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Active vs Passive Investing

Active vs Passive Investing

There are many strategies investors can utilize when building their portfolio. One common debate between investment strategies is whether to employ an active or passive investment strategy. In this blog, we will explain these strategies, ways to utilize these strategies, … Continue reading

Understanding Valuation

Understanding Valuation

With each round of private equity funding, the issuer, or company raising money, sets a valuation –  the perceived monetary market value of the company. For publicly traded companies, the process of calculating valuation is streamlined, multiplying the stock price … Continue reading

Measuring Inflation

Measuring Inflation

With domestic inflation reaching a 40-year high of 7.9% in February, many investors may be wondering how inflation impacts their investments. In this blog, we will cover what inflation is, the most popular measures of inflation, and how inflation could … Continue reading

Glossary of Investor Jargon

Glossary of Investor Jargon

There is a lot of legal and non-legal terminology thrown around in the investor and venture capitalist world. The legal terminology can be difficult at first, but there are many resources that help investors understand these terms. However, there may … Continue reading

Often, companies will undergo multiple funding rounds to bring in capital. If you invested in their Series A round, you may wonder what will happen to your investment as the company brings in a Series B or Series C round. … Continue reading

There were not always “accredited” and “sophisticated” investors. At least, those terms were not coined until 1933. Accredited and sophisticated investors are not created equally. In this blog, we’ll break down what accredited and sophisticated investors are, the qualifications of … Continue reading

Growth vs Value Investing

Growth vs Value Investing

There are multiple stock strategies investors can utilize when deciding how to diversify their portfolio and select their investments. A combination of growth and value strategies is typical to accomplish diversification, but it is important to understand varying strategies in … Continue reading

Understanding Equity Deal Terms

Understanding Equity Deal Terms

Equity deal terms should be thoroughly understood before choosing to make an investment in a startup. There are multiple combinations, and every equity deal is unique. So how can investors understand the specific terms of the equity deal? How do … Continue reading