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    Public vs. Private Stock Investing: Key Differences Every Investor Should Know
    Public vs. Private Stock Investing

    As companies stay private longer and the demand for pre-IPO stock grows, investing in private compan...

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    How to Research a Private Company on EquityZen
    How to Research a Private Company on EquityZen

    EquityZen's guide helps individual investors navigate the risks and complexities of pre-IPO investin...

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    What happens after I make an investment?
    What Happens After I Make a Private Company Investment?

    Discover what happens after making a private company investment on EquityZen. Learn how to track you...

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    Getting Started with Private Market Investing: Part IV - The
    Getting Started with Private Market Investing: Part IV - The "Standard" Investment Process

    Here is a guide on how to invest in single private companies on EquityZen's marketplace. We'll walk ...

    Investor Basics
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    Getting Started with Private Market Investing: Part III - The Offering Document
    Getting Started with Private Market Investing: Part III - The Offering Document

    Live investment opportunities are accessed by clicking on the company from the listings page. Our mo...

    Investor Basics
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    Getting Started with Private Market Investing: Part II - EquityZen’s Investment Products
    Getting Started with Private Market Investing: Part II - EquityZen’s Investment Products

    Not all investors have the same needs when it comes to private market investing. That’s why we’ve cr...

    Investor Basics
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    Getting Started with Private Market Investing: Part I - Investments page + Indicating interest
    Getting Started with Private Market Investing: Part I - Investments page + Indicating interest

    Curious how to get started with private market investing. EquityZen's Investments page is where you’...

    Investor Basics
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    What Does it Mean to Have Equity in a Private Company?

    Learn about owning equity in a private company, including the benefits, risks, and key consideration...

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    Exploring Private Placements for Accredited Investors: 506(b) & 506(c)

    Explore the world of private placements for accredited investors with insights on 506(b) & 506(c) of...

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