IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: 4:28 - What an online private market is, what equity crowdfunding is, and how Title II of the JOBS Act made both possible7:20 - What a ratings and analytics business does and how they remain objective when analyzing other private businesses10:58 - What to look for when analyzing a private business and how it is different from analyzing a publicly traded company14:29 - The red flags to watch out for when investing in private companies and what specific security-type investments people should avoid 27:13 - What hidden gems to look for when assessing private companies that are raising money32:00 - How Chris views diversification and how important it is when investing in private companies37:07 - How returns in private businesses differ from traditional public stocks41:32 - How private equity investors actually realize returns and get liquidity46:45 - What SAFE is as an acronym (S-A-F-E), and not just the word “safe” as a security type52:35 - What the difference is between pre-money and post-money valuations And much, much more!*Disclaimer: Slight timestamp discrepancies may occur due to podcast platform differences.EPISODE RESOURCESGet more FREE content from RobertGet a FREE audiobook from AudibleCheck out our Investing Starter Packs about business and financeMI Episode #58: Investing Strategies and Personal Finance Tips w/ Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary MI Episode #85: Future of the Financial Markets? w/ Howard Marks HBO Documentary on Theranos and Elizabeth Holmes, The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon ValleyJason Calacanis’ book AngelMohnish Pabrai’s book The Dhandho InvestorAll of Robert’s favorite booksSupport our free podcast by supporting our sponsorsSave with a credit union that helps you build financial confidence with Navy Federal Credit UnionPut your best face forward with Cardon, the award-winning cactus-based skincare for menStart feeling better with a single message with Talkspace. Match with a licensed therapist and get $100 off your first month with the promo code MIMake documents, ask a lawyer your legal questions, and sign contracts on the go with Rocket LawyerListen to Secret Sauce and explore the stories and successes behind some of the most inspiring businesses. Available on Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, or you can listen one week early and ad-free by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery appGet access to thousands of titles across different formats and genres: from audiobooks, to popular and exclusive podcasts, to unique Audible Originals like the Words+Music series with AudiblePlus. Visit audible.com/mi or text mi to 500-500Read this episode’s transcript and full show notes on our website.Connect with Chris: Website | Twitter | LinkedInConnect with Robert: Website | Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.