Navigating the Risks: Why Startups Fail
Investing in private companies can be a rewarding yet risky endeavor. As an investor, the hope is always that the company will thrive, but the unfortunate…
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MicroVentures Portfolio Company: ServiceTitan’s History and Milestones
ServiceTitan has built a field service management platform that helps businesses in the HVAC, plumbing, lawn care, and other industries manage scheduling, invoicing, payments, and administrative…
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What is General Solicitation?
General solicitation rules allow companies to broadly advertise their capital raise to a wide audience via newspapers, magazines, public websites, television, radio broadcasts, and other forms…
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Tale of Two Metrics: Market Cap and Market Value
Market cap and market value are two terms that often float around in the investment world. While both metrics aim to quantify a company's worth, they…
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Primary vs Secondary Investing
When choosing investments, an investor may come across a primary or secondary offering. There are many differences between primary vs secondary investing and in the world…
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How to Get Into Private Equity
While often seen as exclusive, private equity has become increasingly accessible to a broader range of investors in recent years. How can investors new to this…
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Is Your MVP Really Viable?
The MVP is a vital element of the startup journey, saving time and money and demonstrating future potential to investors.
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The Best Time of Year to Raise Money for Your Startup
Starting a business is an exciting opportunity, but it can require a lot of capital. Raising money for your startup may be one of the most…
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From Zero to Connected: Startup Networking Tips
When you're at a networking event, how can you maximize your time, reach the right people, and bring up the right call to action when speaking…
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