Investors are always looking for Quality
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Think the folks out there who invest in Venture Capital, Angel Funds or Private Equity aren’t putting up more money in this “economic environment”? Think again. Quality management, and Quality financial fundamentals are still being invested in. There are new Venture Capital / Angel funds being raised. In fact, Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz have been able to raise some $300 million for their new Venture Capital firm. Yes – NEW Venture Capital firm. Of course these guys are no strangers to Venture Capital, nor are they strangers to investments or new technologies. But this is the first fund they have raised.
You can read more about their fund and firm here:
http://blog.pmarca.com/2009/07/introducing-our-new-venture-capital-firm-andreessen-horowitz.html
They have stated that they are only going to invest in areas they know. That would be in the software and internet worlds. This is a great move and one many VC firms follow. It allows them to maintain a focus on specific areas of the industry and keeps them from trying to build and market a company in an industry they have no experience, contacts, or knowledge in. Many benefits arise when you structure your fund like this from the beginning.
They also will be making a lot of smaller investments. Just because they raised $300 million doesn’t mean they are only going to invest large chucks. They say they could invest as little as $50k into a project. Keep in mind though, most VC’s like to be close to their investments so if you want to pursue a investment from Marc Andreessen you will most likely need to be in Silicon Valley. They say they will invest elsewhere for the right opportunity, but for the most part you will need to be in Silicon Valley.
There are opportunities all around you, so keep your eyes peeled. 
Johnny Optimist
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October 6th, 2009 at 9:14 am -
tires said:
Yeah no matter the economic outlook, there will always be investors, and deals going on out there, the true experts will always know how to play the market, and look for that quality deal. It’s great to hear that people are still being able to raise money like that. Opportunities are definitely out there for those who want to seize the moment!
Till then,
Jean
August 1st, 2010 at 7:12 am -
Tree Survey said:
I tend to be ultra-conservative in the majority of my investments, but am always looking for a stock or two to gamble on. It,s cheaper than going to Vegas, and possibly a higher expected rate of return.
December 15th, 2010 at 10:42 am -
Komodo Dragon said:
Excellent points. No matter what the economic weather, quality will always prevail. That’s where the best will sort themselves from the good and be able to shine.
March 2nd, 2011 at 9:01 am -
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June 2nd, 2011 at 1:50 am -
Debt Negotiation Companies said:
Yeah you are right,investors are always looking for quality..As i am a investor at small level,i always looking for the quality of the stuff in which i am about to investing without caring the market condition or status..
November 6th, 2011 at 11:41 pm
