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Startup Accounting

April 2026 Startup Accounting & Tax Deadlines by City
Discover the key April 2026 tax deadlines for VC‑backed startups, including federal filings and major city‑specific dates in SF, NYC, Austin, Seattle, and more.
Updated on Mar 29, 2026
Most Favored Nation (MFN) SAFEs: What Startup Founders Need to Know
Learn how “Most Favored Nation” (MFN) clauses in SAFE notes work, how they affect dilution and future rounds, and how Kruze Consulting helps venture‑backed f...
Updated on Mar 17, 2026
March Tax Deadlines Every VC Backed Startup Needs to Know
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. S...
Updated on Feb 24, 2026
Key Startup Tax Deadlines: Federal and City Filings Due Feb 2026
Don’t miss these February 2026 tax deadlines. Learn which federal forms C‑corp startups must file and key local due dates in Seattle, San Francisco, and Salt...
Updated on Jan 29, 2026
Monthly Founder Finance Checklist: 60‑Minute Review Before Investor Updates
Use this 60‑minute monthly finance checklist to review your books, metrics, and cash before board and investor updates. Built for first‑time founders by Kruz...
Updated on Jan 27, 2026
Sales Tax and Nexus for Distributed Startup Teams
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 ...
Updated on Jan 22, 2026
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 consi...
Updated on Jan 15, 2026
Delaware Franchise Tax Simplified: How Startups File and Avoid Penalties
Confused by Delaware franchise tax? Learn which startups must file, how the tax is calculated, the key deadlines, and simple steps to avoid costly penalties ...
Updated on Jan 14, 2026
2026 Startup Accounting Playbook for First-Time Founders
Follow a founder-friendly bookkeeping playbook to set systems, track runway, stay compliant, and impress investors with cleaner numbers.
Updated on Jan 1, 2026
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.
Updated on Dec 13, 2025
How to Read a Cap Table: A Startup Guide
Decode your cap table easily to understand ownership, dilution, option pools, and the impact of new rounds over time before signing terms.
Updated on Dec 13, 2025
Why CPA Firms Need Access to Your Cap Table
Share your cap table with your CPA to speed reconciliation, tax filings, and Delaware franchise tax calculations at year-end close.
Updated on Dec 12, 2025
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