Investing in private companies can offer a unique opportunity to access innovative businesses before they go public. Unlike stocks traded on major exchanges, private shares often require investors to meet specific qualifications. Whether through private funds, secondary markets, or direct … Continue reading
Venture Capital
Venture capital investing is an exciting way to invest in startups but also carries a significant amount of risk. For every startup that becomes the next Google or Reddit, there are countless others that fail. While the allure of high … Continue reading
Every Startup Should Keep Track of Their Burn Rate Raising funds or otherwise bringing in capital for your startup can be challenging, to say the least – but to achieve growth, founders often must invest those funds into updating technology, … Continue reading
For venture capital, one common investment structure you’ll see is the special purpose vehicle (SPV). Continue reading
Valuing a startup can be a challenging part of the investment process. Unlike established companies, startups may not have a long track record of financial performance or steady revenue streams, so it can be difficult to estimate the valuation? One … Continue reading
Venture capital funding warmed in 2024, with global investments reaching close to $314 billion, up around 3% from 2023. The theme of 2024 appeared to be artificial intelligence, with funding to AI startups locking in 31% of global funding in … Continue reading
Being an accredited investor can provide opportunities to invest in private market startups before they go public. However, not everyone qualifies to be an accredited investor according to the SEC’s guidelines. In this blog, learn more about who accredited investors … Continue reading
While most people may be more familiar with traditional public market stocks, bonds, and mutual funds as investment opportunities, there is another side to investing that can unlock unique investments like startups, cryptocurrency, and even wine or baseball cards. Alternative … Continue reading
The reason why an increased valuation doesn’t necessarily lead to an increased price per share? Equity dilution. Continue reading
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 reality is that many startups and private businesses do not succeed. In this blog … Continue reading