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Debt vs. Equity

Secondary Market Explained

Secondary Market Explained

The secondary market for private market investments has been gaining traction in recent years as more and more investors are looking for ways to access these asset classes. Secondary transactions refer to the buying and selling of private market investments … Continue reading

Market Cap vs Market Value

Market Cap vs Market Value

Market cap and market value are two commonly used terms in the world of investing. They are often used to determine the size and value of a company, which can be important factors when deciding whether to invest in a … Continue reading

Private Market Benefits and Limitations

Private Market Benefits and Limitations

Investing in the private markets can be an option for investors looking to diversify their portfolio. While private market investments can offer benefits, they also come with limitations and risks that investors should carefully consider before making a decision. In … Continue reading

How to Get Into Private Equity

How to Get Into Private Equity

Private equity has become an increasingly popular asset class for investors seeking different investments than traditional public equity markets can provide. While it may seem inaccessible to many individual investors, there are ways to get involved. How to Get Into … Continue reading

The ABCs of Equity

The ABCs of Equity

The “equity alphabet” refers to the various regulations that govern the sale of securities in the United States. Understanding these regulations can be important for anyone looking to raise capital for their business or invest in private equity. Learn about … Continue reading

Diversification can be a key principle of investing, and one way to achieve diversification is by including assets from both the public and private markets in a portfolio. While the public markets, such as the stock market, are well-known and … Continue reading

Common Stock in the Private Market

Common Stock in the Private Market

Characterized by voting rights, like electing company directors, common stock is just what it is – the most basic form of stock issued by a company. Common stockholders do not receive a priority claim over dividends or distribution of company … Continue reading

Preferred stock is a financial instrument used to help raise funds in the private market. Typically, preferred stockholders receive a priority claim over dividends and distribution of company assets in the event of liquidation. Some investors may favor the priority … Continue reading

Avoiding the FOMO Effect

Avoiding the FOMO Effect

When choosing to make investments, it can be easy to follow the crowd and make investments based off what other investors are doing. If others are investing in this company, it has to be a good investment? However; not everyone’s … Continue reading

Convertible notes are financial instruments used to raise funds in the private market and have some overlap with properties of equity and debt. In this blog, we will introduce them and cover specific considerations investors should be aware of. Convertible … Continue reading