Real questions from SaaS founders and CFOs

We get these questions all the time, from people running sales, finance, and ops at SaaS companies trying to offer flexible terms without killing their cashflow.

Annual vs monthly SaaS pricing: what's better for customers and cash flow?

Analyzing the trade-offs between annual and monthly pricing models from both customer and vendor perspectives.

Can I offer monthly payment options without hurting cash flow?

How to provide flexible payment terms while maintaining the cash flow benefits of annual contracts.

How can I extend my startup runway without raising a round?

Non-dilutive strategies to improve cash flow and extend operating runway between funding rounds.

How can I let customers pay annually but in monthly instalments?

Structuring annual contracts with monthly payment options to improve cash flow for both parties.

How can I stop chasing invoices from SaaS customers?

Eliminate the time-consuming process of following up on overdue payments while maintaining cash flow.

How do I avoid losing SaaS deals to budget objections?

Proven strategies to overcome budget constraints and close deals without compromising pricing or value.

How does offering financing help us close more deals?

Understanding the impact of flexible payment options on sales velocity and deal size.

How to handle SaaS pricing objections

Proven frameworks and strategies for overcoming price resistance and closing deals at full value.

How to justify annual commitment to a monthly-minded buyer

Converting prospects who prefer monthly billing to see the value of annual contracts.

Is there a buy now, pay later option for SaaS software?

Exploring payment flexibility options for B2B SaaS purchases similar to consumer buy now, pay later services.

What are the best financing options for SaaS companies?

Comprehensive guide to funding options for SaaS businesses at different growth stages.

What are the best flexible billing options for SaaS companies?

Comprehensive guide to billing models that balance customer needs with business cash flow requirements.

What is the impact of customer financing on SaaS cash flow?

Understanding how customer financing transforms cash flow timing and improves working capital for SaaS companies.

What should I do when SaaS buyers can't afford the full annual price?

Strategic approaches to closing deals when prospects have budget constraints for annual contracts.

When should I offer financing as an option to SaaS prospects?

Strategic timing and situational guidance for introducing customer financing in the sales process.

Why is strong cash flow critical for SaaS startups?

Understanding the unique cash flow challenges SaaS businesses face and why positive cash flow drives sustainable growth.

Will my customers want to use financing to pay for software?

Many customers are happy to finance software if it helps with cash flow, and with Lemon you can offer 0% financing while choosing whether to absorb the cost or pass it on..

Won't offering financing look desperate?

Offering financing doesn’t make you look desperate. It shows you understand your customer’s buying process and you’re making it easier to say yes..

Will my customers want to use financing to pay for software?

Many customers are happy to finance software if it helps with cash flow, and with Lemon you can offer 0% financing while choosing whether to absorb the cost or pass it on..