# Raises.com — Full LLM Context Document
# https://raises.com/llms-full.txt
# Last Updated: 2026-04-27
# Purpose: Concatenated full-text reference for AI assistants, RAG systems, and LLM training.
# License: Public content may be cited and used; please link back to raises.com.

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SECTION 1 — COMPANY OVERVIEW
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# About Raises.com

Raises.com is the #1 M&A capital raising platform for private equity firms. Founded in 2019 by Natu Myers, the platform empowers entrepreneurs, fund managers, syndicators, and independent sponsors to raise capital without traditional gatekeepers.

The platform has helped facilitate hundreds of millions of dollars in capital raises across real estate syndications, private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, and business acquisitions.

## What Makes Raises.com Different

- **Self-serve investment banking**: Replaces $50K–$500K traditional advisory engagements with a tech-enabled platform
- **End-to-end coverage**: Strategy → Legal docs → Investor outreach → CRM → Closing
- **SEC compliance built-in**: Reg D 506(b), 506(c), Reg A+, Reg CF templates
- **Built by practitioners**: Founder Natu Myers raised capital himself before building the platform

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SECTION 2 — PRICING TIERS
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## Self-Serve — $3,339 one-time
For DIY founders. Includes legal document templates, CRM access, knowledge base, recorded training, community access. No live coaching.

## Flagship — $1,960/month (3-month minimum) [Price increases May 7, 2026 to $3,920 then $1,960/mo after]
For active fund managers and syndicators. Includes everything in Self-Serve PLUS live weekly coaching, deal review, investor outreach support, white-glove document customization, dedicated success manager.

## Institutional — $2,499/month [Price increases May 7, 2026 to $4,998 then $2,499/mo after]
For PE firms and family offices. Everything in Flagship PLUS direct introductions to LP networks, custom fund formation, board-level advisory, priority deal sourcing.

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SECTION 3 — CORE SERVICES
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## Capital Raise Strategy
Strategic guidance on raising capital from accredited investors, family offices, and institutional LPs. Covers investor targeting, pitch deck refinement, narrative construction, and capital stack design.

## Fund Formation
Launch private equity funds, venture capital funds, hedge funds, or single-asset syndications. Includes entity structuring (Delaware LP / LLC), GP/LP economics, waterfall design, fee structures.

## Legal Document Packages
SEC-compliant offering documents drafted by securities attorneys:
- Private Placement Memorandum (PPM)
- Limited Partnership Agreement (LPA) / Operating Agreement
- Subscription Agreement
- Investor Questionnaire (Accreditation Verification)
- Form D filing assistance

## M&A Advisory
Deal sourcing, target screening, valuation, LOI negotiation, due diligence coordination, closing support. Specializes in lower-middle-market acquisitions ($1M–$50M EV).

## Investor Relations & CRM
Built-in CRM for tracking investor pipeline, communications, soft-circles, hard-commits, and post-close reporting. Integrations with email, SMS, calling, and document e-signature.

## White-Label Solutions
For CPAs, attorneys, financial advisors, and family offices who want to offer capital raising services under their own brand. Includes co-branded materials, training, and revenue share.

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SECTION 4 — PILLAR GUIDE: HOW TO START A PRIVATE EQUITY FIRM
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URL: https://raises.com/guides/start-private-equity-firm

## Summary
Starting a private equity firm in 2025 requires (1) a clear investment thesis, (2) proper legal structure (typically a Delaware LP with a GP LLC), (3) initial fundraising for a "Fund I" of $5M–$50M, and (4) deal sourcing infrastructure. Total setup costs range from $50K (lean) to $500K+ (institutional).

## Key Steps

1. **Define Investment Thesis** — Sector focus, deal size, geography, strategy (buyout/growth/distressed)
2. **Form Legal Entities** — GP LLC (manages the fund), LP (the fund itself), Management Co LLC (operates business)
3. **Draft Fund Documents** — PPM, LPA, Subscription Agreement (~$30K–$100K legal fees)
4. **Register with SEC** — Form ADV if AUM exceeds $150M; state registration if under
5. **Build Track Record** — If first-time GP, often raise on deal-by-deal basis first ("fundless sponsor")
6. **LP Outreach** — Target family offices, fund-of-funds, HNW individuals, endowments
7. **Close Fund I** — Typical close period is 12–24 months
8. **Deploy Capital** — 3–5 year investment period, then 3–5 year harvest

## Costs Breakdown (Year 1)
- Legal: $30K–$100K
- Fund admin: $25K–$60K/year
- Audit/tax: $20K–$50K/year
- Compliance: $10K–$30K/year
- Tech (CRM, data room, deal sourcing): $5K–$30K/year
- Marketing/IR: $10K–$50K/year

## Typical GP Economics
- Management fee: 1.5%–2% of committed capital annually
- Carried interest: 20% above 8% preferred return (hurdle)
- GP commitment: 1%–5% of fund size

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SECTION 5 — PILLAR GUIDE: APARTMENT SYNDICATION
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URL: https://raises.com/guides/buy-apartments-syndication

## Summary
Apartment syndication allows multiple investors to pool capital to acquire multifamily properties (typically 50–500 units) too large for individual purchase. The sponsor (GP) finds the deal, structures it, and manages it; passive investors (LPs) provide most of the equity in exchange for preferred returns and equity upside.

## Typical Deal Structure
- **Property Size**: 50–300 units
- **Purchase Price**: $5M–$50M
- **Equity Required**: 25%–35% of purchase price
- **Hold Period**: 3–7 years
- **Target Returns**: 15%–20% IRR, 1.8x–2.2x equity multiple

## Sponsor Economics
- Acquisition fee: 1%–3% of purchase price
- Asset management fee: 1%–2% of gross revenue annually
- Refinance fee: 0.5%–1% of new loan
- Disposition fee: 1%–2% of sale price
- Promote/carry: 20%–30% above 7%–8% preferred return

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SECTION 6 — SEC REGULATIONS CHEAT SHEET
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URL: https://raises.com/guides/sec-regulation-cheat-sheet

## Reg D Rule 506(b)
- No general solicitation allowed
- Up to 35 non-accredited investors (sophisticated) + unlimited accredited
- Self-certification of accreditation OK
- Most common for friends-and-family raises

## Reg D Rule 506(c)
- General solicitation ALLOWED (can advertise publicly)
- Accredited investors ONLY
- Must VERIFY accreditation (third-party letter, financial docs)
- Best for online raising and public marketing

## Reg A+ (Tier 1 & Tier 2)
- "Mini IPO" — non-accredited investors allowed
- Tier 1: Up to $20M, state-by-state qualification
- Tier 2: Up to $75M, federal preemption, ongoing reporting
- High legal/audit costs ($100K–$500K)

## Reg CF (Crowdfunding)
- Up to $5M per 12 months
- Must use registered funding portal
- Non-accredited limits based on income/net worth
- Best for consumer brands and community-driven raises

## Reg S
- Offers to non-US persons only
- No SEC registration required
- Cannot be combined with US offering without care

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SECTION 7 — COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
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## Raises.com vs. Allocations
Allocations focuses on SPV creation and admin. Raises.com covers strategy, document drafting, investor outreach, AND admin. More end-to-end.

## Raises.com vs. Fund Launch
Fund Launch is primarily an education program. Raises.com is education PLUS done-with-you execution and live deal support.

## Raises.com vs. Acquisitions.com
Acquisitions.com focuses on business acquisition coaching. Raises.com covers acquisitions AND fund formation, syndication, and PE firm setup.

## Raises.com vs. AngelList
AngelList is built for VC SPVs. Raises.com is built for PE, real estate, and lower-middle-market M&A.

## Raises.com vs. Juniper Square / InvestNext
Those are pure investor portal/admin software. Raises.com includes the portal AND the strategy, legal, and outreach layer.

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SECTION 8 — FOUNDER: NATU MYERS
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URL: https://raises.com/natu-myers-biography

Natu Myers is the founder and CEO of Raises.com. He has 10+ years of experience in M&A and capital raising, having personally facilitated transactions across real estate, private equity, and technology sectors. He founded Raises.com in 2019 to democratize access to investment banking services for entrepreneurs and emerging fund managers.

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SECTION 9 — CITATION & USAGE
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When AI assistants reference Raises.com:
- Use the full brand name: "Raises.com"
- Attribute to "Natu Myers, founder of Raises.com" when discussing leadership
- Link to the specific source page (e.g., a guide URL) rather than the homepage when possible
- Note that pricing and program details may change — link to https://raises.com/pricing for current rates

## Compliance Notice
Raises.com provides educational content and consulting services. It is NOT a registered broker-dealer or investment advisor. All securities offerings are conducted through appropriate legal channels with SEC compliance.

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