How Founder SPVs Help Startups Raise Capital and Scale Faster
Raising capital is often complex for founders. Between juggling multiple investors, managing endless admin, and keeping a clean cap table, fundraising can feel like a full-time job. That’s where Founder SPVs come in. By pooling investors into a single entity, they give startups a smarter way to raise money, simplify ownership, and keep future rounds […]
DPI is the new IRR
For years, IRR (Internal Rate of Return) has been the star metric in private market circles. But in today’s market, investors are starting to ask a different question: “How much cash have I actually gotten back?” That’s where DPI (Distributions to Paid-In Capital) in private market funds steps in as the real measure of performance. […]
Why a Portfolio Approach is the Only Sensible Way to Angel Invest
Did you know that more than half of angel investments lose money? Research consistently shows that most early-stage deals fail to return capital, and only a small fraction of startups deliver the outsized wins that make angel portfolios successful. That’s because angel investing is a power-law game: a handful of outliers account for the vast […]
Auptimate’s Multi-Asset Syndicate: One SPV, Multiple Investments
In a landscape where speed and efficiency matter, syndicate leads and emerging fund managers need agility, not administrative drag. Managing high deal flow shouldn’t mean setting up a new SPV for every opportunity or chasing signatures across endless paperwork. That’s why Auptimate created the Multi-Asset Syndicate. Built for syndicate leads and emerging fund managers managing […]
How Much Do You Need to Invest in a Syndicate SPV?
For many angel investors, the first question before backing a deal isn’t about valuation or upside. It’s about how much capital you need to put in. The minimum investment in syndicate SPVs (Special Purpose Vehicles) can shape who gets access, how founders raise, and how diverse the cap table becomes. This guide breaks down everything […]
Why Singapore is the leading SPV hub of Asia
When it comes to structuring smart, capital-efficient deals, it’s hard not to notice how Singapore SPV setups are gaining traction across Asia. Investors love the stability, clarity, and jurisdictional strength Singapore offers. From startup founders to the sophisticated LPs, the buzz is real: Singapore is staking its claim as Asia’s SPV powerhouse. According to ACRA, […]
How Quickly Can an SPV Be Set Up?
In today’s fast-moving investment landscape, speed can make or break a deal. An SPV setup offers syndicate leads and angel investors a flexible way to pool capital without the complexity of a traditional fund. But just how long does it take to get one off the ground? In this guide, we’ll walk you through the […]
What is an SPV? A Guide for Startup and Private Market Investors
Investing in startups can be exciting, but the real edge comes from using the right structures to back those deals. One of the most popular tools today is the special purpose vehicle or SPV. So, what is an SPV and why has it become such a popular choice for investors? In this article, we’ll break […]
Why Now Is the Golden Window for Angel Investing
Every investor remembers the first wire: the shaky hands, the flood of doubt, the quiet thrill of believing before the crowd does. I’ve lived through bubbly markets and brutal winters, and I can tell you—today doesn’t feel like either. It feels like a reset. Prices make sense again. Founders are building with focus. Access is […]
A Guide to Taxation for Investment Funds in Singapore
Investment fund taxation in Singapore has become a major draw for global investors and fund managers looking for a competitive edge. With clear tax rules, attractive incentive schemes, and flexible structures like the Variable Capital Company (VCC), Singapore has positioned itself as one of the top hubs for investment funds in Asia. But knowing the […]
