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.