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Get your entity structured properly, get a review, and increase your tax benefits and asset protection with a Comprehensive Entity Consultation or clean-up. Book now and take advantage of UP TO $200 OFF! https://bit.ly/kkos-clean-up-special-... Most real estate professionals think they’re set up correctly — but they’re not. In this episode of the Main Street Business Podcast, Mark J. Kohler and Mat Sorensen break down why nearly 90% of investors, agents, and brokers are using the wrong entities in the wrong states — costing them thousands in unnecessary taxes and leaving their assets exposed. What this episode uncovers: • Why using an LLC taxed as an S Corp for rentals is a costly mistake • The difference between operational income vs. investment income (and how each should be taxed) • How to properly separate entities for maximum asset protection • The truth about Wyoming LLCs — and when they actually make sense • The simple “trifecta” structure that optimizes taxes and protects your wealth When your business structure is dialed in, everything changes — lower taxes, better protection, and more clarity in how you grow. This isn’t about complexity — it’s about using the right tools for the right job so your strategy actually works long-term. This episode is essential for real estate investors, agents, brokers, and business owners who want to stop guessing and start building a structure that truly supports their income, assets, and future wealth! CHAPTERS: 0:00 Teaser 0:36 Why 90% of Real Estate Pros Are Set Up Wrong 2:15 Operations vs. Assets — The Critical Divide 4:00 When (and Why) to Use an S Corp 6:10 The Biggest LLC Mistake for Rental Properties 8:05 How to Structure Entities the Right Way 10:00 Partnerships and Multiple Income Streams Explained 13:00 Choosing the Right State for Your Entities 16:00 Fixing Entities in the Wrong State (Domestication) 18:30 The Truth About Wyoming LLCs 21:00 Maintaining Your Entities Properly 24:00 How S Corps Save You on Self-Employment Tax 26:00 The Role of a Revocable Living Trust 27:30 Real-Life Example of a Costly Setup Mistake 29:00 How to Fix Your Structure and Save Thousands RESOURCES: Interview a Main Street Tax Pro that Speaks like Mark: https://taxadvisornetwork.markjkohler... Meet with a Real Lawyer on Zoom: https://kkoslawyers.com/schedule-an-a... Self-Direct Your IRA or 401k- Buy a Business or Real Estate with Your Retirement Account (Directed IRA): https://directedira.com/appointment/?... Keep Your LLC or Corp in good standing and Hide Your Address (Main Street Business Services): https://mainstreetbusiness.com/?utm_s... Become a Certified Tax Advisor in Mark’s Program - https://mainstreetpros.com/?utm_sourc... CONNECT: Website: https://markjkohler.com/?utm_source=m... LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markjkohl... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markkohler/?... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markjkohler... X: https://x.com/markkohler/?utm_source=... TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@markjkohler/?...