Main Street Business

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, 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. 

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    #629 Buying a Franchise: Expert Advice from Mike Oberholtzer

    If you're considering buying or selling a franchise and want experienced legal guidance throughout the process, book a consult with KKOS Lawyers to get started: https://kkoslawyers.com/ Buying a franchise can be a great path to business ownership—but it's important to know exactly what you're getting into before signing on the dotted line. In this special episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mat Sorensen sits down with Mike Oberholtzer, VP of Franchise Development at HomeVestors, to break down the entire franchise buying process. Together, they discuss how to evaluate franchise opportunities, what to look for in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), the real costs of franchise ownership, and how to determine whether buying a franchise is the right fit. Whether you're looking to transition out of a W-2 career, diversify your investments, or become a business owner, this episode provides practical insights to help you make a more informed decision. In this episode, you'll learn: How to determine if franchising is the right path for your goalsThe pros and cons of buying a franchise versus starting a business from scratchHow to properly evaluate franchise opportunitiesWhat to review in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)Why speaking with existing franchise owners is a critical step in your due diligenceThe franchise fees, royalties, and ongoing costs to expectWhat quality training, onboarding, and operational support should look likeCommon mistakes prospective franchise owners make—and how to avoid themStrategies for growing, scaling, and eventually selling a franchise businessConnect with HomeVestors Franchise at: https://franchise.homevestors.com/ To learn everything you need to know about the Franchisee business, tune into the We Buy Ugly Houses Podcast: https://www.webuyuglyhousespodcast.com/#episodes Connect with Mike Olberholtzer on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-oberholtzer-72572b4/?isSelfProfile=false Grab my eBook 30 Unique Strategies Every Business Owner Should Know! You don't want to miss this! Secure your tickets for the #1 Event For  Small Business Owners On Main Street America:  Main Street 360 Looking to connect with a rock star law firm? KKOS is only a click away! Are you ready to get certified in EVERY strategy I teach? Start your journey with a FREE 15-minute discovery call to explore the Main Street Tax Pro Certification. Check out our YOUTUBE Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/markjkohlerCraving more content? Check out my Instagram!

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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 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. 

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