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What KPIs do major venture capital firms track in quarterly information requests from portfolio companies?
Posted on: 01/26/2020
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How much should a seed-stage startup expect to pay for accounting?
Posted on: 01/20/2020
By: Vanessa Kruze
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As a newly funded startup, where is the best place to optimize your “runway” period?
Posted on: 01/12/2020
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Should I change my startup's tax year to a fiscal year end, eg June 30th instead of December 31st? What are the benefits and drawbacks to doing so?
Posted on: 12/22/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How do I show losses made in a startup business in an income tax return?
Posted on: 12/12/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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For startup inc (DE incorporation) with annual revenue $30k, how much it cost federal income tax, state income tax, and CFA fee to file tax returns?
Posted on: 12/08/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What software enables companies to take advantage of R&D tax credits?
Posted on: 12/01/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Would an angel, private equity or VC investor be more interested in a company that is eligible for federal and/or state R&D tax credits?
Posted on: 11/24/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Do you need an accountant to file a tax return for Corporation?
Posted on: 11/17/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How can I generate a statement for the Clearing account from Stripe?
Posted on: 11/06/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Is NetSuite a good solution for a small start-up? Are there other competitors that are more suitable given budget limitations?
Posted on: 10/20/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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When should a new tech startup (preparing to ask for seed funds) hire a CFO hourly consultant?
Posted on: 10/13/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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As a CPA, what advice would you give to a university student studying accounting and finance?
Posted on: 09/15/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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If Quick Books and Xero are so easy to use, do I really need an accountant for my business?
Posted on: 08/25/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How much should founders pay themselves after raising seed funding? What would be reasonable to investors?
Posted on: 08/18/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How do I account for a startup that has a live / workspace? What are the tax implications for a startup that has a live / workspace?
Posted on: 08/04/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Personal Finance: How does a small business make a first sale?
Posted on: 07/28/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How important is it for a bootstrapping startup to be audited by a Big Four accounting company?
Posted on: 07/21/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What kind of financial data should a company prepare when seeking Series A venture capital funding?
Posted on: 07/15/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What the average annual CEO salary rate (SAAS, Fintech, or B2B CRM) during the early stage (pre-seed, seed) in SV?
Posted on: 06/16/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What do I need to know about the FBAR filing requirements as a startup with international ties?
Posted on: 05/12/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Do founders of startups that have raised millions give themselves paychecks? If so, how much money do they pay themselves?
Posted on: 05/05/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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When married couples work for different employers as FTEs, does the IRS allow them to contribute up to $5000 each for the dependent care FSA?
Posted on: 04/28/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How do you retroactively report payroll and pay payroll tax as a startup?
Posted on: 04/21/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Startup Law: When do I need to submit my company's first tax return?
Posted on: 04/15/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Are there startup friendly law firms/lawyers in Silicon Valley?
Posted on: 03/31/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How do you account for payroll Expense (Wages) and payroll Taxes in QuickBooks?
Posted on: 02/17/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How do startups account for equity and fundraising on the Balance Sheet?
Posted on: 02/12/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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As a Delaware C-Corp startup, what do I need to know about the $800 California Franchise Tax?
Posted on: 02/04/2019
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Should I prepare a tax return if a C-corp made under 50,000 USD in profit?
Posted on: 11/06/2018
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What steps should I follow to file taxes for my one-year-old startup that has zero revenue? [C-corp]
Posted on: 10/23/2018
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Can bootstrapping tech entrepreneurs claim the R&D tax credit?
Posted on: 10/21/2018
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How should one fill out Form 1120 for a company with no activity and no income and that has not issued shares?
Posted on: 10/16/2018
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Do I need to file a Form 1120 if the business had no income?
Posted on: 10/09/2018
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What are some hacks for reducing your burn rate if you are a startup?
Posted on: 01/01/2018
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Why do Banks & Venture Lenders Want to Read Your Startup's SAFE Note & Convertible Debt Documents?
Posted on: 10/03/2017
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What's the Difference Between Bookings & Revenue for Startups?
Posted on: 09/27/2017
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Do VCs and Angels really care about GAAP compliant financials?
Posted on: 06/27/2017
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What is the Best & Free Cap Table Management Software for Startups?
Posted on: 05/11/2017
By: Vanessa Kruze
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My US Based Startup Needs to Pay a Contractor in Serbia, What is the Money Transfer Service from US to Serbia?
Posted on: 02/02/2017
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Can a Startup CEO use the Company Credit Card for a Big Personal Purchase if the CEO will Reimburse the Company?
Posted on: 01/28/2017
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Are there any US states requiring sales tax paid on SaaS services?
Posted on: 01/09/2017
By: Vanessa Kruze
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When to Hire an in-House Accounting/Finance Team: the Cost Benefit Break Down
Posted on: 11/01/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What are the real CEO, CFO and Developers wages when you just opened a startup and go for Seed A in SFBA?
Posted on: 10/12/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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For startups incorporating in Delaware, what firms are good registered agents to use?
Posted on: 10/12/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What is the best and cheapest registered agent in Delaware that possibly has experience with tech startups?
Posted on: 10/12/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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I am getting started with Xero. How do I 'transfer' many of the start-up expenses that I have been incurring personally into my startup's Xero?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What's a good venue in San Francisco to rent out for a 200-person party?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What are the best Ruby on Rails development firms in the San Francisco Bay Area?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Is it possible that a bank would fund with venture debt a company with no revenues?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What is the most user friendly accounting software for startups?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What Factors do Venture Lenders Underwrite for a Startup Loan?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Who is the best provider of temp CFO services for NYC tech startups?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What kinds of taxes must start-ups pay for funding in California?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What are some common tax breaks startup founders are not aware of?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Where do early stage startups get help with accounting and HR, and what does this cost?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Where can web startups learn about financial modeling that accounts for the important metrics and costs?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What great tools/services like ZenPayroll should every small business use?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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I'm switching from a government job to a startup using TriNet. How can I assure myself I'm covered for my major health (pacemaker) issues?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How do I minimize my taxes when selling my startup in California?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What software do I need as a start up business? Accounting? Etc2?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How many starts ups face problems related to accounts and taxation?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Should a tech startup incorporate as an LLC, a C-Corp, or an S-Corp? If so, why?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Who are some of the best, startup-friendly accountants in the Bay Area?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What is the best financial figures breakdown format/template to use for a new start-up?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Is it smart for a start up to take on debt for funding in the early stages of the company? What are the best ways to fund early startups?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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At what stage of a startup's life cycle is it helpful to create a financial model?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Startup Accounting and Accountants: Which are the best bookkeeping firms in San Francisco?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Can someone recommend a good startup bookkeeper in the New York City area?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What small business bank should we use for a standard checking account for our LA-based startup?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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At what point should you create a company bank account and start with quickbooks/accountant for your startup?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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When does a Delaware C Corporation need to file a tax return?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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As a new start-up CEO, what should be the most important aspect of your business plan?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What are the basic skills that early accountants/bookkeepers know for a start-up?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What are the best accounting firms for a seed funded startup in Silicon Valley?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What are the risks of working with a new venture lending firm?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What other sources have to be reconciled, other than the bank statement?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What are some recommendations for accounting / book-keeping software for small startups / businesses?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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When you receive an investment from a venture capital firm, can you still send proposals to other venture capital firms?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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I am not passionate about the product my marketplace startup caters to. Should I be concerned?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How do you model 2 and 3 year growth for financial projections of a mobile tech startup?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What are some mid-sized/small firms that deal with start-ups/venture capital/tax in California?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What is a good low-cost bookkeeping/accounting solution for my start up?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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When a Startup is Low on Cash but Wants Venture Debt, Do the Lenders Require Equity to Come Into the Startup too?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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I want to create pro-forma financial statements including direct cashflow statement and use it for cash-flow management (monthly). Is it a good idea?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Which is the best firm assisting to incorporate a tech startup and continue with tax and administrative issues?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What is the best state to incorporate a startup (taxes-wise)?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Is there a good accounting firm for startups that specializes in SaaS?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Say you sold a VC backed startup for 1B with an equity stake of 5%, How much actual cash vs stock does a founder get from selling/exiting a start-up?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How do I create financial projections for a start-up business?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What is the most effective financial model template for B2B SaaS start-ups?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What are the top 5 disruptive start-ups focused on accounting/closing the books software?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What is the average default rate of a venture debt portfolio?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
503
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What banks offer revolving credit facilities for early stage companies?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What is a reasonable monthly cost for HR and accounting for an early stage startup?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Startup Accounting and Accountants: Under which cost bucket does the IRS classify Search Engine Optimization?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How can a startup find a consulting CFO to answer urgent questions, before the company is ready to hire a full-time CFO?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What are some competitive alternatives to InDinero, and what are your experiences using it, if you have?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What are recommendations for a good startup accountant in Chicago?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How should a chart of accounts be structured for a SaaS company?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Do you have a guidance on creating a chart of accounts for a SAAS company?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Early Stage Venture Capital: What characteristics should a startup have during a Series A?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Where can I find a part-time Silicon Valley-based startup CFO/Consultant or firm?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Is it reasonable to agree to a CEO removal as an event of default when bringing on venture debt?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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After a startup get million dollars investment, how to prevent the startup CEO indiscriminate use of funds?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Startup Advice and Strategy: I'm creating an asset tracking system for our small company of 15 people. What assets are worth tracking?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What's the typical Advance Rate on a Startup’s Accounts Receivable Line with a Bank?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Who are the best startup accountants in the Los Angeles area?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Which accounting statements do I need for my startup pitch deck?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What is the best accounting software to use for a startup CPA firm?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What is the best way to manage bookkeeping/accounting for a SaaS startup?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Is it required to have accounting degree and/or accounting experience to go for CPA exam?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What is the legal/accounting checklist for a CA startup with a remote employee in NY?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Is an angel or vc investment in a startup taxed? At what percent?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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At what point should a SaaS startup consider hiring a full time CFO?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What kind of HR polices need to be setup for any startup company?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Startup Accounting and Accountants: What CPA firms do top angel investors use?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
483
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What are some good CFO outsourcing companies that focus on startups?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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In a company / startup, should the CEO or the CFO write checks?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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Should we use ADP for bookkeeping for our small startup or hire a CPA?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What is a good firm I can use to get a 409A valuation for my startup?
Posted on: 10/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How much are the annual bookkeeping, accounting, tax filing expenses for start-ups incorporated in Delaware US (C corp) ?
Posted on: 10/09/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What does a US based company need to do to comply with IRS regulations in paying foreign contractors?
Posted on: 10/09/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What happens if the IRS audits me and I do not have the receipt for an expense (assuming it was a legitimate expense)?
Posted on: 10/09/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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How should convertible note financing be handled on the balance sheet?
Posted on: 04/10/2016
By: Vanessa Kruze
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What accounting software do startups utilize? Which programs are best suited for start-ups?
Posted on: 08/17/2015
By: Vanessa Kruze