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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Jul 15, 2021 • 1h 23min
347: Writing a Book - A Good Business Move?
Mark Kohler and Mat Sorensen have two special guests on this episode. They cover all of the facets of writing a book and how it can be a beneficial business move. They cover many of the struggles that come with writing a book as well as the significant rewards, both financially and emotionally. To get Jarom Bergeson's book click here: Why do Witches Wear Black? To get Kyle Mortensen's book click here: Mists of IgaTo learn more about the Main Street Business podcast, or get Mark or Mat's books 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!
Jul 9, 2021 • 38min
346: 3 Ways to Save Taxes As the Billionaires Do
Mark and Mat cover the three main concepts that billionaires Jeff Bezos, Donald Trump, and Peter Theil use to save taxes and grow their wealth. They emphasize that although these concepts are used by billionaires, they are just as applicable AND accessible to the everyday American. Everyone hoping to build wealth NEEDS to understand these concepts and how they can be applied in their life and business. Learn more and listen to prior episodes at 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!
Jul 6, 2021 • 1h 3min
345: 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!
Jun 28, 2021 • 56min
344: Tax and Legal News: Bezos, Spears, Musk, Thiel
Mark and Mat cover some of the biggest topics in today's news cycle concerning tax and legal news. They break down the truth behind what percentage of taxes Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk are actually paying. They cover all of the facts about Brittney Spears' current predicament and strategies to avoid a similar situation. Lastly, they cover some interesting facts about taxpayers in the United States. 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!
Jun 16, 2021 • 47min
343: President Biden's Proposed Tax Plan Breakdown
Mark and Mat cover the ins and outs of President Biden's tax plan proposals. They break down some strategies to prepare for potential upcoming changes. Whether you are a high or low-income earner, be sure to catch this episode and begin preparing strategies that will work best for you and your financial goals. 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!
Jun 10, 2021 • 60min
342: 1031 Exchange - Tips and Strategies to Save You Thousands
In this episode of Main Street Business, Mat and Mark cover some powerful strategies to help anyone who owns real estate. They cover the pros and cons of the 1031 exchange, a tax code that allows real estate investors to defer their taxes from a sale of a property to reinvest into a new property. They even cover strategies for those wanting to take advantage of this with their personal residence. To learn more, visit 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!
Jun 3, 2021 • 1h 4min
341: 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!
May 27, 2021 • 1h 2min
340: 10 Reasons Why the Trifecta Should be Used in Your Business
Mark and Mat break down the "Trifecta". A term coined by Mark Kohler himself to describe the perfect legal structure. The Trifecta is a rule book to help business owners organize their operational and passive income in coordination with their trust. EVERY business owner or American who is hoping to build wealth and live the American dream needs to understand the principles of the trifecta. For a limited time only get $300 OFF your estate plan set-up at: https://kkoslawyers.com/estate-planning-special-2021/To search for prior episodes or 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!
May 20, 2021 • 1h 30min
339: Writing Your Will - Step by Step Tutorial!
In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark and Mat go step by step through the process of writing a last will and testament. At the end of this episode, you will have your very own, legitimate will! Please keep in mind, the will we help you write is a very simple will to help you cover the essentials. If you have a large or complex estate, you will want to seek additional legal counsel. If you are wanting more than just a will, click the link below to get $300 OFF your estate plan set up at KKOS Lawyers!https://kkoslawyers.com/estate-planning-special-2021/To listen or search for 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!
May 13, 2021 • 49min
338: Emotional Support Animals: Write-offs, Landlords & Qualifying
Join Mark and Mat, with special guest Dr. Clay Prince, an MD family practitioner, as they discuss the ESA and how to qualify, and what Landlords need to keep in mind when dealing with tenants that have an ESA. But most importantly, can they be a tax-write-off!! Link to "How Landlords can deal with ESAs" https://rentprep.com/podcast/170-esa-trouble-jaime-cain/Link to Article: "Is my Pet a Write-off?" https://markjkohler.com/is-my-pet-a-tax-write-off/Thanks! Sign up for our weekly Newsletter and more info 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!
