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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 properties, and the mindset that helped him rebuild an even bigger portfolio through multifamily investing. This conversation breaks down hard-earned lessons from...

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 scaling the right way. They walk through the key reasons you may need separate entities, including liability protection, partnerships, exit strategies, reg...

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 it before it’s too late. From homestead exemptions to equity stripping, this is essential knowledge every homeowner and investor needs to understand. We dive...

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 real estate tax strategies and smart ways to grow your business, this episode breaks down complex financial topics into practical advice you can actually u...

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 will dramatically reduce their taxes. The reality may surprise you. Using real examples, they explain how depreciation, cost segregation, and passive losses ac...

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 personal information of LLC owners. If you’re transferring property to an LLC, buying with cash, or using creative financing without a bank involved, this...

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 can build a rental real estate business that generates consistent cash flow — without doing all the work themselves. Dustin shares how getting laid off push...

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 bracket in retirement” argument doesn’t always hold up in the real world. They walk through the math, the mindset, and the long-term strategy behind both opt...

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. • rates rising and bridge debt resets driving distress in capital stacks • absorption trends in Phoenix versus oversupply in Austin and Dallas • why coastal mar...

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, asset protection myths, and retirement planning mistakes that business owners and investors face every day. From selling million-dollar collectibles and avoidi...

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 rental real estate, asset protection myths, HSAs, and retirement account strategies, this episode cuts through bad advice and explains what actually works und...

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 that actually works in 2026 and beyond. You’ll learn how to think long-term without burning out short-term, why writing your plan down is non-negotiable, and h...

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. Kohler and Mat Sorensen walk through the real math behind deductions, bonus depreciation, basis, and business-use percentages so you don’t fall into the traps...

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 Business Podcast, Mat Sorensen and Mark J. Kohler break down powerful, little-known 401(k) and Roth strategies that most employees and small business owners...

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 event so it becomes a fully deductible business expense. From the IRS rules under Section 274 to real examples of what qualifies, you’ll learn how to turn fo...

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 you can still make before December 31 to save thousands on taxes and set yourself up for long-term financial success. From retroactive S-corp elections to HS...