Investing Basics
Choosing a Bank for Angel Investing
Look: you're probably going to want a separate bank account for your angel investments. If you’re making angel investments, your bank account isn’t just a p...
How to Find Angel Investors
Finding the right angel investor can feel a little like matchmaking: you’re not just looking for a check, but for someone who gets your vision, fits your sta...
Understanding Pro Rata Rights
When you make your first angel investment, the term "pro rata rights" might pop up in conversations or documents. It sounds technical, but it’s actually a si...
What Are Roll-Up Vehicles?
If you’re just getting into angel investing, you might have heard the term “roll-up vehicle” (or RUV) thrown around. These are a relatively new way for indiv...
What is a SAFE?
If you’re exploring startup investing, you’ll quickly run into the term SAFE. No, it’s not just about keeping your money safe: SAFE stands for Simple Agreeme...
What is a Valuation?
If you spend any time around startups, you’ll hear people talk about "valuation" a lot — and for good reason. A company’s valuation is basically its estimate...
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