cac-modeler

Calculate LTV and CAC by channel with retention data and indie budget tiers.

432|47|Updated Apr 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MaxKmet/idea-validation-agents --skill cac-modeler
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: cac-modeler
Source: https://github.com/MaxKmet/idea-validation-agents/tree/main/.claude/skills/cac-modeler
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MaxKmet/idea-validation-agents --skill cac-modeler

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill models LTV, CAC by channel, calculates LTV:CAC ratios, payback period, and viability verdict using retention data and market_insights calibration to help indie startups decide where to invest.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Channel-level LTV and CAC modeling to compare performance across customer segments.
  • LTV:CAC ratios, payback period calculations, and a viability verdict tailored to indie budgets.
  • Use Case: Validate whether a new product idea justifies a marketing spend plan based on retention-driven assumptions.

Quick Start

Ask the agent to build an LTV and CAC model for a new product using your retention data and indie budget tiers.

Frequently Asked Questions about cac-modeler

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I calculate LTV and CAC by channel for a new product?▼

Calculate LTV and CAC by channel by feeding retention data and indie budget tiers into the model, which outputs LTV:CAC ratios, payback period, and a viability verdict to guide pricing and marketing decisions.

What is a good LTV:CAC ratio for early-stage startup viability?▼

A good LTV:CAC ratio for early-stage viability is determined by modeling retention data against indie budget tiers, yielding a direct viability verdict that signals whether a product justifies its marketing spend plan.

How do I validate a go-no-go decision using unit economics?▼

Validate a go-no-go decision by modeling unit economics like LTV and CAC by channel, applying retention data and market insights to produce a clear viability verdict for your product idea.

Can I model payback period using retention data and indie budget tiers?▼

Yes, you can model payback period by inputting retention data and indie budget tiers, calibrating the model to calculate payback period alongside LTV, CAC, and viability verdict for early-stage decisions.

How do I compare marketing channel performance for early-stage pricing?▼

Compare marketing channel performance by running channel-level LTV and CAC modeling, which evaluates performance across customer segments to calibrate early-stage pricing and marketing decisions.