Mark J Kohler and Mat Sorensen

Main Street Business

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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 mak...

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Mark J Kohler and Mat Sorensen

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Business

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markjkohler.com

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

103: Build on What You Know to Create a Successful Business 13.07.2016

Building a business on what you know is a key factor for success. The more you know about your industry, the greater your outlook for success. The less you know, the greater your chance for failure. Whether you’re already in business, or looking to start a business, it pays to heed the advice of others who have walked in your shoes. Join Mark and Mat as they discuss the importance on building a bu...

102: Open Forum- Taking your tax and legal questions! 06.07.2016

The Open Forum Show is always a favorite of our listeners!! FIRST our regular tax tips and legal tips and then Mark and Mat will be fielding questions on Tax Strategies, Asset Protection, Estate Planning and Business Planning. We NEED and WANT your INPUT and Feedback. PLEASE CALL IN LIVE for the show at (646) 668-8326, and press # 1. We'll do our best to answer your questions, and if we don&a...

101: The Secrets to Empowering Your Children to Start a Business 29.06.2016

Parents listen up! Your kids want more money... and they are willing to work for it! Kids are always looking for ways to make extra money. So, why not empower your children to create wealth by launching their own business? Join Mark and Mat as they discuss the ways to help your children start a business, and instill a profitable moneymaking mentality that they will use for the rest of their lives....

100: Is Your Small Business as Social Media Savvy as You Think? 22.06.2016

Social networking is the top online activity for the average American, with U.S. users spending an average of 37 minutes a day engaging with others online. In the last year alone, the number of social media users has increased by 176 million accounts. Across all networks, people are listening. Is your business or brand taking advantage of all of those open ears? Join Mark and Mat as they discuss w...

99: Seven Cyber Security Layers Every Small Business Needs to Understand 15.06.2016

Small businesses and entrepreneurs often neglect cybersecurity, because they assume it’s someone else’s problem, or their data is not worth stealing. But there are lots of reasons why cybersecurity should be priority number one for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Join Mark and Mat as they discuss the seven layers of cybersecurity with their special guest Scott Schober, Cyber Security Expe...

98: Open Forum- We field all your Tax and Legal Questions! 08.06.2016

The Open Forum Show is always a favorite of our listeners!! FIRST our regular tax tips and legal tips and then Mark and Mat will be fielding questions on Tax Strategies, Asset Protection, Estate Planning and Business Planning. We NEED and WANT your INPUT and Feedback. PLEASE CALL IN LIVE for the show at (646) 668-8326. We'll do our best to answer your questions, and if we don't have the...

97: How To Become A Sales Machine with Wes Schaeffer 01.06.2016

Having a successful business comes down to one thing: Knowing how to make sales. After all, what’s a business without knowing how to make money? Today’s guest is not only good at making sales, he has a heck of time in the process. Wes Schaeffer is the ruthlessly pragmatic entrepreneur, creator and owner of The Sales Whisperer®, an inbound marketing, sales training and consulting firm, who believes...

96: Trump versus Hillary- The Taxpayer Winners and Losers 25.05.2016

Fans of Bernie Sanders and #NeverTrumpers might not be ready to discuss a Hillary Clinton versus Donald Trump general election matchup, but the rest of the political world is—and the picture right now looks pretty grim for the taxpayers. Join Mark and Mat as they discuss the potential matchup of Hilary Clinton and Donald Trump, and the impact it will have on taxpayers if either win the presidency....

95: The Ongoing "Prince Saga"- How to Avoid Your Own Estate Planning Mess 18.05.2016

Join Mark and Mat as they discuss the crazy and often misunderstood topic of Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts. They will also give an update on the singer Prince's estate and what looks to be an ongoing saga and difficult situation for the family. Learn what YOU can DO to avoid leaving your family an estate planning mess, as well as learn about some creative options. The Show will Broadcast...

94: How to Maximize Your Profit With An Online Business with Steve Olsher 11.05.2016

Starting an online business isn’t easy; sustaining one is even harder. When every dollar spent comes out of your pocket, it is imperative to realize the maximum return on your investment while avoiding unnecessary mistakes which cost you time, energy, and valuable resources. Join Mat and Mark, and their special guest Steve Olsher as they talk about growing an online business and discuss proven str...

93: OPEN FORUM Show- Taking Tax and Legal Questions 04.05.2016

The Open Forum Show is always a favorite of our listeners!! FIRST our regular tax tips and legal tips and then Mark and Mat will be fielding questions on Tax Strategies, Asset Protection, Estate Planning and Business Planning. We NEED and WANT your INPUT and Feedback. PLEASE CALL IN LIVE for the show at (646) 668-8326. We'll do our best to answer your questions, and if we don't have the...

92: Off Shore Planning Strategies and the "Panama Papers" 27.04.2016

Can off-shore planning really work? Is it worth the risk? What are my options and strategies? Join Mark Kohler and Mat Sorensen as they discuss the Panama Papers and the flurry of press and exposure on current off shore planning strategies. They will also discuss Puerto Rico and the wave of U.S. Citizens moving to PR for tax planning reasons. Not only will this show be interesting, it may give you...

91: Finding the Right Rental Property for Your Situation 20.04.2016

Our clients are consistently asking for special tips and strategies to fit their unique situation when trying to find a rental property.  What area, what price point, when to purchase, how to fund the deal.  All of these can be challenging questions for even the experienced real estate investor.  Join Mark Kohler and Mat Sorensen with expert Jason Hartman for tips on your rental property hunting t...

90: Open Forum- We field all your tax and legal questions! 13.04.2016

The Open Forum Show is always a favorite of our listeners!! FIRST our regular tax tips and legal tips and then Mark and Mat will be fielding questions on Tax Strategies, Asset Protection, Estate Planning and Business Planning. We NEED and WANT your INPUT and Feedback. PLEASE CALL IN LIVE for the show at (646) 668-8326. We'll do our best to answer your questions, and if we don't have the...

89: How to Afford a College Education 06.04.2016

College has gotten insanely expensive. Many families worry how they are going to afford their kids education. Join Mark and Mat, and their special guest Bob Patterson discuss the ways to make a college education affordable. Bob has spent his 18 years in education immersed in the college application process. He has served as the Chair of Highly selective Admission Committees and has read and made d...

88: Women in Business and How to be an Over Achiever!! 30.03.2016

Women and Men are different. Yes, you heard it first here! Well believe it or not, they are different in the way they also approach business. So even if you aren't a woman, you might do business with a woman and it wouldn't hurt to learn how they approach business. Mark and Mat welcome Meagan Hooper to discuss the challenges women face in business and how they consistently succeed. After...

87: How to Analyze a Rental Property Deal 23.03.2016

Finding the right area for a rental property and choosing the best deal can be a challenge to say the least.  Join Mark as he breaks down his 6 point method to insure finding a better rental property this year! "I have met with thousands of real estate investors over the years and seen what works and doesn't work- I want to share those strategies. Now of course, there is never a perfect...

86: New Issues in Building Lines of Credit for Your Business 16.03.2016

Corporate Credit is for real, but it can be a mystery as to how to implement it and avoid the scams in the process. Join Mark and Mat with expert Eric Counts from Credit Nerds to discuss cutting edge issues in building corporate credit. Eric is a national speaker and President of Credit Nerds helping hundreds of business owners around the country build their business credit with honesty and integr...

Open Forum- Taking your Tax and Legal Questions LIVE!! 09.03.2016

The Open Forum Show is always a favorite of our listeners!! FIRST our regular tax tips and legal tips and then Mark and Mat will be fielding questions on Tax Strategies, Asset Protection, Estate Planning and Business Planning. We NEED and WANT your INPUT and Feedback. PLEASE CALL IN LIVE for the show at (646) 668-8326. We'll do our best to answer your questions, and if we don't have the...

84: Hot areas in the Country for Rental Property in 2016 04.03.2016

It's been our mantra for years that all of our clients should consider buying one rental property a year... to build wealth, save taxes, and create cash flow. However, where we buy that property can sometimes be a guessing game. Join Mark and Mat with two national experts on where they feel the hot spots for rentals are in 2016. They will be joined by Johnny Dessauer, author, speaker, broker...

Cyber Security – Contractors, Subs, Employees & Hiring Under the Table 26.02.2016

Doing repairs and improvements to your own property, let alone a rental property, can be tricky and expensive if you don't make the right decisions. How to get the best tax write-off? Should the people you hire be licensed? Who do you 1099? What is the difference between an Employee and Contractor? What happens if they get hurt on the job? The issues are many and full of opportunities to save...

Cyber Security – What you need to do Now to Protect Your Assets 19.02.2016

Massive security breaches continue each month and almost week at some of the nation’s largest retailers, financial institutions, employers and even the Government. Knowing this, the obvious question is what can we do about it? What can you do practically today and tomorrow to protect your security. Join Mark and Mat with Financial Advice expert Randy Luebke to discuss 9 steps you can take immediat...

Gun Trusts- Why, When and How to Protect Your Firearms 12.02.2016

The right to bear arms is a sacred right to many, but also, too many gun owners don't consider the fate of their guns when they pass away. Gun trusts are a powerful tool to protect valuable firearms with financial and sentimental value. Mark and Mat will be joined by National Gun Trust Expert David M. Goldman who will break down the Why, When and How when it comes to gun trusts. If you own a...

80: What to do in a Car Accident and Protecting Your Assets 05.02.2016

One of the most obvious and common threats to your assets can be a car accident. What you do BEFORE and AFTER a car accident can be critical in protecting your assets. Whether it is a mistake of yours or someone else, texting or driving, or something worse, talking about the steps to take NOW is so much more important than later when the battle begins. Join and Mark and Mat for some important and...

Amazing Social Security Strategies that will Shock you at Any Age 29.01.2016

You may think Social Security is some sort of fixed payment at a certain age, OR that you are too young to make plans for this benefit...if so you would be terribly wrong. It is shocking how many social security strategies exist that can actually make you thousands and thousands of dollars during retirement. Join Mark and Mat with Social Security expert and Financial Advisor, Randy Luebke, to disc...

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