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How to read a startup cash flow statement: A quick tutorial

Running a startup is like launching a rocket - exciting, bold, and full of unknowns. But managing large sums of money takes more than just great ideas. You need a simple way to track your cash to grow, attract investors, and keep things running...

10 min read

How to read a balance sheet (A simple guide for beginners)

Startup life is all about balance - and not just the kind where you're dodging your cat on the way to a Zoom call. As a founder, you’ve got a lot to juggle. But one thing you absolutely can’t ignore is your company’s finances. As we always say, you...

4 min read

How to crush every metric that matters for revenue-based financing

Revenue-based financing (RBF) is reshaping how businesses raise capital, offering a flexible alternative to traditional loans and venture capital. To maximize this funding option, founders need a solid grasp of the key metrics that drive RBF success.

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Enhancing predictive analytics: The integration of forecasting tools with SaaS platforms

Accurate forecasts are the holy grail of business planning. The ability to reliably predict future outcomes allows companies to strategize more effectively. When forecasting tools are integrated with the scalability of SaaS platforms, predictive...

9 min read

How a CFO for small business can unlock your financial potential

As a small business owner, you're no stranger to wearing multiple hats. You're the visionary, the sales guru, the customer service wizard, and even the janitor. But amidst the hustle, there's one role you can't afford to overlook—who's keeping an...

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The Ultimate Startup Terminology Guide: From A to Z

If you are new to the startup scene or raising capital, picking up all the startup terminology and acronyms can feel like learning a foreign language. It takes time to become familiar with these words. We put together this list of terms and their...

11 min read

The golden rule of startup metrics: KYN (know your numbers)

Startup metrics should be every founder's true north. We call it KYN (know your numbers). Some founders do it, and some don't. As we've seen time and time again here at Forecastr - the founder who knows their numbers is the founder who succeeds.

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How to build a rock-solid Ecommerce financial model

In the startup world, SaaS is king (and you know this - it’s discussed everywhere, constantly). SaaS financial models are straightforward: they show recurring revenue and large growth potential with just a handful of variables, which pumps investors...

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How to use historical data in your financial model: 5 important tips

The world of startups and SMBs is a thrilling arena, ripe with raw potential. On the other side of that coin, however, is uncertainty and challenge. In this setting, a reliable financial model is invaluable because it lets you accurately forecast...