Acquisition Accounting
Resources, best practices, and expert insights on Acquisition Accounting.
A Guide to Startup M&A
Prepare for a successful startup M&A—learn key financial readiness steps, due diligence expectations, and how to maximize valuation in a sale.
Kruze Consulting
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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Startup 409A Valuation: Founder Checklist and Timeline
Get a 409A valuation right the first time with this startup founder checklist, timeline, and tips to avoid delays, surprises, and costly compliance mistakes.
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Purchase Price Allocation for Startup Acquisitions
Learn how purchase price allocation works in startup M&A, including valuing assets, recording goodwill, and meeting GAAP and IRS Form 8594 requirements to avoid post-deal surprises.
Bryan Long, MBA
10 Crucial Questions to Ask When Hiring a Startup Accounting Firm
Hire the right startup bookkeeper—learn what to look for, what to outsource, and how to set up a monthly close that scales.
Kruze Consulting
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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Strategic M&A Accounting to Maximize Exit Payout
Learn how startup accounting and strategic M&A accounting around Net Working Capital and Purchase Price Allocation protect your exit payout.
Bryan Long, MBA
The 280G Trap: Startup Accounting Guide
Avoid the 280G trap. Learn how smart startup accounting impacts parachute payments, taxes, and founder payouts in an exit.
Bryan Long, MBA