Our Musings
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Read more: Death and Taxes!
Death and Taxes!
“There is only two things certain in this life, death and taxes.” In this article we discuss taxes in society, Laffer Curve, and other economic thoughts. It highlights Singapore’s tax strategy, noting its low tax rates and economic implications. Ultimately, determining optimal tax rates involves complex theories and simulations.
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Read more: The Three Big Questions That Define Every Investment Fund
The Three Big Questions That Define Every Investment Fund
Hey guys, it’s me, the new guy again. Here’s my thought process as of late: Next time if I have a sizeable amount of money, the best way to grow that money is to pay someone to grow it for me (i.e family office funds, private bankers etc.) The 1-2% management fees on top of
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Read more: Crowdfunding for Budding Entrepreneurs
Crowdfunding for Budding Entrepreneurs
Product crowdfunding involves funding physical products with no equity stakes, often through pre-sales. Equity crowdfunding allows investors to buy securities, offering ownership interest. Each method has challenges, such as investor obligations and varying levels of company accountability, especially during failures.
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Read more: Offshore Funds: A Beginner’s Guide
Offshore Funds: A Beginner’s Guide
Offshore funds? These investment funds are created in tax-friendly jurisdictions to avoid taxes on capital gains and dividends. The intern initially viewed them as shady but learned they are legitimate tools for tax optimization. They emphasize the potential benefits for entrepreneurs and investors.
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Read more: Venture Capital Funds – How Do They work?
Venture Capital Funds – How Do They work?
The post discusses the structure and operations of a Venture Capital firm, detailing the roles of Limited Partners and General Partners. It explains capital calls, management fees, carried interest, and hurdle rates while highlighting the challenges VCs face in managing cash flow and ensuring profitable investments over time.
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Read more: Discounted Cash Flows
Discounted Cash Flows
The post discusses essential financial concepts like DCF, NPV, and WACC relevant to evaluating company worth. It highlights key assumptions and calculations needed to determine investment viability, terminal value, and expected returns for private equity investors, emphasizing the impact of income stability and growth potential.
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Read more: Learning From Losses and Gains
Learning From Losses and Gains
Investors gain invaluable lessons from both losses and successes. Losses can feel daunting, but they prompt a vital reevaluation of decision-making processes, fostering resilience and growth. Examples of successful figures like Paul Tudor Jones and Ray Dalio illustrate the power of perseverance and learning from experiences, showcasing an optimistic path forward.
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Read more: When I Grow up, I Wanna Be Like Him.. (In Memory Of David Bonderman)
When I Grow up, I Wanna Be Like Him.. (In Memory Of David Bonderman)
A founder reflects on the profound influence of David Bonderman, a titan in private equity, whose unique blend of skills and compassionate nature inspired many. With admiration, the founder recounts Bonderman’s transformative career, highlighting his problem-solving abilities and deep curiosity about people. His passing leaves a profound sense of loss and unfulfilled dreams.
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Read more: An Intern’s Predictions
An Intern’s Predictions
The intern’s diary spills some thoughts about the crazy market shifts lately, with political and economic chaos. Despite the chaos, there’s optimism for growth, especially with potential tax cuts. There is also hope for a decent stock market return in 2025 and a buzz about AI taking off. So fingers crossed as the intern hopes…
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Read more: A Day In The Intern’s Life
A Day In The Intern’s Life
In passionate reflection, the intern relishes the thrill of daily challenges at the office, from crafting pitch decks to engaging with mentors. Each task bringing growth as the intern navigates a whirlwind of experiences. Eager and curious, they can only hope for a future with more potential and fulfillment.
Musings From The VCs 