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EPISODE · May 6, 2025 · 16 MIN

#576 How to Set Up a Family Office Without Being Ultra-Rich

from Main Street Business · host Mark J Kohler and Mat Sorensen

In 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-making, and create a family office that supports real wealth-building.Here are some of the highlights:Mark explains the concept of a family office, emphasizing that it is not limited to billionaires but can be set up by anyone.The benefits of a family office include tax write-offs, better asset protection, and wealth building.Mark advises participants to legitimize their LLC or corporation by holding board meetings and documenting the minutes.The difference between boards of directors for corporations and boards of advisors for LLCs.Mark introduces his "trifecta" concept, which includes a revocable living trust, 1040 tax return, and various assets and operations.Encouragement to set up boards for all their entities, even if they only have one or two.Mark emphasizes the need to update the plan regularly and share it with tax and legal advisors.Ready to Take the Next Step?Work With Mat & Mark’s Law FirmGet 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 RetirementWant 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 ResourcesMat Sorensen’s Optimal Order of Investing GuideLearn 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 GuideDiscover practical tax strategies and planning opportunities every business owner and investor should know.[Download the Free Guide]Get More From Mat & MarkWatch on YouTubeTax strategies, business planning, investing, asset protection, and more.[Visit the YouTube Channel...

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In 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-making, and create a family office that supports real wealth-building. Here are some of the highlights: Mark explains the concept of a family offi...

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