The Compass

Finance and accounting articles, guides, and resources for founders from the Topo team.

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Why Early-Stage Startups Need GAAP Financials Before Seeking Venture Capital

Having GAAP financials in place early is essential for startups seeking venture capital, as it builds investor confidence, ensures transparency, and helps avoid potential red flags that could derail fundraising efforts.

Tim Page
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How to Keep Investors Engaged with Consistent, Actionable Updates

CEOs should be clear, concise, and focus on topics that will move the needle in regular investor updates.

Tim Page
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Finance and Accounting Firm Topo Launches Out of High Alpha, Focusing on High-Growth Startups

Building upon deep experience supporting a diverse portfolio of software and services companies, Topo launches out of High Alpha as a specialized finance and accounting firm.

Topo
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Burn Creep: The Silent Threat to Early-Stage Company Runways

Burn Creep occurs when small, seemingly insignificant expenses gradually accumulate in a company's expense base. And for early-stage company CEO's, it's an important concept to understand and monitor.

Tim Page
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Up-Front Payments: Fueling SaaS Growth Without Dilution

What are the benefits of up-front payments for early-stage software and services companies? From immediate cash flow to lower likelihood of churn, we dive into how upfront payments can positively impact your company.

Tim Page
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Building the Muscle: Why Early Stage Startups Should Focus on Retention

There are plenty of areas for early stage startup founders and employees to focus when trying to establish initial momentum. Here's why retention should be prioritized early on.

Tim Page
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