Strategic Business Consulting & Advising

Consulting for Startups

Startups face unique tax challenges and opportunities from day one. Furman CPA’s tax consulting services are designed to help early-stage companies build a strong financial foundation – maximizing tax efficiency, ensuring compliance, and positioning your business for growth while maintaining cash flows within the business.

From entity selection (and timing), owner’s compensation consideration, equity compensation, state nexus and state tax considerations, we provide strategic guidance tailored to the evolving needs of startups as they move through their growth cycle.

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Choice of Entity

Choosing the right business entity is a critical decision that impacts your tax obligations, and long-term growth strategy. In a consultation with your legal advisor, our team provides expert guidance on evaluating entity options—such as LLCs, S-Corps, C-Corps, and partnerships—based on your specific goals. We help you make informed decisions that optimize tax efficiency, support operational needs, and align with your overall business objectives.

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Compensation Planning

Effective compensation planning aligns your company’s goals with the interests of executives, key employees, and stakeholders—helping attract, retain, and motivate top talent. Furman CPA provides strategic guidance on designing and implementing compensation structures that are both tax-efficient and compliant with complex regulatory requirements.

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Pension and Profit-Sharing Planning

Sustaining growth and profitability depends heavily on well-designed compensation and benefit strategies. At Furman CPA, we partner with clients to develop tailored programs that align with business goals, support employee needs, and meet complex regulatory requirements with confidence.

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