Should First-Time Fund Managers raise a Fund or start with a Syndicate?
Launching a venture fund is exciting, but increasingly complex. Today’s LPs expect more than a sharp thesis or ambition; they want proof. For first-time fund managers, the path to that proof starts not with a fund but a syndicate. At Angel School, a two-stage approach is strongly recommended for first-time managers. As Jed Ng, founder […]
5 Key Benefits of Setting Up a Singapore Variable Capital Company (VCC)
A game-changing corporate structure has emerged in the Asia-Pacific fund landscape: the Singapore Variable Capital Company (VCC). Introduced under the Variable Capital Companies Act in January 2020, this forward-looking framework was designed to strengthen Singapore’s fund management ecosystem by offering a more flexible, tax-efficient investment vehicle tailored for professional investors. If you’re new to the […]
What Is a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV)? Meaning, Benefits, and How to Set One Up
In the dynamic world of finance and investing, Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) have emerged as a versatile tool for managing investments. Whether you are an Angel Syndicate, a Venture Capital Fund Manager, a Seed-Series A Startup Founder, or an Angel Investor, understanding and leveraging SPVs can significantly enhance your investment strategy. What is an SPV? […]
