Financial Strategy
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A Founders’ Guide to Fixing Cash Flow Emergencies Before Payroll: 9 Fixes
When Payroll Meets Panic It’s Friday morning. Payroll runs Wednesday. You open the banking app and your stomach clenches — the balance won’t stretch. At that moment, your company shrinks to one question: “How do …
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Why Your Bookkeeper Can’t Keep Up After $5M Revenue: 5 Reasons Traditional Bookkeeping Fails At Scale
When Growth Outruns Your Books Crossing the $5 million mark should feel like momentum — steady revenue, loyal customers, predictable demand. But for many founders, this milestone brings a new surprise: …
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How VC-backed Startups Should Plan For Year-end Audits
The Email Every Founder Dreads It’s late, your inbox pings, and the subject line reads: “Audit Kickoff: Next Month.” Instantly, the adrenaline hits. You start scanning last year’s folders and Slack threads, realizing half the receipts live …
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Ultimate Exit-Readiness-Checklist for PE‑Backed Founders
The Hard Part Isn’t Getting Funded — It’s Getting Ready to Exit Private equity capital is meant to unlock scale, optimize systems, and create a profitable exit. But as that …
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9 Audit Myths That Cost Founders Time & Money
The Word “Audit” Shouldn’t Stop Your Heart You check your email late Friday evening. The subject line says: “IRS Notice — Response Required.” Your pulse spikes. Your mind races to …
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How to Pass a Due Diligence Audit Without Stress
When Due Diligence Knocks, Preparation Beats Panic You’ve built your business from the ground up — customers love what you deliver, revenue is climbing, and finally an investor or buyer …
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Healthcare Practice Audit Readiness: 7 Common Mistakes
Your Practice Runs on Care — But Auditors Care About Numbers You went into healthcare to heal, not to reconcile ledgers. But when an audit letter from the IRS, CMS, …
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Funding or IPO? SaaS Financial Audit Checklist You Need Beforehand
Imagine this: A venture capital firm is reviewing your financials before wiring $20M into your Series C. Or the SEC’s audit team is parsing through your prospectus ahead of an …
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Fractional CFO vs. In-House CFO – Which Fits Your $5M Company?
Your company is generating $5 million in annual revenue — a milestone that signals you’ve moved beyond the startup phase. Growth is strong, but you’ve noticed that financial decisions sometimes …
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7 Red Flags That Trigger an IRS Audit in Small Businesses
You open the mailbox, and there it is — an official IRS envelope with your name on it. Your stomach tightens. Questions rush in. What did I do wrong? How …
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How to Secure Funding for Your Dispensary
Securing funding for a dispensary is not just about money—it’s about creating a solid financial foundation for growth in a competitive, highly regulated industry. Whether you’re opening your first shop …
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Why You Should Hire a Fractional CFO for a Cannabis Brand
The cannabis industry is booming, but it’s no secret that financial management in this space can be a nightmare. From strict regulations to tax hurdles like 280E, running a profitable …
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Top 5 Financial Challenges for Cannabis Businesses and How to Solve Them
Cannabis businesses are sprouting up rapidly, but navigating the financial landscape of this burgeoning industry is no walk in the park. From regulatory hurdles to cash flow constraints, entrepreneurs in …
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Top 10 Tips for Cannabis Tax Compliance for Your Cannabis Business
Understanding Cannabis Tax Compliance Cannabis taxation is unlike any other industry due to its federal illegality and state-level legality. This creates a complex tax landscape where federal laws like IRS …
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Navigating Cannabis Business Taxation
The cannabis industry is booming, but with that growth comes complex tax challenges. If you’re running or planning to start a cannabis business, understanding the intricate web of federal, state, …
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How to Prepare for a Cannabis Business Audit
Cannabis businesses operate in one of the most tightly regulated industries in the world. As legalization spreads, so do the compliance requirements, making audits a critical part of your operational …
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Cannabis Funding: A Step-by-Step Guide to Raising Capital
Introduction to Cannabis Funding The cannabis industry is booming, with projections estimating its market size to surpass $100 billion globally within the next decade. Despite its immense potential, starting or …
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Key Tax Forms You Should Know for The 2023 Tax Season
As the 2023 tax season looms ahead, taxpayers must equip themselves with a comprehensive understanding of key tax forms that hold sway over their financial obligations. These forms serve as …
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How Fractional Accounting Helps Manage Cash Flow
Wondering how fractional accounting helps manage cash flow? You’re certainly not alone! Managing cash flow is a crucial aspect of running a successful business. However, it can often feel like …
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Does Quickbooks Work With The Cannabis Industry?
Does QuickBooks work with the cannabis industry? To some degree. However, equally important to note is that a cannabusiness operator should never depend solely on Quickbooks. The cannabis industry is …
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How Can I Improve My Bookkeeping?
Ever found yourself wondering, “How can I improve my bookkeeping?” You’re certainly not alone! Bookkeeping is a crucial aspect of managing finances for individuals and businesses alike. It involves the …
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