billion under administration. He is a national expert on self-directed retirement strategies and a Senior Partner at KKOS Lawyers. Mat also co-hosts The Main Street Business Podcast along with Mark J. Kohler.
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Nov 6, 2021 • 39min
361: 401k Strategies that will BLOW your MIND!
Mind-blowing strategies that you can use TODAY with your 401k! Mark and Mat expand all of the fundamental strategies that get your 401k running like a well-oiled machine. Learn more at www.mainstreetbusiness.com Grab my eBook 30 Unique Strategies Every Business Owner Should Know! You don't want to miss this! Secure your tickets for the #1 Event For Small Business Owners On Main Street America: Main Street 360 Looking to connect with a rock star law firm? KKOS is only a click away! Are you ready to get certified in EVERY strategy I teach? Start your journey with a FREE 15-minute discovery call to explore the Main Street Tax Pro Certification. Check out our YOUTUBE Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/markjkohler Craving more content? Check out my Instagram!

Nov 1, 2021 • 1h 1min
360: OPEN FORUM SHOW - Answering Difficult Tax, Legal & Business Questions
Join Mark and Mat as they answer difficult tax, legal, and business questions from around the nation. To listen or search for prior episodes, or sign up for their free weekly newsletter, visit: www.mainstreetbusiness.com Grab my eBook 30 Unique Strategies Every Business Owner Should Know! You don't want to miss this! Secure your tickets for the #1 Event For Small Business Owners On Main Street America: Main Street 360 Looking to connect with a rock star law firm? KKOS is only a click away! Are you ready to get certified in EVERY strategy I teach? Start your journey with a FREE 15-minute discovery call to explore the Main Street Tax Pro Certification. Check out our YOUTUBE Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/markjkohler Craving more content? Check out my Instagram!

Oct 20, 2021 • 1h 7min
359: Businesses you Can Start for Under 5k
Learn about 50+ businesses that you can start today! From dog walking to landscaping, we talk about all the ways you can make money and get your life started as an entrepreneur. Don't think you have the capital to get the ball rolling? Perfect! These are all businesses you can start for close to nothing. Get started now!Check out my step-by-step workbook to get your business off the ground - 8 Steps to start and grow your businessSIDE HUSTLE Stand Out - To get Jarom Bergeson's Halloween Children's book click here: Why do Witches Wear Black?To learn more or listen to prior episodes, visit: https://mainstreetbusiness.com/Business Ideas coming soon: Grab my eBook 30 Unique Strategies Every Business Owner Should Know! You don't want to miss this! Secure your tickets for the #1 Event For Small Business Owners On Main Street America: Main Street 360 Looking to connect with a rock star law firm? KKOS is only a click away! Are you ready to get certified in EVERY strategy I teach? Start your journey with a FREE 15-minute discovery call to explore the Main Street Tax Pro Certification. Check out our YOUTUBE Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/markjkohler Craving more content? Check out my Instagram!

Oct 15, 2021 • 38min
358: I'm in a Partnership - What to Know
Partnerships can make or break your business, it is invaluable to understand the core principles of partnerships. Some important points covered in this podcast are finding the right partner, how to structure your partnership, and when to form a partnership. To get Jarom Bergeson's Halloween Children'ss book click here: Why do Witches Wear Black?To learn more or listen to prior episodes, visit: https://mainstreetbusiness.com/ Grab my eBook 30 Unique Strategies Every Business Owner Should Know! You don't want to miss this! Secure your tickets for the #1 Event For Small Business Owners On Main Street America: Main Street 360 Looking to connect with a rock star law firm? KKOS is only a click away! Are you ready to get certified in EVERY strategy I teach? Start your journey with a FREE 15-minute discovery call to explore the Main Street Tax Pro Certification. Check out our YOUTUBE Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/markjkohler Craving more content? Check out my Instagram!

Oct 6, 2021 • 49min
357: Should I have a Charitable Remainder Trust - CRT
Check out our other content on CRTs:Video: https://youtu.be/7CMks9_PVqsArticle: https://markjkohler.com/the-power-of-the-charitable-remainder-trust/The Charitable remainder trust can be a game-changing strategy to save hundreds of thousands in taxes. If you want to learn more or listen to prior episodes, visit: https://mainstreetbusiness.com/ Grab my eBook 30 Unique Strategies Every Business Owner Should Know! You don't want to miss this! Secure your tickets for the #1 Event For Small Business Owners On Main Street America: Main Street 360 Looking to connect with a rock star law firm? KKOS is only a click away! Are you ready to get certified in EVERY strategy I teach? Start your journey with a FREE 15-minute discovery call to explore the Main Street Tax Pro Certification. Check out our YOUTUBE Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/markjkohler Craving more content? Check out my Instagram!

Sep 28, 2021 • 59min
356: OPEN FORUM SHOW - Answering Difficult Tax, Legal & Business Questions356:
Join Mark and Mat as they answer difficult tax, legal, and business questions from around the nation. To listen or search for prior episodes, or sign up for their free weekly newsletter, visit: www.mainstreetbusiness.com Grab my eBook 30 Unique Strategies Every Business Owner Should Know! You don't want to miss this! Secure your tickets for the #1 Event For Small Business Owners On Main Street America: Main Street 360 Looking to connect with a rock star law firm? KKOS is only a click away! Are you ready to get certified in EVERY strategy I teach? Start your journey with a FREE 15-minute discovery call to explore the Main Street Tax Pro Certification. Check out our YOUTUBE Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/markjkohler Craving more content? Check out my Instagram!

Sep 17, 2021 • 46min
355: Joe Biden's Tax Bill - How it Affects You
To get in contact with your state representative visit: https://www.senate.gov/senators/senators-contact.htmThis Proposed Tax Bill is HUGE and has tons of implications that will affect business owners and everyday Americans. Be sure to tune into this week's podcast to learn about a few of what Mark and Mat feel are the most important proposals. We want to invite everyone to contact their state representatives to ensure that they are aware of the implications if this bill passes!To learn more or to listen to prior episodes, visit: https://mainstreetbusiness.com/ Grab my eBook 30 Unique Strategies Every Business Owner Should Know! You don't want to miss this! Secure your tickets for the #1 Event For Small Business Owners On Main Street America: Main Street 360 Looking to connect with a rock star law firm? KKOS is only a click away! Are you ready to get certified in EVERY strategy I teach? Start your journey with a FREE 15-minute discovery call to explore the Main Street Tax Pro Certification. Check out our YOUTUBE Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/markjkohler Craving more content? Check out my Instagram!

Sep 13, 2021 • 48min
354: 9 Mistakes to Avoid With Your LLC
What are you doing! Before you form your LLC you must watch this! So many people make mistakes or simply don't set themselves up correctly to make sure they are protected! Watch and listen to this week's Main Street Business Episode Mark and Mat discuss the 9 ways people make mistakes when forming their LLC. To learn more or listen to previous episodes visit: https://mainstreetbusiness.com/ Grab my eBook 30 Unique Strategies Every Business Owner Should Know! You don't want to miss this! Secure your tickets for the #1 Event For Small Business Owners On Main Street America: Main Street 360 Looking to connect with a rock star law firm? KKOS is only a click away! Are you ready to get certified in EVERY strategy I teach? Start your journey with a FREE 15-minute discovery call to explore the Main Street Tax Pro Certification. Check out our YOUTUBE Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/markjkohler Craving more content? Check out my Instagram!

Sep 2, 2021 • 46min
353: The Eviction Moratorium Ruled Unconstitutional - What Landlords Need to Know
Mat and Mark break down everything landlords should know now that the eviction moratorium is lifted. They cover some powerful points including the idea that, just because landlords can evict, doesn't mean they should. To learn more or listen to prior episodes, visit: https://mainstreetbusiness.com/ Grab my eBook 30 Unique Strategies Every Business Owner Should Know! You don't want to miss this! Secure your tickets for the #1 Event For Small Business Owners On Main Street America: Main Street 360 Looking to connect with a rock star law firm? KKOS is only a click away! Are you ready to get certified in EVERY strategy I teach? Start your journey with a FREE 15-minute discovery call to explore the Main Street Tax Pro Certification. Check out our YOUTUBE Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/markjkohler Craving more content? Check out my Instagram!

Aug 26, 2021 • 53min
352: Home Office and Auto Write-Off
Mat and Mark get back to the basics covering two of the most invaluable tax strategies that are frequently left on the table. They also cover how having a "home office" can be a great strategy when combined with the auto write-off. Don't miss this episode that has HUGE strategies to save you THOUSANDS. To learn more, visit: https://mainstreetbusiness.com/ Grab my eBook 30 Unique Strategies Every Business Owner Should Know! You don't want to miss this! Secure your tickets for the #1 Event For Small Business Owners On Main Street America: Main Street 360 Looking to connect with a rock star law firm? KKOS is only a click away! Are you ready to get certified in EVERY strategy I teach? Start your journey with a FREE 15-minute discovery call to explore the Main Street Tax Pro Certification. Check out our YOUTUBE Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/markjkohler Craving more content? Check out my Instagram!


