Free startup costs template

Grow London Local
Posted: Fri 27th Mar 2026
Starting your own business is an exciting time – it's when ideas start to become reality.
But for that to happen, you need to make sure you have the funds to get things off the ground and that nothing gets missed, from licences and permits to software and logo design.
This is a template for calculating the true cost of starting a business, covering typical early stage expenses such as office space, inventory, salaries and that all-important emergency cash fund.
By organising your startup costs in one place, you can feel confident that nothing is missed as you concentrate on building your company.
How to use this template
You can download this template below and edit it as needed for your business.
Add any additional fields relevant to your business and skip any that aren't.
Download the template
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