Venture Capital and Fundraising
Expert insights on venture capital fundraising, investor relations, term sheets, valuation strategies, and financial preparation for funding rounds.
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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What Is Founder Dilution in Startups?
Understand founder dilution—learn how rounds, option pools, and SAFEs change ownership and how to model dilution before you raise.
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When Should Startups Switch From Cash-Basis to Accrual Accounting?
Wondering when to move from cash-basis to accrual accounting? Learn the key triggers, investor expectations, and practical steps for VC‑backed startups considering an accrual transition.
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Structured Term Sheets in Late-Stage VC
Understand structured term sheets—learn late-stage venture terms that change economics (preferences, ratchets, pay-to-play) and how to evaluate them.
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What are Some of the Best Ways to Fund Early Startups?
Vanessa Kruze, CPA, discusses if it is smart for a startup to take on debt for funding in the early stages and what the best ways to fund early startups are.
Vanessa KruzeCan a Company without Revenue Gain Venture Debt Funding?
Vanessa Kruze, Kruze Consulting's CEO, explains how and why it is possible that a bank would fund a company with no revenues with venture debt funding.
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A Guide to SBA Loans for Startups
See if SBA loans can work for startups—learn eligibility, common hurdles for VC-backed companies, and alternatives to consider.
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Seed & Angel Investor Pro-Rata Rights Explained
Understand pro rata rights—learn how seed and angel investors maintain ownership, when rights matter, and how they affect your next round.
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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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Liquidation Preference
As the leading CPA firm working with VC-backed startups, we’ve helped thousands of founders understand how to decode liquidation preferences.
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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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The 'Two and Twenty' VC Fee Structure Explained
Everything you need to know about the 2% and 20% venture capital standard fee structure. Here is a basic breakdown and alternative structures.
Bryan Long, MBA