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

In Part I, we introduced you to EquityZen's Investments page. Now, we’ll introduce the different investment products...

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

So you've just joined EquityZen and gained unparalleled access to private market investment opportunities such as:

The Latest IPO News: EquityZen's IPO Tracker

As more private companies make the news by announcing their plans to go public, more eyes are on the IPO market. After...

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....

How to Read a Cap Table After An IPO or Exit

A capitalization table also known as a “cap table” is a breakdown of a private company’s ownership structure. It...

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...