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Reporting Secondary Transactions on ASC 718 Stock Expense
The quick answer is that a secondary transaction should not impact your ASC 718 reporting. However, going forward, It potentially can impact your 409a.
Updated on Sep 18, 2024
How Do Venture Capitalists Spend Their Time?
Kruze Consulting answers the question 'how do venture capitalists spend their time?' giving an insight into venture capitalist's day-to-day.
Updated on Aug 1, 2024
The Value-Add of Angel Investors | Kruze Consulting
As a startup looking for funding, you should know the answer to “what is the value-add of angel investors?” Read to learn more.
Updated on Aug 1, 2024
Is Y Combinator Worth It for Startups?
Kruze Consulting answers the question 'Is Y combinator worth it?'. Discover the benefits of Y combinator, the startup accelerator programme.
Updated on Aug 1, 2024
What Securities Do VCs Use for Investments?
In the United States, there are four types of securities that are typically used by venture capitalists to invest in Silicon Valley-style startups.
Updated on May 7, 2026
Understanding VC’s thought process during the COVID crisis
The COVID crisis has dramatically slowed down early-stage venture activity.
Updated on Aug 1, 2024
The FinTech Equity & Debt Staircase Explained
Kruze Consulting's VP of FP&A, Healy Jones, explains the meaning of Fintech Equity & Debt Staircase and why Fintech companies raise capital.
Updated on Aug 21, 2024
Venture Lenders Asking for Right to Invest Equity
Know what lenders want—learn why venture lenders ask for equity rights (warrants or side letters) and how it affects dilution and control.
Updated on Jun 1, 2025
Do Startups Need a DCF for a VC Round?
Kruze Consulting's VP of FP&A, Healy Jones, answers the question 'Do Startups need a Discounted Cash Flow Valuation (DCF) for a venture capital round?'.
Updated on Aug 1, 2024
Do Convertible Notes Lower 409A Values?
Learn when a convertible note can decrease your 409A valuation, what valuation firms consider, and how smart startup accounting keeps you compliant.
Updated on Apr 16, 2026
What Financial Information VCs Want Post-Investment
If you are a startup CEO who has just raised funding, this post will help you understand the financial information your VC’s will expect to see from you.
Updated on Aug 19, 2024
Why do VCs like to invest in Delaware C-Corps?
Today we're answering the question: Why do VC's prefer to invest in Delaware C-Corporations instead of LLC's or S-Corps.
Updated on Jun 6, 2025
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