Main Street Business
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.
Episodes
632 episodes
# 621 Auto Mileage V. Actual Expense: Who wins?
Did you deduct actual expenses or use the standard mileage rate for your vehicle? More importantly, was that the best choice for your situation? Book a comprehensive tax and business consultation with Mark and Mats firm KKOS Lawyers to ensure y...
#619 The Difference Between LLCs and S-Corps for Real Estate Investors
Get your entity structured the right way. Schedule a review to maximize your tax benefits and strengthen your asset protection. Book an Entity Structure consultation with Mark and Mats Attorneys at KKOS Lawyers.
#618 What to do if you can’t pay your taxes
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#617 The Trust is the Missing Link to your Trifecta
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#616 The Big Short & Rod Khleif's Story: How to Rebound
What would you do if you lost $50 million and thousands of properties overnight? In this powerful episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, real estate investor Rod Khleif shares his raw story of the 2008 crash, how he lost over 2,000 proper...
#615 Why One LLC Isn’t Enough for Most Entrepreneurs
How many business entities do you actually need as an entrepreneur? In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen break down the real strategy behind structuring multiple businesses, protecting assets, and...
#614 How Lawsuits Can Take Away Your Home (And How to Stop It!)
If you got sued tomorrow, could you lose your home? In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen break down the real risks to your home equity — and the smart strategies you can use right now to protect i...
#613 Open Forum — Kids’ Trump Accounts, Real Estate Taxes, and Growing Your Business
In this Open Forum episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen answer real questions from business owners about taxes, investing, and scaling a successful company. From the brand-new “Trump accounts” for kids to...
#612 Bonus Depreciation Explained: The Tax Strategy Everyone Gets Wrong
Are the tax benefits of bonus depreciation and real estate investing really as powerful as they’re advertised? In this episode, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen break down the truth behind the popular tax strategy that many investors believe wil...
#611 Real Estate Privacy Under Fire: FinCEN’s New Reporting Rule Explained
Privacy is under attack again — and real estate investors need to pay attention. A new federal rule tied to FinCEN and the Corporate Transparency Act now requires certain residential real estate transfers to file a Real Estate Report disclosing...
#610 Earn Passive Income Through Rental Real Estate Investing (feat. Dustin Heiner)
What if you could build real passive income from rental properties without becoming a landlord glued to your phone? In this episode, Mark J. Kohler interviews real estate investor and educator Dustin Heiner to break down how beginner investors ...
#609 Should You Contribute to Your Traditional IRA, or Go Roth Instead?
Should you take the tax deduction today… or build tax-free wealth for tomorrow? In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen break down the Roth vs. Traditional IRA debate and explain why the “lower tax b...
#608 Contrarian Real Estate investing in 2026 with Jamison Manwaring
We challenge the fear cycle around real estate and show why disciplined contrarian buying can work in 2026. We walk through real multifamily distress, market absorption, and why basis and debt terms now matter more than flashy rent growth.<...
#607 Open Forum — Tax Expert Answers Your Most Difficult Tax & Legal Questions!
Are you making smart tax and legal decisions, or leaving money on the table without realizing it? In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler tackles your toughest questions and breaks down real-world tax strategies, ass...
#606 Open Forum - Tax Strategies for Small Businesses in 2026
In this Open Forum episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen tackle real-world tax, legal, and business questions straight from small business owners and investors. From S corporations and QBI deductions to re...
#605 The 8-Step Strategic Plan Every Entrepreneur Needs for 2026
Most entrepreneurs set goals every year… and most of them fail to follow through. In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen break down their proven, real-world process for building a strategic plan tha...
#604 Year-End Equipment Purchases — When They Save Taxes (And When They Don't!)
Buying a new truck or piece of equipment before December 31 can feel like the ultimate year-end tax hack, but this episode breaks down why that decision can either save you thousands or create a painful tax bill you never saw coming. Mark J. Ko...
#603 3 Year-End Retirement Account Deadlines You're Not Thinking About
These three retirement deadlines before December 31, 2025, could literally double your money overnight, unlock up to $70,000 of Roth contributions, and turn your accounts into a tax-free ATM for your future! In this episode of the Main Street B...
#602 How to Write Off a Holiday Party for Your Business
Are you missing out on one of the easiest 100 percent deductions available to business owners? In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen break down exactly how to structure a holiday party or company e...
#601 Top 20 Year-End Tax Strategies Everyone Should Know!
Are you missing out on some of the most powerful year-end tax strategies available to small business owners and entrepreneurs? In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen break down 20 actionable moves y...
#600 Protecting Your Business in Divorce - Asset Protection When a Marriage Ends
conversation with bestselling author and negotiation expert Rebecca Zung and attorney Mark J. Kohler. We break down what to do first, what to avoid, and how to protect your future — without playing dirty.You’ll learn the five main areas ...
#599 Top 10 Due Diligence List: How Smart Investors Protect Their Money
Recorded live at the Alt Asset Summit in Phoenix, this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast brings you a high-energy, audience-fueled breakdown of the Top 10 Due Diligence Must-Dos Before You Put Money Anywhere.Join ...
#598 Hold Your Family Board Meeting by Year-End!
In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen break down why every small business owner should hold their annual Family Board Meeting before the end of the year. This powerful meeting isn’t just a formalit...
#597 Smart Strategies to Pay Yourself and Save Thousands
Are you structuring your business the right way — or making costly mistakes that could be draining your profits? In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mat Sorensen and Mark J. Kohler team up to answer your questions on taxes, leg...