Two ways to partner. One standard of work.
A predictable fixed fee, or an equity partnership where we're invested in your success. Both are first-class options. We only win when you win.
Side by side
| Fixed Fee | Equity Partnership | |
|---|---|---|
| How you pay | An agreed fee for an agreed scope | TSW Core takes a small stake in your company and receives monthly distributions |
| Back office | The services in your agreed scope | Full back office for equity partners: we run your back office (formation, bank accounts, books, and taxes) so you can focus on your product. |
| Who it's for |
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| Services | Formation, governing-document drafting help, bookkeeping, payroll, business tax, notice help, and individual returns, per your scope | Same |
| How terms are set | Quoted after your call | Negotiated individually for each deal |
| Next step | Book a call | Book a call |
Partner, not vendor
Most firms bill by the hour or by the return, so they get paid whether or not you grow. We built TSW Core to work the other way. As a fixed-fee client, you get a partner focused on your goals. As an equity partner, our results are literally tied to yours.
The process
- A free 30-minute call
- Scope: what we'll handle
- Choose fixed fee or equity
- Sign the engagement documents and onboard in the Client Portal
- Ongoing partnership
FAQ
Do you publish prices?
No. Every business is different, so we scope each engagement and quote it, or negotiate it, individually.
Which model is right for me?
Both are equally valid. Fixed fee suits founders who want to keep 100% ownership, businesses that are already profitable (where a profit share would cost more over time), and founders planning to raise who want a clean cap table, predictable costs, and simplicity. An equity partnership suits early-stage, cash-constrained founders who'd trade some upside for full back-office support now and want a partner invested in their growth. Each equity deal is negotiated on its own terms, and we'll help you decide on the call.
What does the equity partnership include?
For equity partners, TSW Core runs the full back office, including extra setup such as opening business bank accounts. We run your back office (formation, bank accounts, books, and taxes) so you can focus on your product. This expanded scope applies to equity partners only; fixed-fee engagements cover the services in your agreed scope.
Do I get less service on one model?
No. Your scope depends on what your business needs, not on how you pay.
Should I talk to my own attorney?
Yes. We encourage you to review any equity or engagement terms with your own counsel.
Do I need documents for the call?
No. If we move forward, you'll upload everything through the Client Portal.
Equity partnerships are subject to mutual agreement and definitive written documentation and are offered only where permitted by applicable law and professional standards. Nothing on this site is an offer to buy or sell securities or a guarantee of any outcome. Attest services (audits, reviews, compilations) can't be provided to equity partners.