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FAQs<\/p>\n\t

General<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t\tWhat is an angel investor?\n\t\t\t\t\t

An angel investor, sometimes referred to as a business angel, is an individual that invests in privately owned small businesses (startups). The investors can choose to leverage their experience, expertise and network to add value and support the company through growth. They receive equity in exchange for this investment in the hope of sharing in the returns if the company experiences a liquidation event such as an IPO (initial public offering) on the stock exchange or acquisition from another company (trade sale).<\/p>\n\t\t\t\tHow do you angel invest?\n\t\t\t\t\t

There are three main ways individuals can invest in startups:<\/p>\n

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  1. Direct investment into a startup raising, usually with a Convertible Note, SAFE Note, Advanced Subscription Agreement or Equity-priced round (all terms you can check out in our\u00a0AIS Dictionary<\/a>).<\/li>\n
  2. Investing as part of a group of angel investors also known as an angel syndicate group. Some of these groups also utilise fund structuring platforms such as Bunch, Odin and Vauban.<\/li>\n
  3. Investing through an equity-crowdfunding platform such as Seedrs, Crowdcube and Republic.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t\tWho is the Angel Investing School (AIS) for?\n\t\t\t\t\t

    AIS is designed for individuals who want to take control of their financial future, make smarter decisions with their money and create wealth whilst having an impact.<\/p>\n

    During the last financial crash from 2008 to 2012, companies such as Whatsapp, Instagram, Uber, AirBnB and Slack were all created. Hundreds of angel investors invested early in these companies and benefited from the vast wealth generated.\u00a0<\/p>\n

    We believe that the post-covid financial downturn of 2023 presents another window of opportunity for well-equipped, educated and empowered investors.<\/p>\n

    We are here to serve individuals who want to have an impact, support entrepreneurs and take part in this incredible wealth creation opportunity.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\tHow is Angel Investing School different from others?\n\t\t\t\t\t

    Angel Investing School has been described as a “movement and not just a school.” This is because people come for the course and membership stay for the community.\u00a0<\/p>\n

    We take a very personable approach to angel investing to connect with founders on a values level and ensure there is chemistry when making investment decisions.\u00a0<\/p>\n

    The thing that surprises people most is the rich diversity of our community and their open transparency. No one is here to sell you but rather to empower you to make the best decisions for your personal and professional circumstances.<\/p>\n

    We want to you to leave the school feeling confident about angel investing and how you can utilise your expertise in new and interesting ways to support founders.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\tWhen will I be able to start investing? \n\t\t\t\t\t

    Personal Finance is personal, if you are in the UK and meet the\u00a0Sophisticated Investor or High Networth Individual<\/a>\u00a0status you can start investing now. If you are based in the US, check out the\u00a0SEC’s definition of an accredited investor<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    Nobody can guarantee high returns from startups however experienced the investor is. Investing in startups is very high risk because 60%+ of new businesses fail within three years. Safer, lower-risk investments are things like UK Government Bonds. Property and Public Stocks and Shares Index Funds are also considered lower risk. Never invest more than you can afford to lose.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\tOn average when do you see a return from your angel investment?\n\t\t\t\t\t

    Startups that succeed in providing a return usually take seven or more years before providing a return. We cover this in more depth during the live course and the membership as there are three primary ways an investor can make a return from an exit (also known as a liquidation event). At AIS one of our philosophies it to measure your angel investing in decades not days.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\tWhat are some of the results that students have achieved from joining The Angel Investing school?\n

    Check out the recommendations\/testimonials at the bottom of Andy Ayim’s\u00a0Linkedin profile<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    We have graduates such as:<\/p>\n