We launched a startup to solve a $25K IRS mistake (lessons + tool inside)
Last year, a founder I know got hit with a $25K penalty for missing Form 5472. They had no idea the form even existed.
It made me wonder how many early-stage founders are blindsided by U.S. tax stuff, especially if they’re not based in the U.S.?
So we built a simple tool that gives founders a personalized tax calendar in seconds with auto-reminders for deadlines.
We’re still early and figuring things out, if anyone wants to check it out or share feedback.
TaxHero AI - taxhero.vc
Free Tax Calendar for startups with auto reminders - taxhero.vc/checkin
It's simple and it's affordable
Also curious has anyone else run into IRS surprises like this?
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Just a heads up, the tool is TaxHero AI - taxhero.vc
Also you can check the Free Tax Calendar - click this direct link - taxhero.vc/checkin - answer a few questions and get your personalized Tax Calendar with auto-reminders.
This is so good. One of the biggest gaps we’ve seen in accessibility compliance is founders thinking “it doesn’t apply to me yet.” We’ve had to build Equally AI to counter that exact assumption, especially with the EAA now enforcing. Your tax calendar is solving the same mental trap: it doesn’t matter if you meant well, the IRS doesn’t care. You’re giving founders something practical before the regret. Good one!