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What is the Difference Between a Qualified Purchaser & an Accredited Investor?

In the growing world of alternative investments, two investor categories often come up: "qualified purchaser" and...

Secondary Spotlight: Private Company Investment Trends, Q3 2024

As we head into the final quarter of 2024, the private equity landscape continues to evolve with both challenges and...

Reuters: Natgas producer BKV valued at $1.56 bln in NYSE debut

When Will Private Companies Start Going Public? As the market shifts, the sentiment around going public is changing....

EquityZen Adds to Senior Executive team – Hires Justin Howell as COO and Promotes Jean Brandolini Lamb to CMO

EquityZen Welcomes Fintech Leader Justin Howell as Chief Operating Officer to Lead Next Phase of Growth EquityZen, an...

How to Invest in Private Companies 

Investing in private companies, while risky, can be a lucrative venture, when done correctly. There are many concepts...

History of the Pre-IPO Market

The Evolution of the Pre-IPO Market: From the .com Crash to the Rise of Secondary Markets Are you curious about the...

Is Pre-IPO Investing Worth the Risk? What to Consider Before Getting Started

Investing in companies before they go public, also known as pre-IPO investing, has garnered considerable interest,...

The Pros and Cons of Selling Pre-IPO Stock

The Pros and Cons of Selling Pre-IPO Stock Understanding the secondary markets to buy and sell private market stock may...

How Does Pre-IPO Selling Work?

Pre-IPO selling allows shareholders, such as employees or early investors, to sell their shares before the company goes...