How To Start A SAAS

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                                             Being a Fund Manager
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                                          I don't like financial brothers. I don't like Wall Street culture and their "brotherly" habits. When I say financial buddy, I mean the kind of guy you saw in The Wolf of Wall Street. I studied finance in college and met many kids who thought they were better than others because they knew money. They were very proud. And I am in no way a super person. One of the reasons I started teaching about funds was to humble myself and tell other people who don't have the "financial buddy" mentality that they still have funds and nothing crazy. I wanted to show you that you can make enough money too.
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                                         I know many fund managers who don't consider themselves wealthy and successful, even though they see them daily. I mean, they've got the good stuff, but they're simple, conservative, and not flashy or luxurious like you see in the movies. They are one of the nicest, kindest people I have ever met. Think of Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger. Can you imagine them spending a lot of money unnecessarily? I can't! I also think of my mentor, who didn't even know he had this kind of wealth until he found out about it from one of his partners in college. What I'm trying to say is that you can be successful without all that crap.
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                                          I think one of the things that makes a good hedge fund manager is understanding your strengths and weaknesses. If you can admit your mistakes and humbly accept that you are wrong most of the time, you are on the right path to success. The best managers know what they lack and who they need to bring to the team to fix it. A check and balance are required. You need systems, partners, and processes that help you reduce mistakes. These are the attributes of a good fund manager, not strippers or cocaine. It's also ironic to see how often these financiers burn out and fail. Living this lifestyle is exhausting. If you want to stay in this game for the long haul, you must develop a sustainable lifestyle. It's also important to remember that money only amplifies who you are.
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                                          If you are humble and a giving person, you are likely to use your wealth to help more people. It may be gone. I remember a story about a fairly wealthy man I know. He was invited on a private plane with a business associate many times wealthier than him. He was conservative. He buys nice things, doesn't waste his money, and cherishes his time with his family. He said the entire flight was spent listening to these other men talk about how depressed and awful their lives were.
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                                         Most are divorced, and some have been divorced multiple times. They didn't get along with anyone. They said they were lonely, and everyone felt aimless and just unhappy. These men must have had every reason to be happy. They had the cash to get what they wanted. But they didn't because they focused on the outside instead of the inside. I think about it a lot and don't want that to happen to me. A good fund manager knows that relationships with other people are far more important than money. Good fund managers are people who care about managing other people's money. Their investors' interests come first, not their own. The biggest question to ask yourself is "why?" As Simon Sinek says, "What are your reasons?" Why do you want wealth? Could you spend more time with your loved ones? or celebrate?
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                                        The best managers are those who have a meaningful "why." Without a good and fair it would be difficult to stay in the game for long. In a good fund, the manager makes money through his clients, not himself.
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                                         Over the last few years, I have more than doubled my team. My partner and I are constantly discussing how to coordinate incentives for everyone. We both despise hourly wages. Hourly wages can hit small businesses. It's easy to set up initially, but toxic in the long run. When an employer pays someone a lower hourly rate, they are telling them not to put too much effort into their work. I want my employee to start at $15 an hour, but I want to move to a profitable pay structure as soon as possible. Starting this way works well because you can see if you are both fit for the job. In that case, let's change the structure and get on board in earnest. 
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                                         I love that Jack Welch, the former CEO of General Electric, has always had a positive attitude. I have always admired his personality. As a young man, Jack spent a day with an executive and learned more about his business. The manager said one day that Jack probably knew more about the business than he did! Jack used to be an incredibly respected employee, manager, and CEO. One of the things Jack did when he was CEO was: 'This year we promoted 15% of our employees, we laid off 15%, and the remaining 70% of our employees were retained.' We will keep our employees this year. Not just the current year but every year. Jack says that he doesn't want to take a job that doesn't pay as much as he deserves. Ultimately, he wants to set his expectations and tailor his employee incentives.
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                                         You need to make sure your system can handle the growth. Entrepreneurs are in businesses that build and create visions. The CEO is involved in the system business. If one is much better than the other, you either don't have a big business or you won't. There comes a time when you have to take some decisions. This is an important time. If entrepreneurs try to build a vision without building a system, they will find themselves voted off by the board or collapsed in some way.
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                                         I hired a content development manager to grow our presence on YouTube. He told me there is a flat rate of $_______/month. I responded to his offer and said, "Well, that's not very exciting." What's your motivation? If you paid a little less than you requested for the month but still meet the criteria, I will pay you an additional $____. (It goes far beyond what he originally suggested.) We developed different metrics and planned different performance bonuses together. We were both much happier.
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                                         <b>Incentives for your Investors and Fund Managers</b>
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                                         1. Why do you think I'm so supportive of not charging management fees when first launching funds? because the incentives are out of alignment. It fosters moral hazard for both me and my employees. I hate the fact that fund managers can make money when investors don't! Telling investors that you are willing to manage the fund without charging a management fee shows them that you are willing to invest. Investors want us to align incentives with them.My funds generally use one of two fund structures:
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                                         2. I will have an 8% preference with an 80/20 split after that. This means that I (the fund manager) don't make a dime until I return 8% to my investors. For anything above 8%, the GP (the fund) will take 20% of the profits, and the investors will take 80% of the profits.
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                                          3. I have a 20% priority with a 50/50 split. That means I won't earn anything until I return 20% to the investors. Otherwise, I receive 50% of the profit. Pretty crazy, right? It shows how confident you are in the deal. The same type of incentive structure is the best way to reward staff within the GP. Everyone should focus on the goal of achieving a high ROI. Many fund managers would say, "And if you get a 20% return, you can get a bonus worth $XX, $XX." Aligning incentives keeps everyone focused on the same thing. Unity and collaboration build organically because everyone has the same goal in mind. Finally, incentives are critical. So, make sure your incentives and expectations are clearly defined for all stakeholders and partners.
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                                         <b>The Easiest Way to Get Started as a Fund Manager using Hard Money Loans</b>
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                                         "I want to start a private equity company right now, but I have no experience." You start from scratch, buy a multi billion-dollar company, and become a private equity fund manager. I say, "Wait a minute." I don't know if that will happen anytime soon. However, there are some simple, small funds you can start with:
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                                         Build your investor base, and then slowly start working up to building
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                                         All entrepreneurs say, "I have this great idea." We're going to make a lot of money. It’s going to be crazy. Like sand in the sea, we have ideas. However, the execution of this idea is not very common. I told myself that when I launched my first fund. And I can get bigger and bigger over time. And that's the approach I took. I've started a lot of companies, and those that started with these big ideas had to raise tens of millions of dollars over time. They never worked. You're probably saying to yourself right now, "That's great, but I'm not." I can rush forever. I wake up at 6 a.m. every day and can walk all day. I say so at first, but when I get stuck, my motivation drops steadily!
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                                         But if you can keep turning small wins into big wins— even bigger wins into big wins—over and over again, it builds confidence. People trust you, and they want to work with you at this point. I would like to share with you a simple method I have found to raise funds to go to space. I started small. I started a business making loans—small, short-term bridge loans. There are many things you can do when talking about loans, but first, let me describe one or two scenarios. Ask yourself: Where can I put the money to help grow my business? Real estate is a very easy way to make a lot of money, but you have to be smart. In fact, in my lifetime, I have spoken with friends who have turned over 300 homes. They said something attentive: "The interesting thing about flipping is, do you know who made the most money out of all this?" A lender is a person who lends money to renovate a house. If you can stay on the other side of the table, it makes all the difference out there.
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                                         That's all I needed to hear. To illustrate how it works, let's say you have a house for sale for $200,000; Some people think you can sell it for $250,000 with a little work, but I don't have the money, so come see me! I usually say, "Hey, I'll give you $170,000 today." I have to put a little bit of my skin into the game. It says $30,000, but I'll be number one in my house.
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                                         If you don't give me back my money or something, with my money I could run away to the Bahamas, but I own the house. I'm no real estate expert, but if I got my house today, I would probably sell it for a $190,000 discount. Still, it made a profit of $20,000, all right. We set the loan for 6 months. I gave him his $170,000.
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                                        Another good option if you don't have $30,000 but need funding for a renovation is to take advantage of a line of credit. So, write him a $30,000 line of credit that you can withdraw $10,000 at a time. Then, before they withdraw more money on that line, do a weekly or monthly survey to make sure they're doing what they say. gives him $170,000 and is due in 6 months and 1 day. Combined with the $30,000 revolver and his $170,000 loan, he has a total loan of $200,000 over six months. He will renovate the house and then (if all goes well) sell that asset for about $250,000. He's going to pay me back $200,000 plus a little interest. So, in six months, that's $214k. And tada! I just made $14,300 doing barely anything. Isn't it similar to a hard-money loan? This type of loan is commonly called a "bridging loan."
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                                         This is a simple and easy way to get started. So many realtors need money for a down payment and don't have it but want to get started. You must be thinking, Vijay, "I have no money." I don't have $200,000 to set up syndication. Raise capital. So be a middleman! These are the perfect deals. It's a safe and stable investment because if the deal fails, you can take the asset and sell it at a discounted price and still make money! This is the easiest type of deal to sell to an investor. I do this twice a year and get 14% to 18% returns on these hard money loans. It is amazing! Remember, hours are one of the most important factors in IRR. If you close a deal that gives you an 11% return in 6 months, you're getting a 22% annual return. My funds from loans are typically not backed by real estate. However, they are usually only issued for about 45 days. And usually, you get about 20% of your money back in those 45 days. Can you imagine that, IRR? This is a great way to start, as it gives you confidence. We provide microloans. My credit score ranges from $5,000 to $15,000, And it was so easy to get started.
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                                         I started small and grew slowly, and now I can close several large real estate deals. In the larger deals, you don't have to go it alone. You can pool your money together! If someone comes to me and says, "Vijay, I need a million dollars," I say, "I'll give you a million dollars." If you can provide real estate, it's worth $1.3 million. "Show me the appraisal, and besides, I want to be the best on this property." Show me a quote for a California cabin or beach house. Always have people give up their collateral. I can take a $1.3 million lien on his home, which covers the risk of spending my money. I can take their house if they don't pay back or if it fails. Luckily, they paid us back! They paid $1.2 million after the deadline, and the deal was done. I made $200,000 in 5 months!
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                                         You are probably wondering, "How do I find offers?" Tell people you have money. Start saying "lend" if people have real estate collateral, or if they have car or machine collateral. I am looking for house mortgages as collateral. You can repeat this pattern and get bigger and bigger until you start trading $10 million, right? This path isn't for everyone, but it worked for me.
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                                        Working in finance is one of the most lucrative industries to enter, but it's also one of the most competitive, and you need to be willing to work long hours when you start. That being said, are there any jobs that are better than other finance jobs? They are, however, few in number and, in my opinion, ranked as given below.
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                                         <b>1. Investment Banker</b>
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                                         These people are hired to handle large-scale liquidity events. They are part of the M&A team, helping companies go public, etc. But it's a difficult route! During his first two years, he worked 60 to 100 hours a week. With a salary of $100,000, he could earn a salary of $150,000 right out of college. However, depending on the number of hours worked, hourly wages range from $25 to $35.After working as an analyst for two years, he has an MBA. These investment bankers end up making tonnes of money in the end! Most of these investment bankers start with their own money after they burn out. But why not skip all that and start your own fund today?
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                                         <b>2. Insurance Advisor</b>
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                                         These consultants are basically salespeople. They sell life insurance, home insurance, and investment products! Yes, many successful brokers sell "insurance products" that are essentially investment products! The starting salary for this job is $70,000. After all, consultants who use their expertise to create their own products can earn up to six figures. Working hours are normal (40–50 hours per week), so it's a good deal.
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                                         <b>3. Fund Manager</b>
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                                         They pool capital from investors and make top-notch investments. Many investment bankers want to become fund managers because it can be very lucrative. For example, Ken Griffin's monthly income is $100 million. It's his money, not even his personal investment! You can become a fund manager if you want! A normal person can do this. Don't lie to yourself!
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                                         <b>4. Private Equity Partner</b>
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                                         These employees analyze deals and companies targeted for acquisition. They merge, acquire, buy, and sell. Starting salaries range from $110,000 to $200,000 but vary widely. If you become a partner in a PE company, you can earn more than six figures! But if you really want to go, you don't have to start a PE fund and climb the ladder.
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                                         Starting a fund is not easy. It’s a big deal. It takes a lot of your time. It’s like starting a business! However, the rewards are unimaginable! The following formula has paid massive dividends for me! Starting with a passive fund is not easy either. Passive investment is a type of long-term investment in which assets are bought and held for a relatively long period. Passive investing takes advantage of the almost inevitable real estate uptrend rather than taking advantage of the day with frequent deals. Passive investors do not engage in the day-to-day running and/or operations of the property. Passive investing is also called passive management, and passive investors in multifamily syndicates are usually called limited partners.
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                                         Compared to active investing, passive investing is relatively easy, as it saves you the trouble of understanding the day-to-day nature of the market to generate sporadic or superior returns. Many potential investors don't want to be landlords or care for their property. As a passive investor, you simply invest your money in real estate deals that you may not be able to afford. The crowdfunding nature of syndication has made it possible for many passive investors to participate in this type of opportunity. In addition, the general partner (syndicate or sponsor) keeps passive investors informed of the asset's value and performance through monthly or quarterly reports.
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                                         One of the best platforms for passive investing is the Multi-Family Syndicate. By becoming a passive investor in a syndicated deal, a busy individual no longer has to manage the property, as it is handled by the deal's syndicator. You have the freedom to engage in other ventures while passively generating monthly, quarterly, or yearly income.
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                                        It's a great way to build long-term wealth and a popular investment philosophy among wealthy people, especially because syndicators decide where and how your money is spent. Potential passive investors should understand the financial terms of the deal before investing. For the sponsor, experience is an added benefit and may determine success rates.
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                                         Passive investors should check the details of the profit split so that they can understand the economic merits of the deal. It is also important to consider various factors, such as the demographics, the location of the property you intend to purchase,the sponsor's plans for the property, and whether those plans are short-term or long-term. Ask related questions such as: "Are these plans viable?" Are profit splits well understood? Does the sponsor have a strong background (as an old investor) or promising prospects (as a new investor)? Is this the right market?  
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                                         Legal documents are also important in syndication agreements. A Limited Liability Company (LLC) Operating Agreement is one of the documents that a potential passive investor should be familiar with, as is a Private Placement Memorandum (PPM). These documents describe the protocols and principles that guide the company and syndication agreements and also highlight potential risks associated with the transaction. Passive investors may exercise this right, as sponsors are already required by securities law to provide passive investors with transaction documents (offerings) that describe the terms of the transaction and the risks of the transaction.
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                                         You should also use the services of a real estate attorney and/or financial advisor. Passive investors have a wide range of offers to choose from and different ways to take advantage of those offers. They are also part of a limited liability company (LLC) along with other investors and are protected from legal issues related to loan obligations and real estate. These are some of the reasons why passive investing is becoming an increasingly popular investment strategy.
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                                         Investing in a fund is not as simple as investing in a company. There are many different licenses and regulations that you must take into account.Investment funds are required to have an investment manager, one who can control the investment decisions of the fund. He must be licensed by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
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                                        Besides this, as we all know, Regulation D-506-B is a compulsion as it allows companies to raise an unlimited amount of capital through general solicitation, which means they can advertise their investment opportunity and market it in any way they want. It also allows investors to invest in these funds anonymously, which means they don't have to provide their personal information when making an investment decision.
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                                        One needs to register with the SEC before setting up an investment fund. It will then assign a registration number to them. Investing in real estate is a lucrative business. However, before you can start your investment fund, you need to get the right licenses. The Series 65 license is one of those licenses that you need to apply for if you want to set up an investment fund. The Series 65 license is required by any individual who acts as an Investment Advisor Representative. This license is required if the individual will give securities or investment advice to clients or prospective clients and/or be compensated for doing so.
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                                         These licenses, on the other hand, are required for investment funds because they are frequently set up as partnerships and allow the fund manager to share in the fund's profits. One of them becomes a General Partner, who owns a stake in the partnership and is in charge of its management. He charges a management fee to manage the partnership on behalf of all partners. They could also stay on "carried interest," which is an incentive fee that provides for an ownership stake in future profits or income generated by a business venture.
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                                         So, you should prepare yourself before going to a lawyer for your investment fund too. This will save you a lot of money and time!
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                                         You would not like a lawyer to be your teacher and teach you about funds, i.e., what an LPA is, what carried interest means, or what catch-up or clawback is. You have to figure it out beforehand because lawyers like to teach you all of that and bill you by the hour. If you do not know your finances, they can range from $30 to $50 thousand. It will save you a lot of time and money in your pocket if you know what a PPM is, a capital rate, or a profit. So, I have put a bit of a questionnaire over here so that you can see it and do your research to go through this quiz so that it will help you a lot when pitching this to a lawyer and getting a rate or a quote on how much it’ll take to put together your legal documents. All this is to walk you through these points.
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                                         Question number one here is: What type of interest are you offering (debt or equity)? Are you going to have just equity players, debt, or a mixture of both? Number two is: what rights will that interest carry? i.e., debt with the right to convert to equity with or without voting rights. What is the value of the interest price per unit? Are you going to sell units? You may go with How much cash do you tend to raise (Min./Max.)? What is the timeline for the offering (start and end)? Will the money be used for paying employees or paying legal fees? What will be your preference, your catch-up, or your carried interest? Are you going to charge a management fee?
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                                         Following that, you should decide what state you want to be incorporated in. What problems does the company solve? What are the company’s goals for the next few years? This questionnaire also includes the executive team, which includes the three circles we discussed earlier: your expert investor, fund manager, and money raiser. Who will you appoint to your executive team? It is also an important question that you can put in your legal documents. There are several other questions related to the company’s future, like what could happen if a partner dies. What is succession planning?
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                                         How long are the funds of investors going to be locked up? Can they pull their money out during the tenure? All this will help you as a reference guide. It might look a bit complex. Yes, it is. You need to think through a few things, but it’s not as crazy as you think.
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                                         <b>Structuring Your Fund Dream Team</b>
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                                         A fund is typically made up of different people coming together to form a profitable venture. This is especially true when scaling. Berkshire Hathaway, for example, employs over 392,000 people. It's not a typo. By way of overview, Wyoming's population is just over 500,000. That's a damn pay slip. But ensuring that the fund continues to perform well and grow globally is worth it. If you're reading this,you probably don't want to launch a fund that's one of the top 100 companies on the planet.
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                                          At least not yet. You're probably looking for a select few people to help you get through the hard times, and that's one of the biggest keys. Don't be selfish in this business. If you want to grow, you need to find other people to help you. Here are some of the different areas to consider when building your fund's dream team:
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                                         <b>Roles</b>
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                                        I have always preached that there are three main areas to cover in managing your money.
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                                         You may be wondering how these roles are defined in your fund setup. Keep reading First, fund managers are typically CFOs (Chief Financial Officers) and/or CCO’s (Chief Compliance Officers). These guys keep things running smoothly with the fund. Manage various positions and maintain communication between investors and funds. As the fund grows, the CCO's role becomes more important. He has over $100 million under management and needs someone who is an expert in all things SEC to give would-be investors the confidence they need to move forward.
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                                         Second, you're going to need someone who is a master of networking, pitching, and ultimately raising capital. This is often the biggest hurdle for fund managers. They have contacts, they know, but they don't seem to connect with the right people or groups. Don't let your pride get in the way of getting the money you need. Instead, invest in someone who knows what to do.
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                                        Third, you need a CIO (Chief Investment Officer). These are often people who have set up funds themselves. A position where multiple people, and ultimately the entire team, can identify the most lucrative deals. Along with you, there is a growing need for highly skilled people in each of these sectors, and letting go of some of your control or equity will pay off in the long run.
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                                         Boards and Committees
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                                         Although this is the way most people get started, a board or investment committee adds credibility to your fund. They're great resources, but don't expect them to play an active role in their day-to-day operations. Most board members only attend a few meetings throughout the year, so it's wise to work with them. Having people with strong reputations on your board increases your reputation exponentially. This gives investors the confidence they need to commit to you and work with you. Most investment committees use their experience to find solutions and help solve the fund's biggest problems.
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                                         Compensation
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                                         This is where the rubber meets the road. SEC regulations can make reimbursement of funds difficult, so check everything with your attorney to make sure you're compliant. Compensation for the various members involved in an organization also varies greatly depending on its size and structure. But this is what I usually observe. Equity financing is usually required when starting a fund. Over time, you'll ideally move to more debt-based funding, but don't be afraid to give up a little equity to get started. The fund's three main areas of fundraising are the most flexible. We found that if the position is filled by someone who has just raised money, the fee is only 0.5% of the total funds raised. However, as a rule of thumb, the reward is divided by three. Assign 1/3 of the fund to the manager, 1/3 to the fundraiser, and 1/3 to the CIO. Most compensation for committees is usually tied to some kind of performance fee. When the fund is doing well, so is the committee. It is important to note that stock positions do not have to stay the same forever.
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                                         Overall, a well-organized team can mean the difference between successful and unsuccessful fundraising. As you grow and develop, I highly recommend doing your due diligence to find the most qualified people to help you. Don't be afraid.During my journey as an entrepreneur and fund manager, I’ve learned the way to get things done fast, but it isn't because I'm super smart or simply way better than the typical person. It's because I love paying for shortcuts. The reason why shortcuts are so popular is that they save time. They make it easier for people to get the same results that it would take them hours or days to achieve.
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                                         Below I have given some reasons why you should pay for fund investment shortcuts:
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                                         <b>1) Financial Shortcuts:</b> Fund managers have been using shortcuts to improve their performance for decades. As a result, they have become experts in what strategies work best and how to get the most out of them.
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                                         <b>2) Best Fund Investment Shortcuts:</b> The best fund investment shortcuts can help you make informed decisions about which funds to invest in. This can be a very big mistake if you don't know what you're doing. You'll learn more quickly and easily. A shortcut is when someone shares their expertise.
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                                         <b>3) Entrepreneur:</b> Entrepreneurs need to be able to make quick decisions and act on them quickly. They need the ability to take risks and not be afraid of failure.
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                                         <b>4) Time is Money:</b> The longer it takes an investor or entrepreneur, the higher the risk. Investing takes a lot of time and effort, but shortcuts can help you save both of these things, which in turn will give you more free time to spend on other things.
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                                         <b>5) It saves you money:</b> You might be able to find some free investment advice online, but it won't be as good as advice from someone who has spent years investing and learning about how it works.The best shortcuts in fund investment are not available to the public. They are only available to those with the right connections and those who can afford them. Investing in a fund is not as easy as it sounds. There are a lot of options, and fund managers have different approaches to investing.
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                                         That is why you should pay for an investment shortcut that will help you make better investments and save time by avoiding all the mistakes that you would have otherwise made.
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         I would like to explain my 3-step strategy for fundraising and finding investors. These three steps have helped me raise capital many times.
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                                         <b>1. Go to Where the Rich Are</b>
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                                         First, brainstorm and write down all of the places where wealthy people hang out. This can be anything from entrepreneurship events to NFL or NBA games. There are two ways to get there.
                                         <ul>
                                           <li>Become accustomed to (very slow: building relationships and adding value in a variety of situations)</li>
                                           <li>Shop your way in (from buying a Ferrari to joining Ferrari club to donating to charity). Also join the mastermind group i.e., Pay to enter a particular room with wealthy people.</li>

</ul>
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                                         <b>2. Confront Potential Investors</b>
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                                         Get out of your comfort zone and get into the right mindset. Remember, you are here to meet investors. Investors are looking for motivated and confident fund managers. The first three sentences should gain investor recognition and interest. You have to give him or her what he or she wants. If you're a fund manager like me, it's already boosting your status. Use this to your advantage!
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                                         <b>3. The Invitation & Follow-Up</b>
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         After talking with a potential investor for a minute, they say, "If you have a good proposal, could you send it to me to see if I'm interested?"
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                                         If they agree, I will take their email and forward the offer over the next few months. I will then give them part of my funds. Even if they don't accept my deal, I have new connections, and they will know me as a "Fund Dealer".
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                                         <b>Is a Networking Group Worth Joining?</b>
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                        How many customers have you acquired through recommendations from friends and family? Prospects tend to trust people they know, and those personal connections drive business. But even Super Connectors' web has its limits. At some point, you have to go beyond who you know (and who they know) to forge a new relationship.
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                                         Networking groups enable business professionals to develop valuable relationships with peers. These connections help validate your ideas, generate new leads, and establish yourself as a community thought leader. Joining networking groups can help you grow your audience, but you should weigh the pros and cons and evaluate each group to determine which one is best for you.
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                                         There are many ways to build a network. But is there a way to network with fellow business people and make the connections you need to take your small business to the next level, Business Networking groups?
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                                         <b>The Power of Association</b>
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                                         <b>a) Increased Opportunities:</b> Join a networking group to showcase your products and services to a supportive audience. With a few keystrokes, an online networking group can connect you with thousands of potential customers who could benefit from your product or service.
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                                         <b>b) Broader Knowledge:</b> As an entrepreneur, you can do everything right, but you can never understand exactly why people choose your company. Networking groups let you hear firsthand what people are saying about you and your business. Members are unlikely to reveal the next great idea, but it will help improve ideas and execution and increase market response.
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                                         <b>c) Virus Effect:</b> A well-run group can have a "viral effect" on your business. You connect to an instant pool of candidates, but you can also access each member's network. A network of 20 people can quickly become a network of hundreds.
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                                         <b>Confluence's Disadvantages</b>
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         Networking groups have the potential to grow your business, but they are not without their drawbacks. If you do not pick your community carefully, you may lose time, cash, and treasured enterprise opportunities. Networking allows you to:
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         <b>a) Exorbitant Spending:</b> Membership fees for celebrity networking groups can be expensive. Even if it's a small fee, you can recoup the cost of commuting and time away from the office by attending networking events. These requirements may outweigh the potential benefits.
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                                         <b>b) Lost Time:</b> Maintaining useful connectivity in almost any network group is very time-consuming. It takes a concerted effort to get a true return on your investment. Remember, time is money, and returns are not guaranteed.
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                                         <b>c) Island effect:</b>Depending on the group you choose; you may find yourself isolated from other business opportunities. Some referral networks even discourage contributors from conducting commercial transactions with people outside the group. Your goal is to grow your audience, not narrow it.
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                                         <b>How to Detect the Exact Fit</b>
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         Not all network groups are the same. Just because a particular group is in the right industry doesn't necessarily mean that group is right for you. If you don't take the time to evaluate your options, you're doing yourself a disservice. Before joining a professional networking group, it's important to define what you want to get out of the experience. This will determine which type of group is best.
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                                          For example, would you like to connect with other local business owners whom you can send customers to?
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         If you join a networking group, establish yourself as a resource for its members. Your reputation can quickly rise through the ranks, and you can begin to build an audience to support you. invaluable in building dynamic connections. Evaluating the benefits of each potential network can help you find the right solution for your business goals.
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                                         Real estate investing is not a novel concept. However, the concept of raising money to invest in real estate is novel. If you have a large amount of cash to invest, you might be wondering how to get started. Although starting a fund can be a terrific way to gain money, it also requires you to consider the big picture. You need to consider how your business and industry will develop in the future. One of the best ways for you to create wealth for yourself and your family, if you're prepared to put in the work, is to start a fund.
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                                         It's as difficult to start and run a small business as it is to run a big one. You will suffer the same toll, financially and psychologically, as you did when you were brought into existence. It’s hard to raise the money and find the right people, so if you’re going to dedicate your life to a business, which is the only way it’ll ever work, you should choose one with the capacity to be huge.
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                          For example, would you like to connect with other local business owners whom you can send customers to?
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                                         It’s a personal choice to play bigger and to be okay with that. There is magic when you have the vision and guts to play bigger. What you're doing now versus planning to a higher level is a decision we all have to make within our businesses and what we're doing. If we’re going to set a goal, we've got to go all out anyway. Let’s say if it takes the same amount of work to do a $200,000 flip and a $20 million flip, then why not do the $20 million? Maybe it’s because people get scared; they want to work out, but they just don’t know how to play that big.
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         You should open up your mindset to play bigger. This is what Jack Welsh refers to when he discusses explaining vision, growing, and scaling up. That’s what Schwarzman and PayPal’s Steven have stated. That’s what a fund does. When you say the word "fund," it initially gives people a vision, and without you talking about other things, if we say we are going to launch a fund, it attracts incredible partners and people to you. The fund makes you play bigger because it gives you access to more capital and lets you invest in larger properties with greater returns.
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                                         <b>The 4 Most Common Investment Funds</b>
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                                        What's the difference between a fund that can be advertised and one that can't be advertised? Which funds can raise money from accredited or non- accredited investors? There are two big questions to ask yourself about fund types here. The first is who you can raise funds from, and the second is who you can advertise to. We ask these questions because the SEC likes to limit what we can and cannot do. How and from whom can you collect money? Each of these options requires filing with the SEC what is known as a "Form D."
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                          The great thing is that you can do it after you go out and raise money for the fund. Now that we've covered the basics, let's talk about each one.
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                                         <b>1) 506(b) Funds</b>
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         A 506(b) is the most common funding application. Under these fund applications, you may have as many (or more) accredited investors as you wish. You can also have 35 non-accredited investors. However, according to the SEC, these accredited investors must be "financially savvy." The SEC doesn't want to attract people who know nothing about investing. The SEC mandates extensive disclosure to non- accredited fund investors. Another interesting point here is that there is no need to ensure that the investor is accredited. The only limitation of this type of fund is that it cannot be publicly endorsed or promoted. As such, there is no Blackstone signage anywhere. It's a crazy thing called "word of mouth" or "networking."
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                                         <b>2) 506(c) Fund</b>
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         Well, 506(c) only allows you to have accredited investors. You also need to ensure that these individuals are accredited. That means W-2, self- employment tax, etc. However, it will allow the fund to be publicly advertised, making it easier to raise funds. Yes, you can advertise, but wealthy people can be put off by the amount of work required to provide tax records, cash flow statements, property details, and more. They are concerned about their privacy. This can deter investors who would otherwise have invested in you and your fund. When setting up a fund, it should be set up in such a way that investors can easily fund it. For this reason, most funds choose to file a 506(b). Under the 1933 Act, the SEC envisioned that only certain types of investors could invest in private investments.
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                                         Venture capital, private equity, hedge funds, etc. If you're raising money or looking to start your first fund, it's important to understand the different types of investors. I will briefly outline:
                                         <ul>
                                           <li>a) Non-Accredited investors</li>
                                           <li>b) Accredited Investor</li>
                                           <li>c) Qualified Client</li>
                                           <li>d) Qualified Buyers</li>
                                         </ul>
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         Knowing these terms is important because you don't want to collect money from the wrong person or get into trouble with the SEC. Or, on the other hand, if you're a passive investor, you don't want to give your money to people who don't know what they're talking about!
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                                       <h5 style="font-family: Helvetica;"><b>a) Non-Accredited Investor</b></h5>
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                                         When launching a fund, you usually want to avoid unaccredited investors. The criteria for non- accredited investors are:
                                         <ul>
                                           <li>
                                             His net worth is less than one million dollars (excluding his primary residence).
                                           </li>
                                           <li>
                                             or an annual gross income of less than $200,000 (for single applicants) or less than $300,000 (for joint applicants).
                                           </li>

</ul>
                                         However, when collecting money from them, you have to disclose your achievements and that you are their babysitter.
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                                       <h5 style="font-family: Helvetica;"><b>b) Accredited Investor</b></h5>
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                                         Accredited investors are essentially the opposite of non-accredited investors.
                                         <ul>
                                           <li>
                                             A net worth of one million dollars or more (excluding the domicile)
                                           </li>
                                           <li>
                                            or $200,000 or more per year (single) or $300,000 or more per year (joint applicants).
                                           </li>

</ul>
                                         Accredited investors are good, but not great. They can only charge one commission to accredited investors. For hedge funds, this is typically a management fee, but in others, it can also be a performance fee.
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                                       <h5 style="font-family: Helvetica;"><b>c) Qualified Client</b></h5>
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                                        Qualified Clients are the perfect type of client because they are eligible for both 506(b) and 506(c) funds and meet the criteria for 3(c)(1) enrollment. Please note that if you qualify as a Qualified Client, you are also an Accredited Investor by default. Benchmark -
                                         <ul>
                                           <li>
                                             The net worth of $2.1 million (excluding the principal residence).
                                           </li>
                                           <li>
                                             or $1 million in investment advisory services.
                                           </li>

</ul>
                                        
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                                       <h5 style="font-family: Helvetica;"><b>d) Qualified Buyer</b></h5>
                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         Qualified buyers are the second highest type of investor. You can invest in all funds, including 3(c)(1) and 3(c)(7). To become an eligible buyer, you must:
                                         <ul>
                                           <li>
                                             Have a net worth of $5 million (excluding the principal residence).
                                           </li>
                                           <li>
                                             $25 million for registered entities.
                                           </li>

</ul>
                                         Depending on the type of fund you are creating or managing and the amount of capital you are looking to raise, there are various SEC regulations and rules you need to be aware of.
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                                         <b>3)Crowdfunding</b>
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         Crowdfunding is a way for startups and entrepreneurs to raise money for various ventures from a large number of people without the typical SEC registration process.
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         Reg CF allows up-and-coming companies and non- accredited investors, who would normally be completely off-limits due to strict SEC restrictions, to participate in the action.
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         There are limits on the amount an unaccredited investor can contribute to a fundraiser. As of 2021, the capital cap per crowdfunding campaign is $5 million, which is five times higher than before. There are new rules about how much cash a person can have based on their asset class. There are no limits for accredited investors, so you can invest as much as you like up to the $5 million limit. For non- accredited investors, the maximum contribution amount is $2,200 or 5% of the investor's annual income or net worth, whichever is less
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                        Crowdfunding is a unique and innovative method that has greatly expanded the playing field for investors. It also makes it easier for people with lower net worth to enter the VC space, and we predict that the use of this investment vehicle will increase significantly going forward, especially with the new $5 million cap.
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                                         <b>4)Regulation A</b>
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         Regulation A is an exemption from the registration requirement introduced by the Securities Act of 1933 and applies to public offerings of securities. Companies that take advantage of the exemption have distinct advantages over companies that must be fully registered.
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         Regulation A was updated in 2015 to allow companies to earn income at two different levels, representing two different types of investments.
                                         <ul>
                                           <li>At Tier 1 (up to $20 million), companies have no ongoing reporting requirements but must provide a final status report on their offering.</li>
                                           <li>Tier 2 (up to $75 million) requires companies to prepare audited financial statements and provide ongoing reporting, including final status. But you can't have a fund without investors. So, choosing the right shelf is important. Make it easier for investors to give you money.</li>
                                           
                                         </ul>
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                                         <b>NFTs The Future and changes coming in it</b>
                                       </h5>
                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         Non-fungible tokens, commonly known as NFTs, are one of the most searched terms in 2021, surpassing Dogecoin, Blockchain, and even Ethereum in Google searches. They have become part of popular culture, with brands like Pepsi and Adidas following suit. NFTs are remodeling art, track, and sports, allowing the monetization of virtual assets. Everyone from Snoop Dog to Lionel Messi has launched their own NFTs, which has made them popular among icons. There is a possibility that 2022 will be an even bigger year for NFT technology as blockchain is about to change the world.
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         NFT has pioneered a whole new way of dealing with, financing, and promoting TV and film projects. A major disruption from blockchain-based NFT capabilities that tokenize tangible assets is expected to have a major impact on the traditional music and entertainment industries. This also means that NFT fans can post their songs on platforms inside and outside the Metaverse.
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                        In 2021, when most people were at home, gaming became the world's second-most important NFT application. NFT has achieved this through a blockchain-based play-to-win game that allows players to own their hard-earned assets and even redeem them for profits. Billions of dollars' worth of transactions are transacted every year on various NFT gaming platforms around the world.
                                       </p>
                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         There is always room for philanthropy when it comes to large sums of money, valuable assets, or large investments. Fundraising has emerged as a predictable outcome of NFTs as the world embraces the benefits of tokenization. With every transaction made using NFTs, an intelligent algorithm ensures that a portion of that money is donated. All transactions are transparent as blockchain technology is applied. Additionally, these cryptocurrency-based charitable donations come with near-instant reimbursement and lower transaction fees. NFTs have changed the way the gaming and entertainment industries work. Over the next few days, the future looks bright for NFTs in other industries as well.
                                       </p>
                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         With the dramatic rise of NFTs in the art world, many artists are realizing financial gains by conducting global auctions. This large-scale digital industry attracts more and more investors and art enthusiasts. It is changing the way art is valued, owned, and traded. And for clarity, NFT uses blockchain technology to verify ownership and provenance of this digital data.
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         NFTs are the flag bearers of this change and have proven to benefit both businesses and consumers. His global NFT market trading volume was $250 million in 2020, but it has increased significantly to more than $23 billion in 2021. For starters, NFTs can be any kind of digital asset with tangible proof of ownership and history. NFTs are fast-emerging proponents of moving assets and items into digital ownership so that anyone can buy and sell them in this open marketplace. Compared to past decades, 2022 will be remembered as a shift towards virtual real estate (the Metaverse), virtual markets, and the way people interact.
                                       </p>
                                       <p>
                                         On an unrelated note, let's dive a little deeper into the stuff of Investment funds and Holding companies.
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                                         <b>Funds</b>
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         We have discussed funds millions of times, but I would like to detail a few specifics. First, we hope to be quite familiar with the fund's LP/GP structure. The GP, or general partner, usually includes you, the fund manager, who will govern the activities of the fund. LPs, on the other hand, are your limited partners and investors who provide the majority of the capital. Both mean ideally working together with the same goal and direction in mind, but sometimes differences arise. Perhaps you, as a GP, see value in buying a certain asset and holding it for an indefinite period, while the LP focuses more on a buy-and-flip pattern. They want to be able to quickly access their money and be able to move it to other assets as the market or landscape changes. Because of this and the fact that LPs are people with money, you will see a lot of buys and sell patterns, thus making them shorter-term.
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                                         <b>Holding Company</b>
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         The holding company and the fund are like two brothers that you know are related but aren't really the same thing. You can almost think of a holding company as a SPAC or something. It is usually incorporated as an LLC or corporation, and you can essentially buy shares of that organization. Holding companies can be both public and private, with different advantages for each. Publicly listed holding companies are much more liquid, and stock trading is much easier. The benefit to the "fund manager" in this case is that you make all the decisions, and whoever buys into the business doesn't really have a say or control over what happens. It was really a vote of confidence from the investors, but they wanted to do it because of the quality of these people. Imagine that A is Warren Buffet. He didn't create a hedge fund, as people think. Instead, he runs his own holding company, and things are going very well for him. Overall, the biggest difference is that holdings are much more long-term. This is a buy-and-hold model, which can often benefit the fund manager. They've come a long way, and investors know it.
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         How many funds should I set up? When should I start the second? We'll answer these questions, but let's start with rule #1. Always start with assets. Do not spread it too thin. Now that you've made it this far, it's time to consider your options. Let's look at real estate. The normal duration of this fund is 3–10 years and the next consists of 3 phases.
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         Acquisition, value creation, and disposal. The acquisition period for the first fund is 2–3 years. As soon as this phase is over, you move on to value creation. Then it's time to launch another fund in Phase 1. This allows you to focus on acquiring one fund at a time. Just as a company launches a "flagship product," multiple "flagship funds" can be launched to attract a variety of investors. However, before you get bogged down in introducing too many new subgroups, you should be aware that (1) you need to establish yourself as an expert on something and (2) your capital is commensurate with your capabilities. Remember that you need to make sure that you create a new fund if there is demand! Don't offer investors five different funds if you haven't finished raising one of your targets. When providing an investor with a commodity platform, the following must be provided: two basic types of funds.

</p>
                                       <p>
                                         <b>a)</b> Growth-oriented fund: seeks to increase IRR as much as possible.
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                                       <p>
                                         <b>b)</b> Income-related fund—focused on rent and more frequent distributions.
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         VCs and PEs follow a similar pattern to real estate, but consider the following:
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         Ventures are a lot like real estate, but they likely don't have other products. Private equity follows the same pattern, usually with strategies, company types, and goals already established. In theory, an open vehicle has no predictable ending, but a closed vehicle has a predictable ending. For example, hedge funds and cryptocurrency-related funds are permanent because once started, they are unlikely to disappear and stop. If there is a demand and a surplus, go ahead. But as I generally say about one of the quotes, "I recommend starting with a product, a paper, or a strategy and building from there." If successful, you can start launching different products.
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                        Listen to your investors! What does the market want? Communicate with them, understand what's going on, and get on the same page as them. Ultimately, when you launch your next fund is entirely up to you, but remember that there are many strategies to consider.
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                                         <b>Why You should too Take the Series 65 Exam</b>
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         I want to tell you all the reasons why I took the 65- series exam a few years ago and why you should too. People in the financial industry have a history of stealing money, probably because they are so glamorous. This is why the SEC and other regulatory bodies have passed laws or issued licences to prevent fraud. One such licence is Series 65. The number 65 doesn't matter, but it's essentially an investment advisory license. Every banker or advisor you know probably has a Series 65. Series 7 licences are for traders and brokers. Series 65 is a 3-hour, 140- question exam, so it's tough. I bought an online course and scored 63% on a practice test without studying. It's not a bad score if you know you need about 70% to pass. But I knew very little about it. I was determined to get the best score possible. But I didn't do it to show off.
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                                       <p style="font-family: Helvetica;">
                                         The reason I took the exam was so that I could charge my funds for administrative fees. So, what's the big deal? Many funds use 2/20 (2% management fee, 20% interest). If my fund returns 22%, the investor will receive approximately 17%, and management (me) will receive approximately 5%. 5% may not seem like much, but 5% of a $100 million fund is $5 million! Without a license, I initially started two funds and made a profit, but with a license, I could have made more.
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                                         After passing, I will be considered an "Investment Advisor". Then I can start my fund, and my only "client" will be the fund. My "clients/funds" pay me 2% of what they earn! If the fund performs well, we will also charge a management fee and a success fee!

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                                         Do not charge administration fees on initial funds. Investors may be reluctant to invest in someone with no track record of success, and administrative costs may keep them away.
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                                         <b>Portfolio Management & Risk Mitigation</b>
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                                         This part discusses some aspects of risk management. First, you need to think like your financial advisor. You have a "basket" of stocks, bonds, alternative assets, etc. that make up your portfolio. As the portfolio manager for a private fund, you are responsible for mitigating as much risk as possible for yourself and your investors. Some different approaches and strategies need to be understood to mitigate risk. Let's take a look at some of them here:
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                                         <b>a) Hedging</b>
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                                         In its simplest form, hedging is essentially investing in two different assets to offset the effects of a decline or slump in a particular asset. For example, one stock may plunge while another rises. If you hold positions in both, you can mitigate the negative impact a downturn could have on your portfolio. Investopedia has this to say about hedging: Regardless of which type of investor you choose, a basic knowledge of hedging strategies will give you a better understanding of how investors and companies work to protect themselves. If you hedge too much, you don't even need to make money. Therefore, it is important to find a happy medium and invest with a well-adjusted rate of risk.
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                                         <b>b) Agenda</b>
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                                          It is important to clearly understand and define the fund's agenda. Will you be aggressive or conservative? Are you dependent on your income? Or do you save tax? What are your fund's goals and endgame? Whatever you choose, you must be an expert and always look for ways to mitigate risk within your given expertise. Real estate, stocks, venture capital, foreign exchange, and more
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                                         <b>c) Commercial Real Estate Example</b>
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                                          To illustrate what I mean, let's look at an example of a fund dealing with CREs. Let's assume 80% of the assets are buildings in major cities along the East Coast. Something to consider is the geographic risk of them all being relatively close together. Are all of these buildings used for the same purpose? To balance that position, you might put the remaining 20% into West Coast real estate. Or maybe you should invest in a building in the Midwest. Granted, it's not where you make your money, but it's a great safety net in case something goes wrong. The same goes for nearly any portfolio. Invest in what balances your wealth. For the best understanding of this, I highly recommend David Swensen's book, Pioneering Portfolio Management. Swensen managed the Yale Foundation and had an amazing track record. When people asked him how he did it, he said he did the hard part of investing.
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                                         <b>d) Concentration Risk</b>
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                                          This is a technique used by fund managers to describe how far they are willing to go with an investment. In short, I would say to the LP assuming "I will never invest more than X% in X to protect my investors and the fund itself." The parameters of this agreement are generally set forth in legal documents and shall not exceed these stated limits. You may come across deals that make you want to jump over the very barriers you've erected, but these limits protect everyone involved in the long run.
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                                          I hope my point came across as clearly as I would have liked when I wrote this. Sometimes the best offence is a good defense. It is very important to remain calm and ensure that all possible risk mitigation measures are in place. This pays off across the board in unimaginable ways. It is also very important to set boundaries beforehand. So, at that point, you know which direction to take for the long- term benefit of your fund
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                                         <b>Crypto Funds</b>
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                                          Digital assets like Bitcoin have emerged as an alternative asset class that has seen unprecedented growth in recent years. But why are digital assets still shrouded in mystery? Crypto is a form of decentralized digital scarcity. There are currently more than 6,955 different types of cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin launched in 2009 but has doubled in value over the past year. These are balances stored on a public ledger, not actual currency. Bitcoin promises lower transaction fees than traditional online payment mechanisms, and unlike government- issued currencies, it is run by decentralized institutions. Depending on the purpose and reliability of the coin, some coins are treated as securities, while others are treated as commodities. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin are all considered commodities.
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                                          Cryptocurrencies are new and always changing. There are also individual currency traders, but crypto finance is on the rise these days. All cryptocurrencies have a market capitalization of $320 billion. Much of this value is held by individual investors, but most of it is also held by crypto investment funds. You may be wondering why an investor is looking for a crypto fund, but why would he hand over crypto assets to portfolio managers and traders in the first place? Investors do not want to be involved in the growing cryptocurrency industry and miss out on profits, so turn to knowledgeable cryptocurrency funds!
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                                          More and more talent is moving into digital assets from the traditional Hedge fund world. To understand crypto funds, think of hedge funds. They are crypto-only hedge funds that occasionally invest in blockchain or crypto-related startups. Digital Currency Group, Galaxy Digital, and Pantera Capital are all well-known names in the crypto fund world.
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                                          The world is trying to understand how these assets should be regulated. The SEC recently issued regulations regarding cryptocurrency funds. This is new investment territory for everyone! But Bill Gates said that the future of money is a digital currency. And I'm with him! Crypto finance is an area to consider. There are such a lot of picks, so don't restrict yourself!
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                                          So far, we have been through many considerable things that can be useful for you to become what you want to be through Private Equity, Real Estate or maybe Venture Capital, etc. But I am trying here to put together the knowledge I have gained in these past few decades that will help you raise your first million dollars, or maybe more than that, as you desire. Let’s move ahead and look at some other fund structures or strategies you should keep yourself aware of because it is not just about raising money but having a deep knowledge of funds, which you can perceive through this book.
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                                         When I started the fund, I was very nervous about asking one of my mentors, 'What happens to the money in my fund when someone invests?' Once the money comes in from investors, where does it go? It may seem like a silly question, but the answer is not so obvious. Suppose Investor A invests his $10 million and Investor B invests his $40 million in your investment fund. What will happen to this money? First, you (the fund manager) must prove that you own this fund. Next, you need to complete the paperwork and supporting documents. At this point, the money is still under the investor's control, but you direct it. Keep the cash in your account until you want it. You will need to set up a bank account for these funds, but not all banks are happy to take your money.
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                                          My Friend did some research and found out that different banks operate with different funds.
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                                           <li>a) Key Banks: Real Estate</li>
                                           <li>b) PacWest: Venture Capital & Private Equity</li>
                                           <li>c) UBS: Hedge</li>
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                                         <b>Returning to the example</b>
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                                          Do you want money from the ABC Company? You raise capital by transferring the money of investors A and B to a limited bank account, waiting a few days, and then investing the money in company ABC. In most cases, the implementation period can be as long as 3 years. This includes finding investors, raising capital, setting up documentation, and investing. The harvest period occurs 4–10 years after the start of the release of funds. The first outing, or "money out," can happen in the fifth year. Go back to your limited-liability bank account. The fund manager then decides whether to reinvest the money elsewhere or provide the investor with the long-awaited return. Usually, I've seen the latter. Fund managers find it very satisfying to hand their investors a big check after about four years of waiting. As a fund manager, you earn a performance fee (yay!) and that money goes to your joint bank. Part of the money is also paid for the administration fee (RIA). Here is the summary of the cash flow:
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                                         <b>Investor -> LP Bank -> ABC Company ->* Payback -> LP Bank -> Investor (performance), GP Bank (performance), and RIA (management).</b>
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                                          According to my friend, "Bank money owed is in all likelihood no longer the easiest cash to be had by investors." You usually have it in liquid investments like mutual bonds. You must have a distribution plan in place before starting your fund. When does the payment take place? What percent of the money goes where? This is important in determining if you and your investors want to make money. Real estate funds are profitable quickly, while venture capital is slow. You should establish a distribution schedule that suits the way you invest.
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                                           How to Use the Blue Ocean Strategy for Your Investment Fund
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                                          We do not try to capture market share in a highly competitive market with competing giants. I want to be a CATEGORY KING! Recently, I was in the process of launching a real estate fund, and I was involved in various aspects of fund management and structure, so it is still fresh in my memory. So, I thought I should write it down.
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                                           Strategy
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                                          The strategy I like to work on is called Blue Ocean Red Ocean (or Red Ocean Blue Ocean). This idea came from two books I love:
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                                            <li><b>1.</b> Blue Ocean Strategy</li>
                                            <li><b>2.</b> Play Bigger</li>
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                                          See how this strategy works with your money and your business as a whole. I would like to share some points with you. The market can be thought of as an ocean. Some of them are red oceans, and some are blue oceans. The Red Ocean is a market dominated by Category Kings, who hold about 80% of the market share in this segment. Usually in the Red Ocean, one of these kings or two of them are competing for market share. These markets are called Red Oceans because they are bloody. While these giant sharks fight and take over, their remaining 20% stake is junk for small businesses. The Red Ocean, Blue Ocean strategy suggests not trying to capture market share in a dominant market. We don't want him competing for a 1% market share; we want him to be the champion of the category!
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                                         Google owns 89% of all searches on the internet. They are the Category King of this Red Ocean. But there was another company you might have heard of called Microsoft, and they thought, "We need to get a piece of the internet search market share," and in 2009 they created a search engine called BING. And it totally flopped. Because BING was about to be better, not newer. At the time, some claimed it was faster or slightly better, but it didn't matter. It was basically the same product as Google. Existing customers didn't mind switching to a relatively similar product. And today, Bing still has only 4.5% of the market. This shows that even giant companies are struggling to gain market share from other cetaceans.
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                                           Do not Compete with Whales
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                                          A blue ocean is a market with few or no category kings and a lot of market share. There was another company that thought the same as Microsoft but decided to create something new instead of something better. The company was called YouTube. And instead of tackling all internet searches, they decided to create their own blue ocean on a site built around only video search optimization. Eventually they were bought by Google, and we all know how that affected the world today. YouTube is now the king of categories. There was also a small company called Amazon. Their dream was to become the leader in all things related to online retail, but they didn't start there. Initially, Amazon focused on becoming the leader in online book sales. Eventually, they became kings of the category before moving on to various online retail categories.
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                                          Try targeting "blue oceans" when considering where to invest your money. Sure, some traders can survive the Red Ocean successfully, but most will eventually fail. Our funds are too valuable to risk, and knowing you are diving into the blue ocean will help you sleep soundly at night. The blue ocean can be hard to come by, but it's worth looking for.
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                                        <h5><b>Search Funds and SPACs</b></h5>
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                                         On the other hand, we will also delve into SPACs and search for funds. This is one of the biggest trends we've seen on Wall Street in recent years. A Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) is essentially a public money pool. As a rule of thumb, SPACs are typically intended for eventual PE firms that are considering going public.
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                                          So, while SPACs have been around for a while, it's only recently that they've started to gain traction and popularity in the investment space. As mentioned earlier, a SPAC is essentially a pool of funds to which investors allocate capital and is subject to the IPO process. This pool of money acts as a public company and is used to buy and merge companies and take private organizations public. SPAC typically has a two-year term to acquire businesses for this purpose. After that period has passed and no acquisition by SPAC has taken place, the funds must be returned to the investor. However, as you read on, you'll quickly discover that when a SPAC was created, it wasn't a big deal; it was just a paper company.
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                                          So, why are investors putting money into SPACs? Specifically, they bet on jockeys. They believe they will achieve the goals set by the people behind SPAC. But SPAC is great. They're growing in popularity, and some investment banks fear they could lose a lot of power over these SPACs if regulations don't change. I hope this helps, gives you a better idea of how these are currently working, and gives you some ideas for starting your own SPAC.
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                                          Search funds are growing in popularity. But what are search funds? How does that work? And why is it becoming more popular? A search fund is an investment vehicle in which investors provide financial support to entrepreneurial efforts to find, acquire, manage, and grow privately held companies. Relatively inexperienced but confident entrepreneurs believe in themselves and their ability to add value to a company by buying it and taking on management responsibilities. Search funds typically offer attractive returns and mentoring opportunities for both managers and investors. "The search fund community continues to grow, thrive, and change." In the past two years, a record number of search funds have been launched, acquired, and used successfully. Average Search Funds spend three to ten years in new ventures before exiting. The main goals are to first analyze and understand the business, then create and customize a value creation plan, and then work on executing the plan.
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                                          Search funds usually have timers for acquisitions. They tell investors that if they don't identify a company, they want to pursue within the next two years (or however that is defined), the deal is closed. Unlike other funds, search funds only give you one chance to find the perfect deal. And it's not an easy process. By involving investors, you can significantly increase your fund and the newly acquired business. That's why search funds are a new and existing form of private equity.
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                                          <b>Is It Stressful Managing Other People's Money?</b>
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                                          Investing in other people's money may seem easy, but it comes with a lot of complications. When stock picks are near zero, investors expecting a 35% return next year may be in for a rude awakening. Investing in a relationship means dealing with unrealistic expectations that can dampen the relationship. Even if they want you to invest, they may not understand all the risks that come with it.
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                                          Failure to meet investor investment expectations can jeopardize relationships, while failure to meet expected returns can make things worse. Managing and accounting for losses can be difficult. Tell investors to suck it up. Do you let that person completely drain your bank account? Are you trying to make up for the difference with a new pick? There is no perfect way to deal with losing an investor's money. You should consider this risk before agreeing to invest.
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                                          By handling an investor's money, you may be breaking the law. Investment professionals must be registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or the state in which they operate. They are regulated by governments and professional organizations such as the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) to protect consumers.
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                                          There are many pitfalls for new investors. With any luck, you've avoided some of them or learned how to avoid some of them. The benefit of your experience can be a huge asset that you can pass on to your investors, and it will not cost you personally or financially. So, if you want to help investors, you must be able to show them how to analyze financial statements, trade online, or find online resources.
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                                          <b>Starting a Family Office from scratch</b>
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                                          Even if you're not rich now, you'll be rich someday! This information will be very helpful for you! How to Create a Family Office from the Ground Up! A family office is a collection of the wealth and money of wealthy families in one place. Let's say a family has $50 million. They don't have time to manage it, but they also don't want inflation to eat it up, so they set up an office where people can manage their $50 million. They hire a CIO and possibly a few others. The family chooses to pay 1% to 1.5% ($500,000 to $750,000 per year) for management fees.
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                                          <b>There are two types of Family Offices:</b>
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                                          Single Family Offices (SFO) and Multiple Family Offices (MFO). The SFO will operate as one entity, and the MFO will work with other family offices. So, with the combined funds, they hire one team, alleviating all expenses.
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                                          Despite being one of the richest families in the world, the Vanderbilts were poor planners, and by three generations, all their money was gone. So how do you keep your grandchildren from wasting money and becoming "trust fund babies"? Take the John D Rockefeller family. He died almost a century ago, but his descendants still hold considerable wealth!
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                                          The Rockefellers discovered that easy access to capital was what caused trust fund babies to suffer. So, they set up a Family Limited Partnership (LP)/Fund. It operates like a normal PE or VC fund. A general partnership consists of four to six people who make investment decisions. Let's say I'm the grandchild of this fund and I want student loans. My family doctor can decide whether or not to give me money. If they say yes, they will lend me the money I need. At this time, it is not possible to receive free money. Access to cheap capital.
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                                          If you want to invest money in real estate later, you have to go to the GP/Investment Committee! If you decide to take your capital out of gambling, you will be cut off from your family's bank funds! This system encourages offspring to act as entrepreneurs and rewards those who succeed! "Well, what if someone says that this is my family office, and what happens when I die?" Don't worry! GPs and investment committees still manage LPs and funds!
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