The Pros and Cons of Investing in an IPO


Behind the Scenes of KingsCrowd’s Startup Analysis Process
Learn about the steps KingsCrowd takes to share startup information with you, from collecting data to producing Analyst Reports.

What Investors Should Know About Debt Crowdfunding
Learn the basics of debt crowdfunding, including key terms, the difference between debt and equity, and whether you should invest in debt.

FINRA 101: Its Purpose and Its Impact on the Startup Investing Market
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) sets important rules for online startup investing that investors should know about.
Wall Street has Morningstar, S&P, and Bloomberg
The equity crowdfunding market has KingsCrowd.

Cloudastructure Founder Rick Bentley’s Advice on Running Regulation A Rounds
Cloudastructure founder Rick Bentley talks about his experience with running a successful Regulation A round.

What Is an IPO?
Learn what it means for a company to go public through an initial public offering and whether IPOs are good investments.

Lessons From a New Startup Investor
Some lessons from this brand-new startup investor include: do your research and consider your personal connection to a product.

Analyst Report Methodology
A summary of how KingsCrowd selects companies to receive Analyst Reports and an overview of the report structure.

Investing In Startups: Understanding How Exits Can Impact Your Investment Strategy
Startup investors should understand the different types of exits that exist and how they can provide returns on early investments.

Startup Investing Guide: How to Vet Online Startup Investment Opportunities
Learn how to thoroughly vet startup investment opportunities by understanding and examining five key metrics.

Five Debt Crowdfunding Platforms Investors Should Know
Investors have many debt crowdfunding platforms to choose from, and each brings its own unique set of strengths and offerings.

KingsCrowd Site Redesign Overview
On April 12th, KingsCrowd released an updated navigation experience. So we thought we’d walk you through the strategy and thinking behind the changes.
Ep. 70 – Maria Springer


Ep. 69 – John Panaccione
Chris Lustrino interviews John Panaccione, CEO of Folla Capital. They delve into the evolution of crowdfunding, regulatory changes, and more.

Ep. 68 – Etan Butler
Chris Lustrino talks with Dalmore Group Chairman Etan Butler about the evolution of online private markets, the role of fractional ownership, and more.

Ep. 67 – Nigel Sharp
Chris Lustrino interviews Aquagga CEO Nigel Sharp about the company’s groundbreaking PFAS-destroying technology
Wall Street has Morningstar, S&P, and Bloomberg
The equity crowdfunding market has KingsCrowd.

Ep. 66 – Jesse Randall
Chris Lustrino talks with Jesse Randall, the CEO of Sweater Ventures, about the company's unique approach to venture capital accessibility.

Ep. 65 – Darren Marble
In this episode, Chris Lustrino interviews Darren Marble, CEO of Issuance and co-founder of Going Public, discussing the sober founder mindset, challenges in media and financial services startups, and the future of equity crowdfunding

Ep. 64 – Netcapital
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino welcomes Netcapital CEO Rob Burnett to discuss latest happenings in online startup investing.

Ep. 63 – Vinovest
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino welcomes Vinovest co-founder Anthony Zhang to talk about wine investing.

Ep. 62 – Skybound
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino welcomes Skybound CEO David Alpert to talk about full stack entertainment.

Ep. 61 – Pureboost
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino welcomes Pureboost co-founder Sean Ross.

Ep. 60 – Sensate
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino welcomes Sensate co-founder Anna Gudmundson to discuss mental health.

Ep. 59 – Cloudastructure
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino talks to Cloudastructure founder Rick Bentley about security and computer vision.
Subrata Pal on the Changing World of Investing


Jonathan Berman on Investing in What You Know
KingsCrowd spoke to startup investor Jonathan Berman to learn how being an entrepreneur has helped him as an investor.

Crowdwise Founder Brian Belley Reveals His Investing Strategy
Crowdwise founder Brian Belley shares his strategy for startup investing and tips for new investors in this KingsCrowd Investor Profile.

Timothy Dickens is Investing for Retirement
KingsCrowd spoke to startup investor Timothy Dickens who told us about his startup investing strategy and his goals for retirement.
Wall Street has Morningstar, S&P, and Bloomberg
The equity crowdfunding market has KingsCrowd.

Vilem Fruhbauer Is “Fixing America One Ben Franklin at a Time”
In KingsCrowd's first Investor Profile, Vilem Fruhbauer tells us how his investment strategy is "Fixing America one Ben Franklin at a time."