Past Issues

One Easy Trick to Make You a Better Private Investor

To be certain that a company is meeting your expectations for it, it is important to have a record of what those expectations are so you don't fool yourself into a poor investment decision.

Investing in an idea

Investing when a company is little more than an idea can produce significant returns or disappointment. These tips will help you along the way.

Are we in a recession? Mastercard says “don’t worry.”

Consumer-related stocks can be choppy, but the consumers themselves have remarkable resilience.

Can Chickens Fly? Their Value Certainly Can.

Some obvious markets go underfilled for years. Finding the right company to fill the gap can be a profitable investment strategy.

Deal Report Pro’s Next Opportunity is Coming

Deal Report Pro is bringing a new opportunity, as data show why retail private investors are becoming more important to companies than ever before.

Zero to $20 Billion in 10 years

Figma’s big sale reminds us of several trends that help private investors.

Tough day in the market? Do these three things.

Bear Markets are a fact of life, and you can’t time them. A long view of the right companies is one way to ride out the decline.

Three Ways This 489% Gainer Telegraphed Its IPO. 

Private companies hoping to go public must prepare themselves first. Understanding some of the typical changes these companies make can help you find potential exit candidates. 

How Long Do You Have to Hold? And How Do You Track Value in the Meantime?

A fast IPO or acquisition is great and provides an exit opportunity but they are not the only ways to determine if your investment is increasing in value.

What to Do After Your Private Investment goes public

What you should do if you double your money or more.

Qualcan Update

Mystic Holdings, known as Qualcan, was Deal Report’s first recommendation. We revisit the company today and share an opportunity to invest right now.

How Your Favorite Company Might Get A Gift

Non-dilutive financing is a positive for shareholders, but not entirely without its own risks.

Lessons From Peloton

Peloton's wild ride gives us some good lessons about private investing.

Is Your Castle Protected?

An economic moat can protect a company from aggressors just as a traditional moat protects a castle.

Deal Report Needs Your Help

As you move from one or two private investments to a diversified portfolio, Deal Report wants to know how it can help you.

Investing with the Customers and a Big Announcement

Regulation A and Regulation CF deals can raise a lot of money from customers. Should you go along for the ride? 

Home Automation Stay Hot

Amazon's acquisition of iRobot has recentered focus on the home automation market. Deal Report Pro has an exciting opportunity waiting for you in this space.

Dilution calculated: Two Ways

Investors frequently fear dilution, but when done correctly it is the best way to help a company grow.

The Down Round: What To Do? 

A down-round is a bummer, no question about it. But it's not a reason to panic and it might be a good time to increase your investment.

Deal Report Pro Launches

The Raise After Your Raise

Growing companies constantly need capital. Understanding how they plan to raise it can help you invest.

Is Your Tech Company In or Out?

Today's tech companies need to be integrated with other company's applications, even those of direct competitors.

Can you profit from Amazon’s Big move?

The biggest, most profitable trends can be right in front of you.

The MVP You’ve Never Heard Of

You've heard of the Most Valuable Player, but do you know the minimum viable product?

Is Your Board Working for You?

A strong, experienced board of directors or advisory board can help a company grow.

The most important chart you will see this week

Even the most prosaic businesses can create value for shareholders with the right strategy and a management that can execute.

Can the Gossip Columns Help You Become a Better Investor?

Good investors take their inspiration from even the most unlikely places.

The Turn

Identifying significant turning points in a company’s business can help you identify potentially successful investments – or avoid losses.

Five Transitions in a Private Company’s Life

These five financial milestones are crucial for any private investor

Would you buy the whole company?

The one question you should ask yourself before investing

The Sweetener

Warrants can potentially supercharge your returns if you know how to use them.

Subject: What the heck is EBITDA, and how can you use it as a Reg A investor?

Increasing Regulation A prices: Should you buy more?

Buying into a private company at increasing prices can be a good way to scale into a successful investment, as long as the company continues to achieve its goals.

You Are About to Become More Important Than You Ever Imagined

Venture Capital funding usually declines in times of market volatility. For the first time ever, private companies have a real alternative.

What Are The Retail Stages of Private Investing? Part II

VC Funding rounds and pre-IPO investing are the sweet spot for Regulation A and Regulation CF investing, too. Learn more about these investing stages.

What Are The Stages of Raising Capital? How Do You Fit In?

There are many stages of capital raising - and the first two often come with a massive “buyer beware” label. Today, we’re going to talk about those stages and the timing of each, as well as how an angel investment doesn’t necessarily mean a stake in the company.

Ignore the Share Price

There are many methods people use to value the company. Today we talk about one you should ignore.

Audit Red Flags

An independent auditor is among your most important partners in evaluating an investment. What happens when things go wrong?

Regulation D Primer

Regulation D allows companies limited disclosure and lower costs. In return, only "accredited investors" have access to the deal.

Experience Isn't Everything

Jeff Bezos has had only one exit. Did you miss it?

Diversification is the Key to Private Investing Profits

Successful venture capitalists and angel investors know not to put all their hopes in a single investment opportunity.

Regulation CF Primer

On this week's issue of the Deal Report Weekly, we dive into the background of Regulation CF capital raising.

Regulation A Primer

On this week's issue of the Deal Report Weekly, we dive into the background of Regulation A capital raising.

Oligopolies Can Lead to Immense Fortunes

Qualcan is powered by multiple tailwinds that could send shares screaming higher. The time to strike is now. Follow the directions below to participate in the Qualcan Regulation A+ raise.

War Ignites This Sleeping Giant

For centuries, gold has been a haven in times of chaos. Gold is accepted as a means of value in every country globally. Not even the US dollar can claim that right. That's why when sh*t hits the fan; investors turn to gold for safety and stability.