finance-and-runway

Compute runway and cash burn snapshot from cash balance and burn history.

23|2|Updated Feb 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/luisschmitzheadline/VC-Skills.md --skill finance-and-runway-luisschmitzheadline
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: finance-and-runway
Source: https://github.com/luisschmitzheadline/VC-Skills.md/tree/main/knowledge_skills/financial_modeling/propane-founder-finance-and-runway
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/luisschmitzheadline/VC-Skills.md --skill finance-and-runway-luisschmitzheadline

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a concise snapshot of runway and finances for founders, consolidating cash balance, burn, and runway into a clear board-ready summary.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Runway calculation: compute months of runway from cash balance and burn data.
  • Cash & burn overview: summarize current cash position and recent burn trend.
  • Optional unit economics: include CAC, LTV, and payback if data is available.

Quick Start

Pull cash balance and burn history, compute runway in months, and present a board-ready snapshot with optional unit economics when data is available.

Frequently Asked Questions about finance-and-runway

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

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How do I calculate cash runway and burn rate for a board update?▼

Runway and cash burn calculations require your current cash balance, historical burn data, and forward-looking assumptions. This skill ingests those inputs to compute months of runway and output a structured report for board updates.

What financial data do I need to prepare a runway and cash snapshot?▼

You need your current cash balance and monthly burn history to prepare a runway snapshot. Optional unit economics like CAC, LTV, and payback period can be included if available to enrich the financial model.

Can I use spreadsheet and BI data to compute runway and perform scenario planning?▼

Yes, you can use cash balance and burn data from spreadsheets or BI tools to compute runway. The skill processes these inputs to perform calculations and output a structured report for scenario planning and fundraising prep.

How does burn history factor into runway calculations for fundraising prep?▼

Burn history establishes your average monthly cash burn, which is applied against your current cash balance to project your runway in months. This calculation provides a clear financial snapshot for fundraising preparation.

Are unit economics required to generate a cash and runway report?▼

Unit economics are not required to generate a runway report. The skill computes your cash position and burn trend as a baseline, and optionally integrates CAC, LTV, and payback metrics if that data is available.