In this insightful episode of the Light Up Your Life Podcast, America's number one top small business tax lawyer, Mark Kohler, shares his expert advice on tax strategies and wealth building for entrepreneurs. Mark recounts his journey into tax law and explains his mission to help small business owners save money, grow their wealth, and understand their financial options.

Mark dives deep into the importance of financial literacy, offering practical steps for entrepreneurs on selecting the right business structure, such as LLCs and S-Corps, to maximize savings and protection. He introduces his 'trifecta' concept, which focuses on operations, assets, and legacy planning as essential pillars of wealth building.

You will learn about the flexibility of self-directed retirement accounts and how high-income earners can benefit from strategies like the backdoor Roth IRA. Mark also explains how having a side hustle can unlock additional tax advantages and income opportunities, even for W-2 employees who typically have fewer tax-saving options.

Throughout the episode, Mark emphasizes the importance of working closely with tax advisors and maintaining a healthy balance between work and personal life for long-term success.

Key Takeaways:

• ​Mark Kohler is a leading expert in small business tax law.
• ​Financial literacy is crucial for entrepreneurial success.
• ​Engaging with tax advisors can help save money and grow wealth.
• ​Choosing the right business structure (LLCs, S-Corps) offers protection and financial benefits.
• ​The trifecta of wealth building includes operations, assets, and legacy planning.
• ​Self-directed retirement accounts provide more investment opportunities.
• ​The backdoor Roth IRA is a powerful strategy for high earners.
• ​Side hustles offer tax benefits and additional income streams.
• ​W-2 employees have fewer tax-saving options without a side business.
• ​Balancing work and life is key for long-term success.

Learn More About Mark Kohler:

• ​YouTube: Mark J. Kohler
• ​LinkedIn: Mark J. Kohler
• ​Facebook: Mark Kohler
• ​X: Mark Kohler
• ​Instagram: @markjkohler
• ​TikTok: @markjkohler

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