The Main Street Business Podcast hosted by Mark J. Kohler with co-host Mat Sorensen discuss complex tax and legal topics like LLCs, corporations, estate planning, raising capital, and retirement planning in an engaging and charismatic way, making it easy for anyone to understand. Mark J. Kohler has done over +10,000 consultations with clients, is a Senior Partner at KKOS Lawyers and CFO/Board Member of Directed IRA Trust Company with $2B+ in managed assets. He’s a best-selling author of six ...
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In The Business Credit and Financing Show we tackle all types or topics relating to how you can get business credit and financing to start and grow your business. We also discuss marketing and growth strategies with top influencers and industry experts, to help you start and grow a profitable business.
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The Raz Report - Stories of Inspiration Podcast features exclusive interviews about the stock market, entrepreneurship, stock market and life tips.
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Israel Duran: Maximizing Business Growth Through Powerful Speaking Opportunities
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30:20Israel Duran is a passionate business growth partner, speaker, and trainer dedicated to helping purpose-driven leaders discover, design, and deliver their unique gifts to the world. His mission is to empower individuals to build generational wealth by leveraging the power of the internet. With a proven track record of helping entrepreneurs worldwid…
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#582 How Gene Simmons Started as a Small Business Owner and Became #1
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21:37Gene Simmons joins us for an unforgettable masterclass on business, life philosophy, and how KISS built a billion-dollar brand through strategic thinking and trademark protection. • The precious nature of time and why "you will never get this day back" • Why the "get rich slow scheme" is more reliable than get-rich-quick fantasies • How KISS became…
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#581 Breaking News - Senate Tax Bill Text Released
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32:56Breaking News - Senate Tax Bill Text Released. With both the House and Senate versions now on the table, which proposal offers bigger tax cuts? Which one could save you more money? I’m breaking down the differences between the House and Senate proposals and what’s changing and how it will affect you. Intro & Why This Tax Bill Matters 00:00 - 00:02:…
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Sherry Peel Jackson: How to Keep, Protect, and Grow Your Money: Tax Tips and Wealth Building
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31:33Dr. Sherry Peel Jackson is a retired IRS agent, CPA, and Certified Fraud Examiner with over 35 years of experience in tax reduction and wealth building. Through her proprietary KPGSystem, Dr. Jackson has helped over 100,000 individuals and businesses Keep, Protect, and Grow their wealth. As a trusted expert in financial security, Sherry empowers pr…
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#580 The 4 Phases of Business - Don’t Make the Same Mistakes We Did
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40:38In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen walk you through the full business lifecycle—showing you how to start lean, systemize operations, scale smart, and exit on your terms. Get ready for real-world strategies that actually work. Here are some of the highlights: Mark shares his experience in the startup…
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Beau Eckstein: Expert Strategies for Acquiring Franchises and Securing Unique SBA Loans
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34:49Beau Eckstein: Franchise & SBA Loan Expert, Business Ownership Coach, and Investor. With over 26 years of experience in lending, franchising, and business acquisition, Beau Eckstein is a trusted authority in business ownership. He has helped thousands of entrepreneurs secure funding, navigate SBA loans, and find the right franchise or business to o…
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Jonathan Mast: AI Prompting Mastery: Unlocking Efficiency and Growth for Entrepreneurs
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32:02Since 1995, Jonathan Mast has been at the forefront of digital innovation, blending marketing expertise with cutting-edge technology. Over the past two years, he has become a leading authority on AI prompting, helping entrepreneurs and businesses increase profits, save time, and deliver exceptional value through actionable AI strategies. His unique…
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#579 Tax Hacks the Wealthy Use (Attorneys Break it Down)
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54:05In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen take on your toughest tax and business questions in an open forum style. From setting up the right business structure to handling a home office deduction the smart way, they give you the tips you wish your accountant and attorney actually explained. It’s smart, fas…
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Carrie Kerpen: What Steps Can Business Owners Take to Maximize Their Exit Value?
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31:03Carrie Kerpen is the go-to resource for women looking to transform their lifestyle businesses into life-changing assets. Known as The Exit Whisperer, Carrie has guided hundreds of women in scaling their businesses to prepare for successful exits. After scaling and selling her own agency, Likeable Media, she identified The Exit Gap—the disparities i…
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#578 The Complete Guide to Estate Planning
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20:29In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen explain why every adult—single or married, wealthy or not—needs a will and a revocable living trust. Learn the practical steps for setting up your estate plan, naming a trustee, and ensuring your assets stay protected and your wishes are followed. Here are some of …
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Mark J Kohler: MASSIVE Changes with Taxes Under the New Administration… Here’s What to Know
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31:44Mark J. Kohler, a CPA and attorney for small business owners, is a nationally recognized tax and legal expert, best-selling author, and Senior Partner at KKOS Lawyers, where he has spent over 30 years helping small business owners with tax strategy, asset protection, and estate planning. He also serves as CFO and Board Member of Directed IRA Trust …
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Darnyelle Jervey Harmon: Scaling with Purpose: The Path to Seven-Figure Success Through Faith and Strategy
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36:27Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon is the CEO of Incredible One Enterprises, LLC, a multi-million dollar coaching and consulting brand. Known for transforming the lives of her clients, she helps entrepreneurs scale their businesses to seven figures while strengthening their faith. Her expertise spans mindset, marketing, sales, systems, and scaling strateg…
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#577 Which LLC is Right for Your Business
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36:59In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen take a deep dive into the six LLC structures every entrepreneur, investor, and licensed professional should understand. Whether you're starting a business, protecting rental properties, or building wealth with a high-net-worth strategy, this episode breaks down how…
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Sam Primm: Scaling Your Real Estate Portfolio: From First Property to Financial Freedom
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32:39Sam Primm grew up in St. Louis, MO, in a hardworking family with an engineer father and a teacher mother. Following the traditional path, he earned his degree and secured a stable corporate job in his hometown. While the role provided financial stability, its high-pressure demands and long hours highlighted its limitations and drained his energy. D…
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#576 How to Set Up a Family Office Without Being Ultra-Rich
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16:23In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler shows how simple board meetings and a strategic plan can supercharge your finances. He explains how to turn ordinary family gatherings into legitimate, tax-deductible business meetings that strengthen your entity structure. Get inspired to organize your goals, sharpen your decision…
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#575 How to Turn NIL Deals Into Long-Term Wealth
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31:21In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Max Merritt reveal how NIL athletes can turn short-term earnings into long-term wealth. From forming an LLC to electing S corp status and leveraging mega Roth strategies, they lay out the playbook every young athlete—and their advisors—should follow. Here are some of the highli…
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Andrew Gazdecki: The Startup Exit Playbook: How to Prepare for a Successful Acquisition
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29:06Andrew Gazdecki is a seasoned entrepreneur, 4x founder, and the CEO of Acquire.com, a platform transforming the startup acquisition process. With a passion for building businesses, he has successfully founded and exited multiple companies, including Bizness Apps, which he scaled to $10M ARR before its acquisition, and Altcoin.io. Through Acquire.co…
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Sabir Semerkant: How to Achieve Predictable Growth and Maximize Your E-Commerce Profits
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29:18Sabir Semerkant is an eCommerce expert, growth strategist, and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience generating over $1 billion in revenue. Recognized and endorsed by industry leaders such as Gary Vee, Neil Patel, and Matt Higgins of Shark Tank, Sabir has been a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies, guided startups to scale, and helped …
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#574 Stock Market Falls - 3 Strategies to Take Advantage and Build Wealth
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8:00In this video, I break down 3 strategies to help you navigate a market downturn: 1) The market always comes back – History shows us time and time again that corrections are normal and the market recovers. The key is staying invested. 2) Tax loss harvesting – This is a powerful tool to offset gains and reduce your tax bill. I’ll show you how to do i…
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Eric Lloyd: Essential Strategies for Building Entrepreneurial Wealth
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32:18Eric Lloyd is a seasoned entrepreneur and trainer with a diverse background in various industries. Beginning his entrepreneurial journey at the age of 16, Eric made significant strides in commercial real estate by 21. His ventures have spanned landscaping, commercial cleaning, and real estate-based firms, showcasing his ability to create effective …
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#573 How to Exit Your Business The RIGHT Way w/ Chris Van Dusen
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30:15In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler welcomes Chris Van Dusen to unpack the biggest mistakes business owners make when trying to sell—and how to avoid them. From cleaning up your books to understanding your true enterprise value, this is your roadmap to a smarter exit. Here are some of the highlights: Mark and Chris e…
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#572 LLC Masterclass: Everything Every Business Owner Should Know!
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35:47In this episode of the Mainstreet Business podcast, host Mat Sorensen kicks off the LLC Masterclass series with the questions every entrepreneur, investor, and side hustler needs answered: Do you actually need an LLC? How do you set one up the right way? What about paying yourself? How many LLCs should you have? And which state should you form it i…
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Nate Woodbury: Mastering YouTube Growth: Organic Strategies to Stand Out and Convert
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35:14Nate Woodbury is a YouTube Producer specializing in helping business owners, coaches, and course creators generate leads, clients, and revenue through YouTube. With a portfolio of over 50 channels, he has helped several YouTube channels generate seven figures monthly from organic leads. Unlike traditional viral-focused strategies, Nate teaches a ta…
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#571 How to Raise Money For Your Real Estate Deals w/ Hunter Thompson
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43:55In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler welcomes real estate investor Hunter Thompson to uncover how to raise capital legally and effectively in today’s skeptical, high-interest market. From 506(c) strategies to scaling with the fund-of-funds model, this is a must-listen for serious investors. Here are some of the highli…
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Anya Cheng: The Intersection of Technology and Business Growth: Lessons from a Visionary Entrepreneur
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31:40Anya Cheng is an accomplished and award-winning Product Head with extensive experience in leading product initiatives for top technology, eCommerce, food-delivery, and retail organizations. As the Founder and CEO of Taelor, Anya specializes in creating product vision, strategy, and roadmaps while building and managing high-performing teams. Her exp…
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#570 Should I Be Afraid to File a Tax Extension (Listen before April 15)
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1:07:30In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen show how a tax extension can reduce stress, cut audit risk, and buy you time for smart tax moves. Get the facts on key deadlines, solo 401(k)s, and what to do now if you’re behind. Here are some of the highlights: Mark emphasizes that filing an extension gives time…
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Jeremy Jenson: How to Hire the Right Employees to Rapidly Grow Your Company
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33:01Jeremy Jenson is the visionary Founder and CEO of Encore Search Partners, Houston’s largest privately-held executive search firm. A recognized expert in The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), Jeremy built Encore on a foundation of seven Core Values: Excellence, Resilience, Gratitude, Professionalism, Coachable, Meticulous, and Competitive. The…
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Justin Colby: The Ultimate Guide to Flipping and Wholesaling Real Estate
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27:30Justin Colby is the founder of The Science of Flipping Podcast and The Science of Flipping Coaching Program. After investing in real estate for over 17 years and almost 3000 deals done, Justin has created a business that generates 7 figures in active income through wholesaling and fix and flipping as well as accumulating millions of dollars of rent…
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#569 Tax Lawyer QnA: Strategies The Rich Use to Avoid Paying Taxes
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50:48In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen dive into listener questions about tax and business planning. From maximizing deductions on rental properties to creative financing strategies for commercial real estate and smart ways to restructure an LLC, they address the biggest tax and business concerns entrep…
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Zach Lemaster: Mastering Real Estate Investing: Tips, Strategies, and Success Stories
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29:11Zach Leemaster is the founder & CEO of Rent To Retirement, the nation's leading turnkey investment company. Zach is a seasoned real estate investor and licensed broker that has accumulated a large portfolio of rental properties across multiple markets including single family, multifamily, commercial and new construction. Zach is a licensed Optometr…
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#568 Asset Protection and Privacy: Reality or Illusion?
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41:06In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen give you the blueprint for bulletproof asset protection. From LLCs to trusts to holding companies, find out the smart, cost-effective strategies that work without the extra fluff. Here are some of the highlights: Mark & Mat break down the biggest asset protection s…
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Tim Draper’s Boldest Bitcoin Prediction Yet
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51:50Jason Raznick interviews legendary investor Tim Draper—one of the earliest backers of Tesla, SpaceX, Hotmail, and Bitcoin—in a powerful conversation about the future of money, investing, and how smart investors are positioning themselves right now. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-raz-report/donations Advertising Inquiries: https…
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BOI Reporting Fines Canceled for U.S. Citizens & Businesses! Big news for U.S. business owners! The Treasury Department has announced that U.S. citizens and domestic businesses will not face fines or penalties for failing to file Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reports after new deadlines are set. Last week, FinCEN confirmed that updated BOI…
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Joe McCall: The Secrets to Mastering Wholesaling and Flipping Land
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40:08Joe McCall is a seasoned real estate investor, creative financing consultant, and expert in outsourcing and marketing. With years of hands-on experience, Joe has established himself as a trusted authority in the real estate investing space. He is the host of the Real Estate Investing Mastery Podcast, where he shares valuable insights and actionable…
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