Main Street Business

By 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, a

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September 05, 2025#592 The 10 Biggest LLC Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them!)
Why risk your business and hard-earned money with the wrong setup when you could be protecting yourself and saving on taxes? In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen break down the critical steps every small business owner and new LLC owner must take to avoid costly mistakes. From choosing the right entity structure to understanding tax advantages, they reveal the insider strategies that keep more money in your pocket and safeguard your future.

Discover how to set up your LLC the right way, when an S Corp might make sense, and how to keep your business compliant without overspending on fees. Learn practical legal and tax moves that help you reduce liability, maximize deductions, and protect your assets — so you can focus on growing your business with confidence.

If you’re serious about building a strong foundation for your company, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss! Subscribe for more real-world strategies from Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen, and get expert support for your business today through KKOS Lawyers and Main Street Business Services.
You’ll learn:
Why setting up your LLC in the wrong state (like Nevada, Delaware, or Wyoming) can cost you extra fees and headaches — and where you really should file
How to avoid exposing your home address by properly using a registered agent and company address
The critical documents every LLC needs beyond the one-page state filing, including an operating agreement, membership certificates, and minutes
Why your LLC must have its own bank account, tax ID, and records to be treated as a separate legal entity
How the right tax election (like electing S Corp status) can save business owners thousands in self-employment taxes each year
The importance of annual compliance — renewals, meetings, and minutes — and why outsourcing this can save time, stress, and penalties
Real-world “cleanup” strategies for fixing LLCs that were set up wrong or neglected, so you can get back on track
Get a comprehensive tax consultation with one of our Main Street tax lawyers that can build a tax strategy plan with an affordable consultation that will leave you speechless!!
Here’s the link - https://kkoslawyers.com/services/comprehensive-bus-tax-consult/?utm_source=buzzsprout&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=10-LLC-mistakes
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Free Resources
Mat Sorensen’s Optimal Order of Investing Guide
Learn how to prioritize where your money should go and build a smarter investing strategy.
[Download the Free Guide]
Mark J. Kohler’s 30-Point Tax Guide
Discover practical tax strategies and planning opportunities every business owner and investor should know.
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27min
August 22, 2025#591 Benefits of a Privacy Address
Your name and home address are everywhere — and that’s a problem! In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen break down practical, legal ways to keep your personal info off public records while still running your business and owning assets the right way. You’ll learn why manager-managed LLCs beat member-managed, how to use registered agents and privacy addresses, what PO boxes can and can’t do, and when a Wyoming holding LLC (or similar) adds a layer of anonymity.
We also cover the six states that require an in‑state street “ghost” address, the difference between privacy (camouflage) and asset protection (bulletproof vest), and real-world scenarios for landlords, investors, and anyone with growing visibility. If you’ve ever worried about tenants, stalkers, or just unwanted mail at your front door, this step-by-step playbook will help you tighten things up without breaking the bank.
Subscribe for weekly tax, legal, and business strategies. Like the episode if it helped, drop your questions in the comments, and share it with a friend who needs more privacy!
You’ll learn:
Why manager-managed LLCs are better for privacy than member-managed LLCs
How to use registered agents and privacy address services to keep your home off public records
When a Wyoming holding LLC (or similar) can create a layer of anonymity for property ownership
The six states that require an in-state street “ghost” address and how to handle them
The pros and cons of PO boxes, virtual mailboxes, and privacy address services
The difference between privacy (camouflage) and asset protection (bulletproof vest)
Real-world strategies landlords, investors, and business owners use to protect their address and identity
Get a comprehensive tax consultation with one of our Main Street tax lawyers that can build a tax strategy plan with an affordable consultation that will leave you speechless!!
Here’s the link - https://kkoslawyers.com/services/comprehensive-bus-tax-consult/?utm_source=buzzsprout&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=SALT_Deduction
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Work With Mat & Mark’s Law Firm
Get strategic legal guidance for your business, taxes, asset protection, and estate planning with KKOS Lawyers.
[Book a Call with KKOS Lawyers]
Take Control of Your Retirement
Want to invest your IRA or 401(k) in assets you actually understand? Check out our self-directed trust company Directed IRA.
[Learn More About Directed IRA]
Free Resources
Mat Sorensen’s Optimal Order of Investing Guide
Learn how to prioritize where your money should go and build a smarter investing strategy.
[Download the Free Guide]
Mark J. Kohler’s 30-Point Tax Guide
Discover practical tax strategies and planning opportunities every business owner and investor should know.
[Download the Free Guide]
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27min
August 15, 2025#590 Be Your Own Landlord: 3 Unique Strategies
Why make someone else rich when you could be paying yourself? In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen reveal three powerful real estate strategies that allow business owners to become their own landlord, create cash flow, and protect family wealth. From renting your own building to your business, to buying your kid’s college home, to purchasing your parents’ house for asset protection and tax benefits, these proven methods could transform your financial future.
Discover how to structure these deals for maximum tax savings, including cost segregation, bonus depreciation, the Dash 4 election, and creative financing options. Learn the practical and emotional benefits of these moves — from building equity and cash flow to teaching your kids valuable real estate skills, and safeguarding your parents’ independence while protecting their biggest asset.
If you’re ready to stop paying rent to someone else and start building wealth for your own family, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss. Subscribe for more real-world strategies from Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen, and take control of your financial destiny today!
You’ll learn:
How renting your own commercial building to your business can build equity and slash taxes
The steps to buy your child’s college home and turn rent into cash flow
Ways to purchase your parents’ home for asset protection, Medicaid planning, and tax benefits
How to use strategies like cost segregation, bonus depreciation, and the Dash 4 election to maximize deductions
Creative financing options for owning commercial space, including commercial condo units
How to leverage 1031 exchanges to defer taxes and reinvest in new properties
The personal and educational benefits of involving your kids in real estate management
Get a comprehensive tax consultation with one of our Main Street tax lawyers that can build a tax strategy plan with an affordable consultation that will leave you speechless!!
Here’s the link - https://kkoslawyers.com/services/comprehensive-bus-tax-consult/?utm_source=buzzsprout&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=SALT_Deduction
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Work With Mat & Mark’s Law Firm
Get strategic legal guidance for your business, taxes, asset protection, and estate planning with KKOS Lawyers.
[Book a Call with KKOS Lawyers]
Take Control of Your Retirement
Want to invest your IRA or 401(k) in assets you actually understand? Check out our self-directed trust company Directed IRA.
[Learn More About Directed IRA]
Free Resources
Mat Sorensen’s Optimal Order of Investing Guide
Learn how to prioritize where your money should go and build a smarter investing strategy.
[Download the Free Guide]
Mark J. Kohler’s 30-Point Tax Guide
Discover practical tax strategies and planning opportunities every business owner and investor should know.
[Download the Free Guide]
Get More From Mat & Mark
Watch on YouTube
Tax strategies, business planning, investing, asset protection, and more.
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34min
August 08, 2025#589 The SALT Workaround After the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB)
Join Mark and Mat as they discuss the powerful SALT workaround in 36 states. You can have unlimited deductions for state taxes for this workaround strategy and exceed the $40,000 with the workaround.
You’ll learn:
The 3 steps to see if you qualify for the SALT workaround
The 3 steps to implement it before year-end
How to navigate state-specific deadlines and forms
Why acting in 2025 is critical for 2025 tax savings
Get a comprehensive tax consultation with one of our mains street tax lawyers that can build a tax strategy plan with an affordable consultation that will leave you speechless!!
Here’s the link - https://kkoslawyers.com/services/comprehensive-bus-tax-consult/?utm_source=buzzsprout&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=SALT_Deduction
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Work With Mat & Mark’s Law Firm
Get strategic legal guidance for your business, taxes, asset protection, and estate planning with KKOS Lawyers.
[Book a Call with KKOS Lawyers]
Take Control of Your Retirement
Want to invest your IRA or 401(k) in assets you actually understand? Check out our self-directed trust company Directed IRA.
[Learn More About Directed IRA]
Free Resources
Mat Sorensen’s Optimal Order of Investing Guide
Learn how to prioritize where your money should go and build a smarter investing strategy.
[Download the Free Guide]
Mark J. Kohler’s 30-Point Tax Guide
Discover practical tax strategies and planning opportunities every business owner and investor should know.
[Download the Free Guide]
Get More From Mat & Mark
Watch on YouTube
Tax strategies, business planning, investing, asset protection, and more.
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31min
July 22, 2025#588 Tax Strategy Q&A: Mega Backdoor Roth, RV Write-Offs, and LLC Mistakes
Mark Kohler and Mat Sorensen are back for another Open Forum episode of the Main Street Business Podcast — answering real tax, legal, and wealth-building questions from listeners across the country.
In this episode, they cover advanced strategies and insider tips for:
The Mega Backdoor Roth: How it works and who can use it
Maximizing vehicle deductions and depreciation the smart way
Fixing a broken S-Corp partnership structure
LLCs vs. business trusts in California
Solo 401(k) contribution strategies to hit the $70K cap
Combining multiple accounts in a Multi-Member IRA LLC
RV write-offs: What full-time RV entrepreneurs can (and can’t) deduct
Whether you're a business owner, investor, or just want to stop overpaying the IRS — this episode is packed with strategies and answers that could save you thousands.

Ready to Take the Next Step?
Work With Mat & Mark’s Law Firm
Get strategic legal guidance for your business, taxes, asset protection, and estate planning with KKOS Lawyers.
[Book a Call with KKOS Lawyers]
Take Control of Your Retirement
Want to invest your IRA or 401(k) in assets you actually understand? Check out our self-directed trust company Directed IRA.
[Learn More About Directed IRA]
Free Resources
Mat Sorensen’s Optimal Order of Investing Guide
Learn how to prioritize where your money should go and build a smarter investing strategy.
[Download the Free Guide]
Mark J. Kohler’s 30-Point Tax Guide
Discover practical tax strategies and planning opportunities every business owner and investor should know.
[Download the Free Guide]
Get More From Mat & Mark
Watch on YouTube
Tax strategies, business planning, investing, asset protection, and more.
[Visit the YouTube Channel...
...more
42min
July 15, 2025#587 Trump Signs The Big Beautiful Bill: What This Means for Tax Planning
President Trump just signed the Big Beautiful Bill into law — and it’s packed with tax breaks for small business owners, real estate investors, and everyday entrepreneurs. In this episode, tax attorney Mark J. Kohler and attorney Mat Sorensen break down the most useful strategies you can implement right now to save big.

Here’s what you’ll learn:
How to leverage 100% bonus depreciation for real estate, vehicles, and business equipment
Why the QBI (199A) deduction is now a permanent win for small business owners
How to tap into Opportunity Zones for tax-free investing
The truth about the new $40K SALT cap — and the workaround that still works in 36 states
Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or just want to pay less in taxes — this episode is your playbook.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Work With Mat & Mark’s Law Firm
Get strategic legal guidance for your business, taxes, asset protection, and estate planning with KKOS Lawyers.
[Book a Call with KKOS Lawyers]
Take Control of Your Retirement
Want to invest your IRA or 401(k) in assets you actually understand? Check out our self-directed trust company Directed IRA.
[Learn More About Directed IRA]
Free Resources
Mat Sorensen’s Optimal Order of Investing Guide
Learn how to prioritize where your money should go and build a smarter investing strategy.
[Download the Free Guide]
Mark J. Kohler’s 30-Point Tax Guide
Discover practical tax strategies and planning opportunities every business owner and investor should know.
[Download the Free Guide]
Get More From Mat & Mark
Watch on YouTube
Tax strategies, business planning, investing, asset protection, and more.
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33min
July 08, 2025#586 When Should I Register My LLC in a Different State?
Mark J Kohler and Mat Sorensen dive deep into the world of LLC registration, revealing must-know strategies for small business owners and real estate investors. Learn how to:
Properly register your business across state lines
Protect your assets with the right LLC structure
Avoid expensive penalties and legal pitfalls
Maximize tax benefits for multi-state operations
Whether you're a rental property owner, remote business operator, or entrepreneur looking to expand, this episode is your ultimate guide to navigating complex LLC regulations. Don't make expensive mistakes - watch now and save thousands!
Setup a call with a lawyer at KKOS Lawyers from anywhere in the country that can help you with your legal structuring - https://kkoslawyers.com/contact-us/
Get in compliance with your current entity and get your minutes and state registration complete - https://www.mainstreetbusiness.com/contact
Get my newsletter and sign up for my weekly updates here - https://mainstreetpros.com/lp/tax-strategies-ebook

Ready to Take the Next Step?
Work With Mat & Mark’s Law Firm
Get strategic legal guidance for your business, taxes, asset protection, and estate planning with KKOS Lawyers.
[Book a Call with KKOS Lawyers]
Take Control of Your Retirement
Want to invest your IRA or 401(k) in assets you actually understand? Check out our self-directed trust company Directed IRA.
[Learn More About Directed IRA]
Free Resources
Mat Sorensen’s Optimal Order of Investing Guide
Learn how to prioritize where your money should go and build a smarter investing strategy.
[Download the Free Guide]
Mark J. Kohler’s 30-Point Tax Guide
Discover practical tax strategies and planning opportunities every business owner and investor should know.
[Download the Free Guide]
Get More From Mat & Mark
Watch on YouTube
Tax strategies, business planning, investing, asset protection, and more.
[Visit the YouTube Channel...
...more
30min
July 05, 2025 #585 New Tax Bill Signed Into Law By President Trump - What’s In and What's Out?
To get a comprehensive tax and legal plan get to my law firm KKOS Lawyers: https://kkoslawyers.com
In this special episode, Mat Sorensen breaks down President Trump’s newly signed tax legislation, known as the “Big Beautiful Bill," and what it means for your personal and business taxes. With sweeping changes taking effect in 2025, Mat outlines the most impactful provisions for individuals, small business owners, and real estate investors.
0:00 - Introduction to The Big Beautiful Bill
5:14 - Individual Tax Breaks Explained
9:19 - State and Local Tax Deductions
15:34 - Senior, Tips, and Overtime Benefits
18:42 - Small Business Owner Benefits
19:39 - Next Steps and Bill Timeline
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Work With Mat & Mark’s Law Firm
Get strategic legal guidance for your business, taxes, asset protection, and estate planning with KKOS Lawyers.
[Book a Call with KKOS Lawyers]
Take Control of Your Retirement
Want to invest your IRA or 401(k) in assets you actually understand? Check out our self-directed trust company Directed IRA.
[Learn More About Directed IRA]
Free Resources
Mat Sorensen’s Optimal Order of Investing Guide
Learn how to prioritize where your money should go and build a smarter investing strategy.
[Download the Free Guide]
Mark J. Kohler’s 30-Point Tax Guide
Discover practical tax strategies and planning opportunities every business owner and investor should know.
[Download the Free Guide]
Get More From Mat & Mark
Watch on YouTube
Tax strategies, business planning, investing, asset protection, and more.
[Visit the YouTube Channel...
...more
24min
July 03, 2025 #584 The Best Real Estate Opportunity in a Decade — Featuring Chris Loeffler from Caliber
In this insightful episode, Mat Sorensen sits down with Chris Loeffler, CEO of Caliber, to dissect the current state of the real estate market and why commercial real estate is presenting one of the best buying opportunities in over a decade. With over $2.9 billion in assets under management and development, Chris breaks down the macroeconomic and local market conditions creating value in distressed assets—especially in hotels, industrial, and multifamily sectors.
They explore how real estate investors can reposition capital, the shift from the traditional 60/40 portfolio, and how individual investors—accredited or not—can participate in today’s unique opportunities through direct deals or diversified funds. This is a must-listen for anyone managing a real estate portfolio, considering Opportunity Zones, or exploring how to use self-directed IRAs to tap into alternative investments.
See the market chart Chris refers to at 03:22 — Download the Guide Here
00:00:00 – Welcome to Main Street Business Podcast
Intro to the episode with host Mat Sorensen and guest Chris Loeffler.
00:05:46 – Why Commercial Real Estate Is At 2008 Pricing
Market correction parallels to 2008 and why it's creating a rare buying window.
00:11:44 – Commercial vs Residential: Sell Homes, Buy Commercial
Strategic shift: Why residential might be peaking while commercial offers upside.
00:19:15 – Office Buildings to Multifamily: Deep Discount Conversions
Case study on converting distressed office properties into profitable multifamily.
00:27:42 – Hotel Industry: Supply Shortage, High Demand
Post-COVID hotel trends and why Caliber is building ground-up in key markets.
00:34:08 – Investment Options: Direct Deals vs Fund Structures
How investors can participate—accredited and non-accredited—with flexibility.
00:42:44 – Distressed Asset Opportunities and Strategy
Accessing off-market deals and why experienced operators have the edge.
00:49:03 – Opportunity Zones Becoming Permanent Tax Code
What’s in the new tax bill and how OZs can be a powerful capital gains strategy.
00:52:43 – Final Advice: Value and Cash Flow Focus
Chris’s core investment principle: buy below replacement cost and cash flow strong.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Work With Mat & Mark’s Law Firm
Get strategic legal guidance for your business, taxes, asset protection, and estate planning with KKOS Lawyers.
[Book a Call with KKOS Lawyers]
Take Control of Your Retirement
Want to invest your IRA or 401(k) in assets you actually understand? Check out our self-directed trust company Directed IRA.
[Learn More About Directed IRA]
Free Resources
Mat Sorensen’s Optimal Order of Investing Guide
Learn how to prioritize where your money should go and build a smarter investing strategy.
[Download the Free Guide]
Mark J. Kohler’s 30-Point Tax Guide
Discover practical tax strategies and planning opportunities every business owner and investor should know.
[Download the Free Guide]
Get More From Mat & Mark
Watch on YouTube
Tax strategies, business planning, investing, asset protection, and more.
[Visit the YouTube Channel...
...more
57min
July 01, 2025#583 Strategic Strategies With a Self Directed IRA
Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen reveal game-changing strategies for transforming your retirement accounts from Wall Street limitations to Main Street opportunities. Discover how to legally invest your IRA or 401(k) in high-potential assets beyond traditional stocks and mutual funds.
Maximize Tax-Free Wealth: Learn Roth IRA investment strategies that minimize taxes
Explore Alternative Investments: Real estate, crypto, private businesses, and more
Gain Checkbook Control: Understand IRA LLC structures for flexible investing
Protect Your Assets: Learn how retirement accounts shield your investments
A comprehensive guide for entrepreneurs seeking smarter, more strategic retirement investing
Get the $150 summertime discount and open your IRA to invest in what you know - https://directedira.com/appointment/
Get a consult with a tax lawyer to strategize and build your tax and legal plan - https://kkoslawyers.com/contact-us/
Sign up for Mark’s newsletter and get a free e-book - https://mainstreetpros.com/lp/tax-strategies-ebook
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Work With Mat & Mark’s Law Firm
Get strategic legal guidance for your business, taxes, asset protection, and estate planning with KKOS Lawyers.
[Book a Call with KKOS Lawyers]
Take Control of Your Retirement
Want to invest your IRA or 401(k) in assets you actually understand? Check out our self-directed trust company Directed IRA.
[Learn More About Directed IRA]
Free Resources
Mat Sorensen’s Optimal Order of Investing Guide
Learn how to prioritize where your money should go and build a smarter investing strategy.
[Download the Free Guide]
Mark J. Kohler’s 30-Point Tax Guide
Discover practical tax strategies and planning opportunities every business owner and investor should know.
[Download the Free Guide]
Get More From Mat & Mark
Watch on YouTube
Tax strategies, business planning, investing, asset protection, and more.
[Visit the YouTube Channel...
...more
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