For venture capital, one common investment structure you’ll see is the special purpose vehicle (SPV). Continue reading
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We believe that Regulation Crowdfunding policy changes could further open up Regulation Crowdfunding and better serve not just investment platforms, but issuers and investors. Continue reading
We’re checking in on the major IPOs that have happened this year, what IPOs are yet to come, and what IPOs may be out for 2019. Continue reading
This week, the term we’re exploring is very important on both sides of the table but is of particular interest to investors: pro rata rights. Continue reading
For new investors, venture capital funds may be a bit confusing. While they are similar to other investment funds, their aims and strategy are quite different. Continue reading
As many companies are staying private longer, pre-IPO investing on the secondary market has been trending up. Continue reading
While we touched briefly on this topic in our recent blog on reading term sheets, liquidation preferences are a term that’s worth taking a second look at for early-stage investors. In fact, after a company’s valuation, liquidation preference may arguably … Continue reading
As an entrepreneur seeking funding for your startup, you’ve likely seen a term sheet. If you have, then you’ll know that they hold a lot of information, much of which can be complex and overwhelming. And if you don’t have … Continue reading
In the midst of growing a company and all that entails, issues like equity dilution may seem too far off to worry about for many startup executives, something to worry about later. But when mishandled, the effects of equity dilution … Continue reading
There are two types of equity: preferred and common. You should understand the differences between the two to fully weigh the pros and cons of each. Note that there are no absolutes in private equity. Issuing stock often involves negotiated … Continue reading
