What Is a GP (General Partner) in Venture Capital? How VCs Actually Run a Fund
GPs manage VC funds, make investment decisions, and sit on boards. Here's how they get paid, how they're evaluated, and what LPs really expect from them.
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Growth Equity: The Middle Layer Between VC and Buyout, Explained
Growth equity backs mature, revenue-generating companies with minority stakes and lower risk than VC. Here's who the top firms are and when to consider them.
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IRR vs MOIC vs DPI vs TVPI: The 4 VC Return Metrics Every LP Asks About
Understanding IRR, MOIC, DPI, and TVPI is essential for anyone working with VC funds. Here's what each actually measures and why DPI dominates LP conversations in 2026.
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TAM, SAM, SOM: How to Size a Market the Way VCs Actually Want
TAM, SAM, and SOM — total, serviceable, and obtainable market — define market size for VC diligence. Here's how to compute each without hand-waving.
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Private Equity vs Venture Capital: The Complete 2026 Comparison
PE buys control of mature companies with leverage; VC buys minority equity in early startups and bets on power-law winners. Here's how the two asset classes differ — structure, returns, and who to pitch.
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What Is Venture Capital? The Complete 2026 Guide for Founders and Investors
Venture capital is risk equity for high-growth startups. Here's how VC funds work — stages, economics, and why it matters for founders, LPs, and markets.