Your First Year: What Nobody Tells You About Startup Finances
Look, I've seen too many founders burn through cash because they didn't track burn rate properly. Here's what you actually need to know in year one.
Runway Calculator
Figure out how long your cash will last. Simple spreadsheet that does the math so you don't have to stress about it at 2am.
SR&ED Tax Credits: Actually Worth Your Time?
Short answer: yes, if you're doing any product development. We've helped clients claim over $2M in credits. Here's how it works without the government jargon.
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QuickBooks vs Xero: Which One's Right for You?
We've set up both platforms probably 200+ times. Here's the honest breakdown based on what we've seen work (and what doesn't).
Expense Tracking Template
Super basic but gets the job done. Categories are already set up for tech companies. Just plug in your numbers.
Hiring Your First Employee: The Payroll Checklist
CRA registration, T4s, ROEs... yeah, it's a lot. Here's everything you need to set up before that first payday hits.
When to Actually Incorporate (It's Not Day One)
Got this question probably 50 times this year. Sometimes you should wait. Here's when it makes sense and when you're just wasting money.
Break-Even Calculator
When will you actually be profitable? Plug in your numbers and find out. Way easier than trying to do this math yourself.
GST/HST Registration: When You've Gotta Do It
Hit $30k in revenue? Time to register. Here's how to do it without pulling your hair out, plus some tricks to make filing less painful.
Monthly Close Checklist That Won't Make You Miserable
Look, nobody likes month-end close. But it doesn't have to take forever. We've streamlined this process for dozens of startups and here's the routine that actually works.
- Bank reconciliation steps
- Expense categorization tips
- Report generation timeline
- What to review with your team
Investor-Ready Financials: What VCs Want to See
Been through probably 30+ funding rounds with clients. Here's exactly what investors ask for and how to have it ready before they even ask.