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Accounting, tax, and fundraising guidance for VC-backed founders — written by the team that closes 800+ startups' books every month.
Startup CEO Salaries 2026: Data for VC-Backed Founders
Explore 2026 startup CEO salary benchmarks by stage, revenue, and burn. See how venture-backed founders pay themselves and what VCs expect this year.
How to Account for PPP Loans
The Paycheck Protection Program was created to provide startups and other small businesses with funds to support their operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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What is an Exploding Term Sheet? | Kruze Consulting
Avoid term sheet pressure tactics—learn what an exploding term sheet is, why VCs use it, and how founders can respond strategically.
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A Guide to Paying Engineering Contractors
Kruze Consulting answers the question 'how should my startup pay engineering contractors?' and how depends on where you are located.
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How to Manage Petty Cash in a Startup
Petty cash is a term for a small amount of cash kept on hand at your startup to handle small expenses, like tipping a delivery driver or buying lunch.
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What is an IPO Window and Is It Open?
Kruze Consulting provides a guide to the IPO window, how market conditions affect the IPO and if your startup is ready for one.
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Best Startup Accounting Software
Vanessa Kruze, CPA, compares and reviews the top accounting software for startups and explains why she thinks QuickBooks Online is the best service there is.
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How to Structure Startup Advisor Shares
Kruze Consulting discusses everything you need to know about distributing advisor shares and the different types of advisors at startup.
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How to Get in Touch with Angel or Seed Funds
Ever wonder “how do I get in touch with Angel or Seed Funds? Read to learn how to know exactly what to include in a cold email.
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How Many Co-Founders Should a Startup Have?
Kruze Consulting answers the question 'how many co-founders should I have in my startup?' and the trade offs you might have to make.
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Top Tips for Closing Your Seed Round
Close your seed round faster—get practical tips to keep diligence moving, tighten your data room, and avoid last-minute legal or finance delays.
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Why Hire a Remote Bookkeeper for Your Startup?
Get cleaner books with less overhead—learn why startups hire remote bookkeepers, what to outsource, and how to stay audit-ready.
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10 Tax Season Prep Tips for VC-Backed Startups
Learn the 10 essential steps venture-backed startups should take before tax season, from cleaning up books and state filings to maximizing the R&D tax credit and avoiding costly penalties.
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