The FileMyBooks Blog

Field notes on building a clean, compliant business.

Practical writing on compliance, accounting, fundraising, and the financial habits that separate the startups that survive from those that don't.

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Founder Guides7 min read·Apr 2026

The First-Time Founder's Compliance Checklist: Everything You Need to Do After Registering Your Company

The Indian regulatory system doesn't wait for you to figure things out. Here's a clear, plain-English breakdown of everything you need to do after incorporation — in the right order.

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Accounting & Finance8 min read

Good Accounting Practices Every Indian Startup Should Follow from Month One

Good accounting isn't about being a numbers person. It's about building a system that works quietly in the background — keeping your books clean and your business legible.

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Fundraising & Finance9 min read

Red Flags Investors Look for During Financial Due Diligence — And How to Fix Them Before They Find Them

Financial due diligence isn't trying to catch you out — it's confirming what you claimed is real. Here's what investors find in most early-stage startups, and what to fix first.

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Founder Advice8 min read

What Nobody Tells You About Running a Startup in India: The Financial Mistakes That Are Quietly Killing Your Business

Beyond compliance, there are quiet financial mistakes that compound into serious problems. This is the conversation nobody has with first-time founders. Until now.

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