What are pre-IPO stocks?

Pre-IPO stocks are shares of private companies available before they become publicly traded through an initial public offering.

How can accredited investors access pre-IPO investments?

Accredited investors may access pre-IPO opportunities through private placements, SPV investments, and specialized investment funds.

What is an SPV investment?

A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) is a legal entity created to hold a specific investment, allowing multiple investors to participate in private market opportunities.

Who qualifies as an accredited investor?

An accredited investor is an individual or entity meeting specific income, net worth, or professional qualification requirements established by securities regulations.

What is an SPV (Special Purpose Vehicle)?

An SPV, or Special Purpose Vehicle, is a separate legal entity formed to hold a single investment — most often a stake in a pre-IPO company, real estate asset, or private placement. SPVs allow accredited and qualified investors to pool capital and access opportunities that would otherwise have minimum check sizes far above an individual allocation.

How do I invest in pre-IPO stocks?

Pre-IPO stocks are shares of late-stage private companies that have not yet completed an initial public offering. Investors typically access them through SPVs, secondary market platforms, or direct primary allocations. SPV Advisors helps accredited investors evaluate sourcing, valuation, lockups, and exit scenarios before committing capital.

What is the difference between an accredited investor fund and a qualified investor fund?

Accredited investor funds are open to investors who meet the SEC Rule 501 thresholds — generally $200,000+ in individual income, $300,000+ joint, or $1 million net worth excluding primary residence. Qualified investor funds (commonly Qualified Purchaser funds under Section 2(a)(51) of the Investment Company Act) require $5 million or more in investments and unlock 3(c)(7) structures with no investor cap.

Are private placements regulated?

Yes. Private placements are typically offered under Regulation D — most commonly Rule 506(b) or 506(c) — which exempt the issuer from full SEC registration but still require compliance with disclosure, anti-fraud, and investor verification rules. Working with an advisor helps ensure the deal documents, subscription agreement, and accredited verification are properly in order.

What counts as an alternative investment?

Alternative investments include any asset class outside traditional public stocks, bonds, and cash. The category covers private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, real assets, private credit, pre-IPO stocks, SPVs, and structured private placements. They are valued for diversification, return potential, and lower correlation with public markets.

How do I find an advisor through SPV Advisors?

Use the Find an Advisor matching form on this site. We connect you with a vetted professional at our New York, Freehold NJ, or Greenwich CT office based on your accreditation status, investment objectives, time horizon, and the asset classes you want exposure to.