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

Owning equity in a private company can be a highly rewarding but sometimes complex endeavor. That is because private...

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

Private placements are a critical piece of the investment landscape, especially as companies stay private longer. While...

What is Strategic Asset Allocation?

When investing, constructing a strong and resilient portfolio is essential for reaching long-term financial objectives....

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...

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...

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...

Pre-IPO Investing | EquityZen's Guiding Principles

In this video, Phil Haslett, Co-Founder of EquityZen examines the complexities of the private market, detailing its...

What to look for in a pre-IPO investment platform

Pre-public offering investing (pre-IPO investing) represents a high-risk, high-reward avenue for portfolio...