How did you all start as an angel investor? I am interested in becoming one… but don’t know how to start. I have 20 yoe in tech, and currently work for a faang. My entire portfolio is in stocks and re. I would like invest $250k or so over the next 12-24 months as an angel investor.

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Read Angel by Jason Calcainis. Then jump in. Checkout some cohorts and investor groups on places like Angel List. If you’re major metro based you can always try joining a collective investment group of angels like 37 Angels (NYC) where there’s a mix of experience in Angel investing. Honestly though, it’s about getting out there, hearing pitches, and refining your questions. You’ve already got the analytical skills for the napkin math and the critical thinking for the rest.

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Go to pitch competitions and just listen to what the founders say. There is no obligation and you’ll get to meet a lot of passionate people

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AngelList
LinkedIn
Google

There are a tons of them out there.

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Angel groups are good

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OP, we can connect if you are still interested in investing in startups

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