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title: "Finding and Vetting Investments: Private Equity and Venture Capital"
description: In this webinar replay, you will see what experts across a variety of alternatives think about the current market forces, how to find & vet investments and how to stay safe in a world full of scammers attacking your defenses.
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# [Finding and Vetting Investments: Private Equity and Venture Capital](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/learning-center/videos/finding-and-vetting-investments-private-equity-and-venture-capital)

 Written by [The Entrust Group](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/learning-center/videos/author/the-entrust-group) | June 18, 2024

From unicorn startups to historic buyouts, private investments show us what’s possible when you find a great opportunity. In the worlds of private equity and venture capital, you must learn how to research the right information and ask the right questions. Each has unique strategies, risks, and growth opportunities to consider when analyzing opportunities. And with an IRA, you have the chance to grow your investments tax-free. 

In this replay, you will learn: 

- The fundamentals and differences of private equity and venture capital 
- How to find and vet investment opportunities with due diligence
- What it looks like to align your investments with your goals
- How to start investing with an IRA

****Date:**** June 18, 2024**  
****Duration:** 59 minutes (including 14-minute Q&A starting at 45:42)  
Speakers:   
     -     Rachel Stolrow: Business Development Manager at The Entrust Group  
     -     Nathan Larsen: Chief Investment Officer at The Mid-Atlantic Fund  
Presentation Deck**:** View or download the presentation slides [here](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/hubfs/June_2024_Webinar_Presentation_Slides.pdf).  
Presentation Audio**:** Stream or download the mp3 [here](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/hubfs/Webinar_June_2024_Audio_Replay.m4a).   
**Presentation Timestamps:**  
** Section 1**: Understanding Private Equity and Venture Capital  
       • Starts: 5:42  
       • Ends: 9:45  
 Section 2: Finding Private Equity and Venture Capital Investments  
       • Starts: 9:46  
       • Ends: 12:53  
 Section 3: Vetting Private Equity and Venture Capital Investments  
       • Starts: 12:55  
       • Ends: 25:48  
 Section 5: Aligning Private Equity and Venture Capital Investments with Your Goals  
       • Starts: 25:56  
       • Ends: 40:26  
 Section 6: How it Works in an IRA  
       • Starts: 40:27  
       • Ends: 43:35  
 Section 7: Q&A Time  
       • Starts: 45:42  
       • Ends: 59:31

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