Kruze Consulting — Accounting, Tax & CFO Services for Startups

Tax Planning and Optimization

Advanced tax planning strategies for startups including tax optimization, deduction maximization, and proactive tax management to reduce overall tax liability.

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Tax Credits for startups

Tax Credits for startups

Updated on Mon, May 5, 2025

Claim key startup tax credits, including the R&D credit, to reduce burn, extend runway, and preserve cash longer through smart planning.

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R&D Tax Credit Timing for Fast-Growing Startups

R&D Tax Credit Timing for Fast-Growing Startups

Updated on Mon, Sep 28, 2026

Learn when fast-growing startups should claim R&D tax credits, from payroll offset timing to fundraising alignment and QRE tracking systems.

byKaren Yates, BS
Sales Tax and Nexus for Distributed Startup Teams

Sales Tax and Nexus for Distributed Startup Teams

Updated on Thu, Jan 22, 2026

Hiring in multiple states? Learn how sales tax and nexus rules work for distributed teams, where you may need to register, and how to stay compliant without drowning in complexity.

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Startup Taxes 2026: Remote Hiring, Nexus & State Income Tax

Startup Taxes 2026: Remote Hiring, Nexus & State Income Tax

Updated on Mon, Mar 23, 2026

Learn how remote hiring affects startup taxes, state nexus, and multi-state filing so your venture-backed startup stays compliant as it scales.

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July 2026 Startup Accounting & Tax Deadlines by City

July 2026 Startup Accounting & Tax Deadlines by City

Updated on Sun, Jun 21, 2026

Key July 2026 tax deadlines for startups, including federal, state, and major city dates, that founders should be aware of.

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March Tax Deadlines Every VC Backed Startup Needs to Know

March Tax Deadlines Every VC Backed Startup Needs to Know

Updated on Tue, Feb 24, 2026

Key tax deadlines for March 2026 for startup founders: Delaware Franchise Tax filing, ACA compliance forms (1095-B/C, 1094-B/C), and IRS extension options. Stay compliant with Kruze Consulting’s startup tax calendar.

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Maximizing Startup Success: Effective Tax Planning Guide

Maximizing Startup Success: Effective Tax Planning Guide

Updated on Mon, Jul 7, 2025

Boost runway with smarter tax planning through entity choices, key credits, and the common mistakes founders regret later.

byBryan Long, MBA
October 2026 startup tax deadlines

October 2026 startup tax deadlines

Updated on Sun, Sep 27, 2026

October 2026 Startup Tax Deadlines: Extended Form 1120 Returns, State Filings, and the San Francisco Gross Receipts Tax.

byBryan Long, MBA
September 2026 startup tax deadlines

September 2026 startup tax deadlines

Updated on Mon, Aug 17, 2026

Key September 2026 tax deadlines for startups, including federal estimates and major state, city, and local filing dates.

byBryan Long, MBA
California SaaS Sales Tax Starts in 2027 | SB 122

California SaaS Sales Tax Starts in 2027 | SB 122

Updated on Mon, Aug 10, 2026

California SB 122 taxes most SaaS and prewritten digital software starting Jan. 1, 2027. Learn what startups need to do.

byVanessa Kruze
Startup Year-End Checklist: Tax, Compliance & Planning

Startup Year-End Checklist: Tax, Compliance & Planning

Updated on Sun, May 8, 2022

Use this year-end checklist to organize startup books, capture R&D tax breaks, meet 1099/W-2 deadlines, and plan your finances for the year ahead.

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June 2026 Startup Accounting & Tax Deadlines by City

June 2026 Startup Accounting & Tax Deadlines by City

Updated on Tue, May 19, 2026

Key June 2026 startup tax deadlines, including federal quarterly estimates plus major state and local due dates by city.

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