Archive: pre-IPO
Mailbag: Early Investors Don’t Need to Worry About WeWork
By Early Investing on October 6, 2019
In this week’s Mailbag, the Early Investing team addresses celebrity investors and the WeWork debacle’s impact on the startup investing world.
Angel Investing Online and Offline
By Adam Sharp on September 24, 2019
Online and offline angel investing both have their benefits. Here are some differences between the two and how to figure out which method is best for you.
How to Use EquityZen, a Pre-IPO Investment Platform for Accredited Investors
By Adam Sharp on August 27, 2019
Here’s a rundown of EquityZen, a startup equity matchmaker.
Why Pre-IPO Investors Are in a Sweet Spot
By Adam Sharp on August 6, 2019
It’s a good time to be a pre-IPO investor and to invest in a multi-company fund. Here’s why.
The Transition From Private to Public Markets Isn’t Always Pretty
By Andy Gordon on May 17, 2019
Successful startups aren’t always a welcome addition to the public markets. Sometimes the competition is bad news for everyone.
KKR Shifts From Leveraged Buyouts to Pre-IPO Startup Investing
By Andy Gordon on May 15, 2019
Leveraged buyout king KKR is now looking into pre-IPO startup investing. It’s a smart move.
Q&A: Think Long Term With Pre-IPO Investments; Living on Bitcoin
By Early Investing on October 28, 2018
We’re busy traveling this week, so we’re taking the opportunity to revisit a Mailbag we published over the summer. Its insights haven’t lost their relevance. - The Early Investing Team
Q&A: Understanding Convertible Notes, Reg. CF and Reg. A+ Raises
By Early Investing on September 23, 2018
The Early Investing team explains how convertible notes work and the differences between Regulation Crowdfunding and Regulation A+ raises.
Mailbag: Bitcoin’s Surge; Finding Startup Potential
By Early Investing on July 29, 2018
The Early Investing team looks at whether bitcoin's rally has legs and how to identify pre-IPO startups to invest in.
Startups Should Be Wary of SoftBank’s Approach to Venture Capitalism
By Andy Gordon on July 25, 2018
SoftBank is fond of writing big checks to fund startups. But founders should be wary. Big checks can come with big problems.
Q&A: Think Long Term With Pre-IPO Investments; Living on Bitcoin
By Vin Narayanan on July 15, 2018
When you invest in a pre-IPO startup, you to need to wait (for now) for one of two key events to profit on your investment.