Understanding Securitization (& Capital Raising)

What’s up, everyone? Listen up, fund managers and fund admin! Today we’ll be defining and understanding securitization: raising capital from investors. What is Securitization? Securitization is a financial practice that involves transforming illiquid assets into marketable securities. It has gained significant popularity among fund managers as a means of raising capital. In this blog post, … More Understanding Securitization (& Capital Raising)

Investors vs. Allocators – What’s the Difference?

What’s up, everyone? Today, we’re going to clarify – investors vs. allocators – what’s the difference? There’s a significant difference between raising a few million dollars and raising hundreds of millions of dollars! Your capital raising strategy should differ from one situation to the other. So, pay attention as I explain the difference between an … More Investors vs. Allocators – What’s the Difference?

The “Second Close” of Raising Capital

What’s up, everyone? Hope your President’s Day weekend was great! Today, we’re talking about the “second close” of raising capital. I’ve been raising a lot of capital lately, and I often think about, but not necessarily talk about the second close. First Close There’s been multiple times where I get a “yes” on the first … More The “Second Close” of Raising Capital

Should You Invest in Sweater Ventures?

What’s up, everyone? Today, we’re answering the question: Should you invest in Sweater Ventures? Sweater Ventures is a newer company that is revolutionizing venture capital. I want to give you my thoughts on this fund – check out my new video (disclaimer: this is not financial advice). First, let’s review what a venture capital fund … More Should You Invest in Sweater Ventures?