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Exploring the Benefits of IRA LLCs: A Strategic Tool for Self-Directed Retirement Investing
An IRA LLC, or Checkbook IRA, gives self-directed investors greater control, faster execution, and access to alternative assets like real estate and private equity. This structure offers asset protection, streamlined investing, and the ability to strategically partner on deals—all while maintaining IRS compliance and tax-advantaged treatment.
Solo 401K Tax Credit for New and Existing Plans
Whether you’re setting up a brand-new Solo 401(k) or updating an existing plan, you may qualify for valuable IRS tax credits that help offset your setup and administrative costs.
2025 Year-end Tax strategies with KKOS Lawyers
Don’t leave money on the table this tax season. Our attorneys will walk you through 20 proven tax-saving strategies that can help business owners, investors, and families reduce taxes and build wealth
Mat Sorensen’s Blog
Mat has been at the forefront of the Self-Directed IRA industry since 2006. He’s CEO of Directed IRA, a partner at KKOS Lawyers, a national speaker, a top-ranked podcast host, a best-selling author, and a self-directed retirement investor. Mat is a VIP Contributor at Entrepreneur and is an expert author at Cryptopedia.
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Mark J. Kohler’s Blog
Mark J. Kohler, M.Pr.A., C.P.A., J.D., is a best-selling author, national speaker, radio show host, writer and video personality for Entrepreneur.com, real estate investor, senior partner in the law firm Kyler, Kohler, Ostermiller & Sorensen, and the accounting firm of Kohler & Eyre, CPAs. Mark is a personal and small business tax and legal expert who helps clients build and protect wealth through wealth management strategies, as well as business and tax remedies often overlooked in this challenging, ever-changing economic climate. His seminars have helped tens of thousands of individuals and small business owners navigate the maze of legal, regulatory, and financial laws to achieve greater success and wealth.
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Estate Planning
The Privacy Trifecta: How LLCs, Trusts & Anonymity Protect Your Identity and Assets
In today’s digital world, almost anyone can look up your business or property with a few clicks. If you’re a savvy business owner or investor, that level of public exposure can be unsettling. Privacy isn’t just about hiding – it’s about protecting your identity and personal safety while also safeguarding your wealth. At KKOS Lawyers, we use a proven “Trifecta” approach to privacy and asset protection:
Why Your Partnership LLC Needs a Revocable Living Trust
Learn why every partnership LLC needs a revocable living trust to avoid probate, protect your business, and save on taxes. Discover how KKOS Lawyers can help you structure your estate plan for long-term success.
Opportunity Zones when Selling Real Estate Could Save You Thousands
Deven L. Munns, Esq. Opportunity Zones (OZ) investments were created under the recent passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) and designed to help states jumpstart communities that historically have struggled economically. In theory, they have a two-prong benefit;...
Business Formation
Why Your Partnership LLC Needs a Revocable Living Trust
Learn why every partnership LLC needs a revocable living trust to avoid probate, protect your business, and save on taxes. Discover how KKOS Lawyers can help you structure your estate plan for long-term success.
Tax-Smart Investing with Real Estate and Crypto
Real estate and crypto have more in common than you think. Learn how savvy investors are using LLCs and S Corps to save on taxes and protect their wealth.
LLC v. S-Corp – Which is Better?
LLC vs. S-Corp: Learn the tax, legal, and operational differences between these popular business structures-and how to choose the right one for your goals.
Tax Savings
How Franchise Owners Can Legally Save Thousands
Many franchise owners are overpaying the IRS and missing out on key tax-saving strategies. Learn how smart legal structures like LLCs, S-Corps, and two-entity planning can protect your profits, reduce liability, and help you build long-term wealth, with guidance from the team at KKOS Lawyers.
Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Revives 100% Bonus Depreciation—What It Means for Businesses
The Big Beautiful Bill makes 100% bonus depreciation permanent, offering business immediate tax savings on equipment, real esate improvements, and more. Learn how to leverage this powerful incentive and when it might be smarter to opt out.
Tax-Smart Investing with Real Estate and Crypto
Real estate and crypto have more in common than you think. Learn how savvy investors are using LLCs and S Corps to save on taxes and protect their wealth.










