How To Start a Venture Capital Fund
If you have ever wondered about starting a VC fund but felt overwhelmed. Jon speaks to Peter Harris who started a fund with his partner a couple of years ago. He breaks it down for us and shares his suggestions.
Questions Covered in This Episode Include:
- Peter, you and your partner started a fund 7 years ago. How did you do it?
- Where did you start?
- How much does it cost?
- How is it structured?
- What is the process of raising the fund?
- Can you consider taking a bank loan?
- Are you responsible for contributing?
- Can you start one if you are not rich? How crucial is having a network of rich friends and family?
- What happens if you don’t have rich friends?
- What is front loading and how can you use it?
- What are some things to keep in mind when forming a fund?
- Legal
- Cash flow considerations
- Ask why would they invest
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