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The Big Beautiful Bill: Tax Changes for Venture-Backed Startups
Learn how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) impacts venture-funded startups, including changes to R&D tax credits, QSBS, and bonus depreciation.
Updated on Jul 15, 2025
Maximizing Startup Success: Effective Tax Planning Guide
Learn how effective tax planning can boost profitability, extend runway, and ensure long-term success for venture-funded startups. Discover entity structures...
Updated on Jul 7, 2025
Tax Services for Startups: A Guide to Choosing the Best Provider
How to select the best tax services for your venture-funded startup, covering specialization, comprehensive offerings, proven track record, and handling comp...
Updated on Jul 3, 2025
Startup Accounting 101: The Basics
Your ultimate guide to startup accounting. Learn about budgeting, recordkeeping, tax credits, when to outsource, financial models, and more. Expert advice fo...
Updated on May 5, 2025
How Much Does a Startup Tax Return Cost?
Get your startup tax return right—learn what to file, when it’s due, and how C-corps handle losses, credits, and multi-state compliance.
Updated on May 5, 2025
How Deal Structure Can Protect Your Valuation
A hot topic today with venture capitalists and entrepreneurs is the danger of using deal structure to protect your startup's valuation. We see this happening...
Updated on Nov 24, 2024
State Franchise Taxes
Confused about franchise taxes for your VC-funded startup? This guide explains everything founders need to know. Learn about filing requirements, state varia...
Updated on Oct 14, 2024
California Franchise Tax for Startups: Rates, Deadlines & Penalties
What is the California Franchise Tax and who has to pay it? Learn if your startup needs to file, even if you're operating at a loss. (video included)
Updated on Sep 10, 2024
California Startup Taxes
Discover the intricacies of California startup taxes, tailored for VC-backed companies. Learn about key deadlines, tax obligations, and how to optimize your ...
Updated on Sep 18, 2024
Bookings vs Revenue
At Kruze Consulting, we get tons of questions about the difference between bookings, ARR and revenue.
Updated on Jul 9, 2024
QSBS and Treasury
VC-backed startups beware! Large cash reserves can jeopardize your QSBS eligibility. Learn how to manage your finances for maximum tax benefits.
Updated on Sep 18, 2024
A 2025 Guide to Tax Returns for Seed-Stage Startups
The ultimate tax season guide for startups, by the leading tax CPA to startups. Kruze has filed thousands of tax returns; we answer the top tax questions.
Updated on Sep 18, 2024
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