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SharesPost Overview
Secondary market for private-company shares (mostly tech startups), usually from current and former employees
Pros
- Wide selection of investments, many well-known private companies
- Long track record (founded 2009)
- Direct investment (rather than through LLC), which may have tax advantages
Cons
- Open only to accredited investors
- Startup investments are inherently risky and highly illiquid
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