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Financial Strategy and Planning

Founders can help protect their cash reserves through careful cash management. Here is a list of cash management strategies for startups.

Updated on Oct 13, 2025

Founder cash management tips

Tips for startup founders on how to manage and protect their cash reserves.

Updated on Oct 13, 2025

How much should startups keep in operating accounts

The amount of cash your startup should keep in your operating account should be equal to two to three months of expenses.

Updated on Oct 13, 2025

How startups can use bond ladders to manage cash

A bond ladder is a structured investment portfolio of bonds and securities that is structured to mature at key milestones for startups.

Updated on Oct 13, 2025

How startups should manage cash when interest rates are rising

With a careful investment strategy, startups can take advantage of a rising interest rate environment to get extra yield

Updated on Oct 13, 2025

Why startups should not buy stocks

Startups should not invest their unused funds in stocks because of the volatility and risk.

Updated on Oct 13, 2025

How startups can safely manage cash

The three main criteria for startup cash management are yield, risk, and access.

Updated on Oct 13, 2025

How Startups Can Confidently File Multi-State Tax Returns

Learn essential steps for startups to navigate multi-state tax returns, avoid double taxation, and stay compliant as your company expands across state lines.

Updated on Oct 13, 2025

How Accounting Services Help Startups Save Money

Discover how startup accounting services unlock tax credits, maximize deductions, and optimize spending, helping founders save real money and reinvest for gr...

Updated on Oct 1, 2025

Purchase Price Allocation for Startup Acquisitions

Learn how purchase price allocation (PPA) works in M&A deals, why it matters for startups, and what founders should expect before, during, and after acquisit...

Updated on Sep 26, 2025

Prepare Startup Financials for Market Shocks

Stress-test your financials and model scenarios to keep your startup prepared for market shocks or rapid changes – learn the essentials of planning for uncer...

Updated on Sep 22, 2025