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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Today, we’re elated to introduce the world to Sydecar, the frictionless deal execution platform for venture investors. We’ve raised $8.3M to build standards for VC and help thousands of new investors build their portfolios. Here's why:
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
We are thrilled to be partnering with @galeforceVC , @carolinejlewis , and @MacConwell on their new model that allows accredited investors to invest in multiple funds. We caught up with them on how 3-VC was born and their vision for changing LP access!
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Today, we’re taking a significant step towards our goal of becoming the standard infrastructure for private market transactions. We’re excited to announce our partnership with @Stonks_dot_com , the official home for startup demo days.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
1 year
Today, we’re furthering our mission of bringing efficiency, transparency, and liquidity to the private markets with the launch of Fund+. Fund+ was built for venture investors who want to put their capital to work supporting world-changing startups, not paying exorbitant fees.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
8 months
Today, we’re excited to share the launch of the Capital Extension Program, a collaboration between @MDSVCapital & Sydecar that will provide syndicates and emerging fund managers with follow-on capital to take advantage of their most promising opportunities & maximize returns.
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Sydecar
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We’re excited to announce the launch of Sydecar’s Syndicate platform, a powerful new tool designed to transform how syndicate leads manage deals and engage investors. Gone are the days of managing syndicates through fragmented tools. With our integrated platform, you can
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Sydecar
2 years
New on the blog: we talked to @NikMilanovic of The Fintech Fund / @twifintech about: 📈 Leveraging his newsletter to raise a $10M fund 🧠 Tips for managing his time as a solo capitalist 🪙His approach to investing in defi Enjoy!
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@sydecario
Sydecar
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(1/6) We’re excited to announce that Sydecar has now surpassed $1 billion in assets under administration (AUA)! Here's a snapshot of our progress:
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@sydecario
Sydecar
3 months
(1/3) Check out Sydecar in Times Square 🗽
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Sydecar
2 years
To continue this discussion, @ericbahn @chrisharveyesq and @niktalreja will host a chat on the future of private market infrastructure and how standardization is critical to building a platform with staying power. Join us Tuesday, December 27 at 12PM PST!
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Sydecar
2 years
Recent disruption in the fund admin space has left VCs reconsidering where and how they structure their investments. Given the average time horizon of a venture investment, investors must consider what allows these admins to scale, ensuring long-term sustainability and support.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
The JOBS Act 4.0, while currently only in discussion & drafting stage, would be a game-changer for emerging venture capital. Sydecar's co-founder & CEO @niktalreja provides some analysis today on the Sydecar blog:
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
How do you build a syndicate that stands out from the noise and endures through various macroeconomic climates? You don't build a syndicate. You build a community
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Why do VCs spend so much time on Twitter? With fierce competition for capital and access to deals, a VC’s brand can be the distinguishing factor they need to win. We discuss our fave VCs building their brands and how you can start:
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
The Sydecar team is growing, and we are looking for engineers! If you or anyone you know is interested in increasing access to private markets, having ownership of a product at its earliest stages, and working at a fast-growing startup, check out our job description! 👇
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Sydecar
2 years
Aspiring VCs often find them asking: should I raise a fund, or start with SPVs? At the end of the day, there’s no one size fits all solution for new investors -- but we're here to help you figure out the pros and cons of both approaches.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Sydecar is the cheapest, most efficient way for founders to aggregate angel checks on their cap table.
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Paul Griffiths
2 years
@diamondhawkins_ You can set a SPV up for your company, yes (cc: @sydecario )
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Sydecar
2 years
While recent events have highlighted that web3 is still somewhat of a regulatory gray area, there’s no doubt that VCs who participate in web3 investing are still held to the same restrictions and requirements that govern VC more broadly.
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Sydecar
1 year
To learn more about Fund+ and the amazing fund managers building with Sydecar, read our full announcement here! 🎉
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Sydecar
7 months
As of February 29, Sydecar has delivered 100% of K-1s to SPV and fund investors for the 2023 year, with the exception of vehicles that invested into a pass-through entity.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Love Sydecar and want to see more of us? We are on Tiktok now! You can expect product features, investing talk, and more of our team's lovely faces. 😇
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Sydecar
2 years
Great to see @ColinGardiner break down his syndicate's growth! We are proud to power your SPVs, so you can focus on building your relationships and deal flow. 💪
@ColinGardiner
Colin Gardiner
2 years
How to build a 200+ person syndicate in less than 6 months. 👇
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@sydecario
Sydecar
1 year
Building a syndicate is hard. You have to constantly source the best deals and find the right investors. Luckily, @ColinGardiner has advice. From co-syndication to social media, he broke down his journey building @yonderventures to 200+ investors. 📝
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Read more about how @Stonks_dot_com is using the Sydecar API to create the world's fastest SPVs:
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Sydecar
2 years
The opportunity in VC is greater than ever. But for aspiring investors, getting started can be intimidating, expensive + time-consuming. We're here to help! Sydecar's Help Center just went live on our site. Dig in to learn about SPVs, RIAs, ERAs + more!
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Sydecar
2 years
Today on the blog, we teamed up with our friend @TheFundCFO from @chapterone to talk about fund accounting, it's role in venture capital, and why it matters
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Sydecar
1 year
We are thrilled to team up with Mike Albang, CFO at @costanoavc for an event discussing their scout fund program! Join us June 15 to hear how the funds allow them to grow the next gen of investors, increase diversity, and strengthen the fund’s strategy.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
1 year
Structures with Sydecar: How Costanoa Ventures Uses Scout Funds
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Sydecar
2 years
For those just finishing up college or early in their careers, starting a career in venture capital may seem intimidating or even impossible. But there’s a new path for Gen Z VCs determined to push their way into the historically exclusive industry.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Early stage venture deals move pretty fast. If you have to wait 48 hours (or more) to open a bank account for your SPV, you could miss it.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
What was your biggest win of 2022? 🥇 Here’s some wonderful wins from our community! 👇
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@sydecario
Sydecar
1 year
Taxes are back on everyone's minds with the October 15 extension deadline looming. If you deal with complex financial activities, you've probably filed for an extension before.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
1 year
Sydecar’s Fund+ provides end-to-end fund formation and administration including automated banking, compliance, contracts, tax, and reporting, all built on our proprietary general ledger software. Built to grow with you, we offer reasonable fees that scale with fund size.
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Sydecar
2 years
Sydecar released quite a few shiny new toys in Q3! Read our recent product update to learn about what we're doing to make deal execution a breeze.
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Sydecar
2 years
Join @ericbahn @ChrisHarveyEsq and @niktalreja today at 12PM PST for a discussion on the Future of Private Market Infrastructure. @____hka will be moderating!
@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
To continue this discussion, @ericbahn @chrisharveyesq and @niktalreja will host a chat on the future of private market infrastructure and how standardization is critical to building a platform with staying power. Join us Tuesday, December 27 at 12PM PST!
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Sydecar
2 years
Mail's here! We have delivered completed K-1s to all of our investors. We know how waiting on delayed K-1s can be anxiety inducing, so we are proud to ease your stress by getting ours to you early. Read about our process for automating K-1 creation here:
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Running a syndicate can seem challenging, but there are certain advantages to this model:
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Sydecar
1 year
Through our standards-driven approach, fund managers complete fund documents quickly without costly hours of legal drafting. We empower you to start raising capital in a few days, so that you can focus on what you do best: building relationships and backing amazing companies.
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Sydecar
2 years
Today at 11AM PT / 2PM ET, we'll be joining @sabakarimm of @Techstars for a conversation about founder-led SPVs. Join us!
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
The lack of liquidity in venture capital is one of the biggest barriers to entry for new capital allocators. Creating a more diverse and inclusive ecosystem of capital allocators requires creating more opportunities for early liquidity.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Read on to learn how Nik made the leap from angel investor to syndicate lead, and from syndicate lead to fund manager:
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Did you know we have a newsletter? We talk all about the tips and tools you need as an emerging fund manager, angel investor, or syndicate lead. Here's a snippet from one of our latest 👇
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@sydecario
Sydecar
1 year
With over 350 founders, Founder's Cupid has built a community and syndicate for student founders that is unlike any other. We chatted with @bobby_housel on what investors need to know about investing in student-led startups. Read here!
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@sydecario
Sydecar
11 months
After decades of trusting their money in the hands of Venture Capital hands to manage, family offices are skipping the middleman and acting as their own VC fund, drawn by the control and outsized returns and empowered by the next generation of family office investors.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Our favorite brand builders: @dunkhippo33 @thehiddenmes @NikMilanovic @neildevani @ReflectVentures Let us know your favorites!
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
We had a blast jamming with our friends from @beondeck On Deck Angels yesterday! The group asked such great questions, we figured we would share some of them with you all 👇
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Today (yes, literally right now) is the most exciting time in history to start investing in startups. But wait, aren't we about to enter a recession? Maybe, buuuut...
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
This week, we're publishing a series on the process of running a syndicate. Each day, we'll highlight one step in the process in order to help you better understand what it takes to run a syndicate -- and maybe inspire you to launch your own one day!
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@sydecario
Sydecar
8 months
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), effective since January 1, 2024, mandates certain U.S. businesses, including LLCs and similar entities, to disclose their beneficial owners' identifying information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
💡TDLR: The current macro economic environment presents a great opportunity for new and aspiring 👼 investors who are looking to deploy small checks into reasonably valued early stage companies ✨
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Elizabeth Yin 💛
2 years
With the stock markets crashing, a lot of Twitter has focused on VCs and whether they'll still be actively investing. But what about angel investors? Or aspiring angels? Should they still invest? Read on >>
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
LLCs are one of the most powerful and flexible business structures to exist, but they can be complicated due to the fact that they are governed by individual state laws (in additional to federal regulation).
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Join us this afternoon for a chat with @landon20s of @inside on emerging trends in VC!
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INSIDE
2 years
🚨 Ep 18 of Venturing in VC returns next week featuring @niktalreja (CEO, @sydecario ) with host @landon20s . Hear from Nik on his move into VC, what excites him about the space, & his advice for those in VC today. 📅 May 10, 12pm PT: Register free!
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
As interest rates have soared and public company valuations have tanked over the past few months, there’s one question on everyone’s minds: Is now a good time to invest in startups?
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Sydecar
1 year
From understanding deal memos to building deal flow to choosing the right tools, @ZachGins and Alex Pattis of Last Money In have built the essential playbook on how to launch your syndicate from the ground up.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
And we could not have done it without the support of our incredible investors from @Deciens , @HustleFundVC , Pipeline Capital Partners and @anthemis , along with countless angels and operators who are not just our biggest supporters, but also our valued customers.
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Sydecar
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In a tough VC market, where some fund managers secure less capital than they set out to, SPVs can be a strategic way to deploy extra funds and help bridge that gap.
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Sydecar
2 years
We’ve teamed up with @Juntolaw for Part Two of Starting and Running a VC Fund. This time we look at all of the terms!
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Junto
2 years
In part two of our three-part series with @sydecario , @Shaynislegend covers the key terms for launching and managing a VC fund (strategy, fund expenses, fees, carry, side letters, and investment vehicles). []()
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Sydecar
2 years
If you've just started making angel or syndicate investments, it can be hard to imagine how you'll ever be able to scale yourself -- your time, your expertise, your money -- in order to build your portfolio and support more founders.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Learn more about the scout programs that have risen in popularity amongst Gen Z, including @genzscout , @seedscout , @contrarycapital , @BLCKVC 's Scout Network, and more.
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Sydecar
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(1/5) This morning, our COO, @ShriBhashyam moderated an insightful panel at a breakfast event we co-hosted along with Family VC and @DSox at Odd Sister in NYC!
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Sydecar
2 years
Have questions about today's consumer funding climate? Worried about when/how to raise? We are hosting a panel with @lunarsolargroup to bring together a few of NYC's top investors. If you are building a consumer brand, sign up to attend!
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Sydecar
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Recently, Sydecar's @halleka_ was a guest on @worthmag 's Leading Voices! She and Kelley Arena, founder of Golden Hour Ventures, spoke about democratizing investing for women and what resources lower the barriers to entry. You can watch the recap here:
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Sydecar
1 year
Some of the most valuable resources on the internet for emerging VCs can be found in our biweekly newsletter, Sydeletter. Are you subscribed?!
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Sydecar
2 years
What are PFICs, and why are they relevant to investing in startups? Our tax team breaks down some of the common pitfalls VCs make when investing in foreign companies — and how Sydecar can help.
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Sydecar
2 years
Sydecar deal lead Natanel Barookhian speaks to the power of our instant SPV & fund creation infrastructure.
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Sydecar
2 years
Kelley Arena is on a mission is to increase access to funding for women/femme identified businesses, as they organically change the future of work and society as we know it. We love empowering customers like her!💚
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Sydecar
2 years
If you're a new or aspiring venture investor, you probably already know about @inside 's Venturing in VC podcast. (If not, can we suggest that you start with today's episode with our founder/CEO @niktalreja ?)
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Sydecar
2 years
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@paul_griffiths
Paul Griffiths
2 years
Is anyone building the YC/SAFE agreement for LPAs to save emerging managers legal fees? Every law firm seems to have their "own" & charge for it.
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Sydecar
2 years
As new structures for investing (and new technology) lower barriers to investing in startups, brand building has become more important than ever before.
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Sydecar
24 days
Sydecar just hit a major milestone: our 2,000th SPV closed today! From early days with customers running deals via Zapier on Airslate and Airtable in 2021, to this momentous achievement—what a journey it's been. This milestone is a testament to the trust and support of our
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Sydecar
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(1/2)Ever wondered how social media can shape investor relationships? @CindyBiSV & @RobbieLusk discussed this in a past Sydecar Session. Cindy shares how her active presence on Twitter helps her LPs feel connected, even without direct communication. Check out the full clip below!
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Sydecar
2 years
Management companies protect investors from liabilities and allow cleaner record keeping. But how do they work, and how do you create one? Lucky for us, @____hka created a guide to management companies! Check it out here:
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Transformation of this scale requires meeting investors where they are: 🤝 In marketplaces 👯 On community platforms 🏦 Using banks and other financial tools.
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Sydecar
5 months
(1/8)Exciting news from Sydecar! In Q1, we launched several new features that significantly enhance the investment experience for our community of deal & syndicate leads, fund managers, and investors. Highlights include:
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Sydecar
2 years
Thrilled to have our friends at @Stonks_dot_com going live on the Sydecar API this week! 🚀 📈 💸
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Ali Moiz
2 years
Oh man. @Stonks_dot_com is becoming an actual fintech company. First ACH/wires now going through. Grinning like I'm 5 😁 h/t @StonkyOli @NicMahaney @thejackobrien
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Sydecar
2 years
SPVs are truly the atomic unit of venture capital (and many other asset classes). They are simple, explainable, and create a bias towards action as they gives LPs the ability to opt in to deals they are excited about. Read more in our recent blog post:
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Sydecar
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"Tender offers are the new IPOs," says Michele Schueli, GP at ARMYN Capital. Michele has strategically navigated the secondary market, turning undervalued assets into profitable opportunities, even during market turbulence. As IPOs become less common, Michele sees tender offers
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Sydecar
2 years
Private markets have historically been defined by their illiquid nature. The lack of liquidity is a barrier to new entrants, who can't afford to have their assets locked up for years (or decades).
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Sydecar
1 year
Managing a syndicate was once seen as merely a stepping stone for those with aspirations of managing their own fund. But deal-by-deal investing plays an important role in the VC ecosystem outside of just helping new investors to build a track record.
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Sydecar
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Our panelists, @CindyBiSV , GP at @CapitalX_ , and Chris Shen, Co-Founder and COO of @Revere_VC , look forward to sharing strategies and insights on effectively deploying SPVs in the current investment landscape. Whether you're an emerging fund manager or an LP, this is for you.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
We built Sydecar as the platform we wish had existed when we started our investing journey. We’ve layered product on top of our years of experience as attorneys & fund managers, building trusted paths for new and veteran investors alike to make fund formation more effortless.
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Sydecar
2 years
Emerging VCs need tools that deliver the most value to their unique strategy. From deal flow to deal execution, we worked with @wintmead to share our favorites:
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Sydecar
11 months
We recently sat down with @DSox , a family office investor and managing partner of Family VC, to discuss how family offices think about vetting fund managers, partnering with syndicates, and going direct, and how these strategies shift with generations.
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Sydecar
2 years
Sydecar is on a mission to transform private markets, creating efficiency by standardizing how investment vehicles are created, executed & managed. But we know we can't do this alone.
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Sydecar
2 years
Proud to support @Stonks_dot_com on their in product express investing through our API!
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Jack O'Brien
2 years
DDVs: In parallel with the GoPrivate project, we developed DDVs, aka "Demo Day Vehicles", for in product express investing. Thanks to a brand new api from @sydecario , we were able to build a full in app investing experience relatively quickly.
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Sydecar
2 years
Get the lowdown on how web3 investors can stay out of regulatory hot water (and avoid burdensome registration requirements), while still supporting projects that drive innovation.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Looking forward to this event!
@shriyanevatia
Shriya Nevatia
2 years
Join me next week at this awesome, informative event in collaboration with @sydecario @propelcommunity @foodboro and @nocodefounders !!
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Sydecar
1 year
How do fund managers find their "fund-market fit"? For Antigravity, @danielha and @GadiBorovich are approaching their fund like a product, discovering their unique voice, seeking efficiency through technology, and welcoming iteration.
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Sydecar
2 years
A little known QSBS fact: Since purchasing interest in an SPV does not qualify as selling stock directly, the stock retains its QSBS eligibility within the SPV interest that is purchased.
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Sydecar
2 years
The tax benefits associated with QSBS can be magnificent and can save investors millions of dollars in aggregate. Learn more in a new article from our Tax Team:
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Sydecar
2 years
Last week, @niktalreja joined @beondeck Angels to discuss the current investing climate, and how SPVs are the best tool for those looking to build a track record in 2022.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
The series continues! Today, we're talking about collecting investor interest for a deal. This step occurs at different stages depending on the specific opportunity, but typically it's occurred after some diligence has been done and an allocation is secured.
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
KYC AML 409(a) PFIC 506(c) ECI ADV Blue Sky SPV😓 Investing is intimidating. Which is why we have a glossary of terms to know when executing a deal: What other terms should emerging investors be sure to know?
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Running a syndicate, and using SPVs to make investments, is an increasing popular way to participate in the startup ecosystem. But how do you make money from a syndicate?
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
Group investing doesn't need to be so complicated.
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Sydecar
2 years
Today on the blog, we talked to @haydenalcalde , GP of @RallyCapGlobal about: ❌ Why the traditional syndicate model doesn't work 😤 Building a community with skin in the game 🤝 Finding providers that have your back Enjoy!
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Sydecar
2 years
The Venture Capital Adviser Exemption dictates who can invest, what filings are required, and any obligations of the investor. We put together a helpful chart that helps navigate these nuances:
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@sydecario
Sydecar
2 years
What type of network do you want to build? One where you lure strangers into deals using FOMO? Or one where you work together as a network to identify, evaluate, and execute deals that align with your unique thesis?
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