The Main Street Business Owner’s Situation Room

Your Strategic Command Center for Smarter Decisions.

No more guessing. No more dead ends. Get real answers from the top tax and legal expert in the nation, who’s helped over 10,000 business owners just like you.

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A Complete System to Build a Better Business

The training gives you tools, training, and a trusted network to help you:

Lower your taxes legally and proactively
Protect your assets with smart entity structuring
Organize your finances for maximum profitability
Get access to the pros Mark J. Kohler personally endorses
Plug into a growing community of high-achieving owners

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Made for Real Business Owners

From first-time founders navigating unknowns to growth-stage entrepreneurs wanting to scale and seasoned business owners preparing to exit...this path is designed for anyone who has experienced the following:

Your lawyer says, “Ask your accountant.”
Your accountant says, “Ask your lawyer.”
You don’t even know what questions to ask—or who to trust.

This is your go-to source for real-time answers—without the runaround, confusion or outside noise.

Welcome to your Situation Room

This is your virtual HQ for obtaining the legal and tax answers you need—without booking appointments, paying hourly rates, or going in blind.

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The 4-Phase Journey

Navigate the full lifecycle of your business with clarity, expert guidance, and smart tax & legal strategies

Startup

Structuring your business the right way
Raising capital or bootstrapping wisely
Getting out of personal or business debt
Writing off startup costs and tax planning early
Hiring your first employee or contractor
Choosing where to register your business
Protecting your name and IP
Setting up your books and systems
Deciding if family should be involved in ownership
Building your first professional team

Operations

Using smart tax strategies to lower your rate
Starting a college or education savings plan
Optimizing operations after 3–10 years in business
Running payroll and paying yourself correctly
Paying your spouse or kids legally and efficiently
Using contracts to protect the business
Hiring and classifying workers the right way
Tracking your KPIs and knowing your numbers
Managing cash flow and planning ahead
Building your tax and legal playbook

Growing / Scaling

Making real money — now what?
Using the best savings and reinvestment strategies
Raising capital without giving up control
Starting or upgrading your estate plan
Investing with self-directed IRAs or real estate
Buying other businesses strategically
Scaling with systems, not just hustle
Building long-term asset protection
Adding multiple income streams
Tax strategies used by top earners

Exit

Talking legacy and your long game
Setting up a charitable giving strategy
Preparing to sell with max valuation
Choosing the best sale structure (stock vs asset)
Transferring to family or key employees
Reducing taxes with CRTs, 1031s, and more
Managing state residency for tax planning
Using life insurance for wealth transfer
Navigating divorce/remarriage with a solid plan
Writing your own financial freedom playbook

America's #1 Tax & Legal Expert

Mark J. Kohler is a CPA, attorney, national speaker, and YouTube educator with over 35,000,000+ views. For over 25 years, he’s trained professionals and business owners to work smarter — instead of harder.

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Strong community of driven professionals sharing clients, referrals, and big wins—together.

$ 1 B

Saved in taxes by our certified business owners through real-world strategy and smarter structure.

3 X

Revenue increase within 3 months of certification completion.

Maximize Write-Offs & Stay Compliant

$2,995 $995

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Includes 1 month of membership ($99 value)
7-Day Money-Back Guarantee

More Than a Course — It's a Movement

As a Main Street Business Owner, you gain access to exclusive events and coaching designed to help you connect with other high-level entrepreneurs, get direct insights from Mark and his team, and stay focused on the next big goal for your business.

40+ Expert Video Answers
2x Monthly LIVE Firesides with Mark J. Kohler
Private Business Owner Community Access

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Success Stories From
the Main Street Community

“Before becoming certified, I felt lost and overworked. Now, I’m saving thousands in taxes and growing with confidence.”

Peter F. CPA

“Mark’s training helped me restructure everything. It changed my mindset — and my bottom line.”

Craig M. Small Business Owner

“The masterminds alone are worth the price. I finally feel like a real CEO.”

Tiffany C. Entrepreneur

Real Training for Real Business Growth

Inside the training, you’ll learn how to:

Structure your business the right way from day one—LLC, S-Corp, or C-Corp
Maximize write-offs, build a smart tax strategy, and budget for growth
Maintain legal protection with privacy tools, minutes, and compliance practices
Hire, market, and scale with confidence using advanced business strategies
Exit your business profitably—reduce taxes, preserve wealth, and plan your legacy

Key Benefits

Trusted answers from a seasoned CPA/Attorney
24/7 access to expert advice without hourly fees
Confidence at every stage of your business journey
Affordable, actionable, and designed for YOU

Ready to Scale Your Business?

20+ Hours of Expert-Led Training
4 modules, 6+ lessons per module, quizzes after each, plus a final exam.
Live Mastermind Sessions (Biweekly)
Access business coaching from top pros every other week.
Full Access to Past Trainings + Replays
Explore a growing library of real-life strategies and implementation tips.
Downloadable Tools & Templates
Includes payroll matrix, debt snowball calculator, and more.
Welcome Box + 3 Books
Get Mark J. Kohler’s best-selling guides delivered to your door.
Completion Certificate
Become a Main Street Certified Business Owner—show the world you know your stuff.