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Finding Your Deal Flow in Private Investing
Discover the three ways to increase your deal flow as a private investor: personal referrals, groups and associations, and online platforms. Read More
The Term Sheet: An Overview of Investor Rights and Controls in VC Investments
The provisions of a venture capital deal, known as a term sheet, include liquidation rights, management participation and exit rights. Read More
Private Equity vs. Venture Capital 101
Venture capital is often tucked under the umbrella of private equity, but investors should know the key differences in private equity vs venture capital. Read More
Taking Stock in Main Street: The Importance of Small Business
Small businesses make up 99.9% of all businesses and employ millions of Americans. Learn more about the importance of small business investing. Read More
Successful Startups are ‘Investable’ Startups: Must-Have Traits and Helpful Practices
A good idea is not enough to attract investors. Does your startup have these 4 traits that successful and “investable” startups all share? Read More
Is the Private Market Defeating the Public Market?
Regulatory changes and the burdens of public finance have led IPOs to lose value. Now, companies and investors are finding value in the private market. Read More
The (Thorough) Art of Evaluating Crowdfunding Sites and Title III Offerings
Crowdfunding investments require introspection on financial and social motivations, as well as due diligence on crowdfunding sites and offering deal terms. Read More
3 Smart Moves Made by Celebrity Investors
What do Madonna and Warren Buffett have in common? They both make smart investments. Follow these 3 investing lessons from successful celebrity investors. Read More
Are You Smarter Than a High School Dropout? Revising the Accredited Investor Definition
The SEC is considering wider access to private offerings. Does net worth equate to financial literacy, or should the accredited investor definition change? Read More
Unicorn Companies are Rare, So Why Do Venture Capitalists Persist?
Three out of four startups backed by venture capital fail, but VC investors continue to search for unicorn companies. What makes or breaks their success? Read More