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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 Collect Cash Upfront from Customers
Kruze Consulting explains 5 ways you can collect cash upfront from customers, a crucial factor in the success of a startup.
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Vaccine Tax Credit for Startups
The Vaccine Tax Credit was a tax credit created under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), and was announced earlier this year by the President.
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What Happens if Your Employer Switches to a PEO Mid-Year?
Kruze Consulting answers the question of 'What happens to my personal taxes if my employer switches to a PEO mid-year?'.
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What if Your Startup Misses Medical Payments?
Kruze Consulting answers the question 'what happens if your startup doesn’t make its medical payments?' and why it is a big deal for startups.
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A Guide to Financing Your Startup
Explore startup financing options—compare equity, venture debt, SAFEs, notes, and non-dilutive funding to choose the best path.
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How Much Accountants Charge Startups | Kruze Consulting
Vanessa Kruze, CPA, answers the question 'how much do accountants charge startups or small businesses?' and what is their price plan dependent on.
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Does Crowdfunding Discourage VC Investment?
Does raising capital by crowdfunding discourage future venture capital investments? A guide to different ways to raise capital at startup.
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Asset Sales Vs Equity Purchases, the Aquirers' Perspective
Why do big companies like to buy smaller startups in an asset sale versus an equity purchase? The answer is pretty simple.
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Why a Handshake Equity Agreement Isn't Enough
Kruze Consulting gives a guide for startup founders on how to make a handshake equity agreement legitimate, regarding equity grants.
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What is an Orphaned VC Deal? | Kruze Consulting
Kruze Consulting answers the question 'what is an orphaned Venture Capital deal?' and explains how it might affect your startup
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What Does an Outside General Counsel Do?
Kruze Consulting answers the frequently asked question 'what does an outside General Counsel do?' & the benefits to having one on your side.
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3 Essential Tips for Raising Venture Capital
Prepare for VC funding with top tips on diligence, financials, and compliance. Boost your startup’s chances with Kruze Consulting’s expert advice.
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