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Last Updated: January 2026

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We aim to respond to all emails within 2-3 business days.

What We Can Help With

Questions About Private Stock Investing

We welcome general questions about unlisted shares, pre-IPO investing, secondary markets, and private company valuations. While we cannot provide personalized investment advice (see "What We Don't Do" below), we're happy to:

• Clarify concepts explained in our guides
• Point you to relevant resources on our site or elsewhere
• Explain how specific platforms or processes work
• Discuss industry trends and market conditions at a high level

Example questions we can help with:

• "How does the Right of First Refusal process work when selling private shares?"
• "What's the difference between a 409A valuation and a funding round valuation?"
• "How do secondary market platforms verify accredited investor status?"
• "What are typical timelines for closing a secondary market transaction?"

Content Corrections or Updates

If you notice factual errors, outdated information, broken links, or other issues with our content, please let us know. We strive for accuracy and appreciate corrections including:

• Incorrect company valuations or funding round information
• Outdated platform fees or minimum investment requirements
• Inaccurate regulatory information or accredited investor criteria
• Broken links or formatting issues
• Typos or grammatical errors

When reporting corrections, please include:

• The URL of the page with the issue
• The specific incorrect information
• The correct information (with source if possible)

Partnership Inquiries

We selectively partner with organizations aligned with our educational mission. We consider partnerships involving:

• Educational content collaborations
• Research projects on private markets
• Data sharing for market analysis
• Speaking engagements or webinars

We do not accept:

• Referral fee arrangements with platforms or brokers
• Paid placement or "sponsored content" promoting specific investments
• Advertising from investment products or platforms
• Affiliate commission structures that create conflicts of interest

Media Requests

Journalists, reporters, and media professionals can reach us at press@unlistedshares.net for:

• Expert commentary on private markets and pre-IPO investing trends
• Background information on specific companies or transactions
• Data or insights about secondary market activity
• Interviews or quotes for articles about unlisted shares

Please include your outlet, deadline, and specific topic when contacting us.

What We Don't Do

To set clear expectations, here's what we cannot help with:

No Investment Advice or Recommendations

We do not provide personalized investment advice or recommendations. We cannot tell you:

• Whether you should invest in a specific company
• How much you should allocate to private investments
• Which platform is "best" for your specific situation
• Whether a particular valuation is "fair" or represents a good deal
• When to buy or sell specific securities

UnlistedShares.net provides educational content only. For investment advice tailored to your circumstances, please consult a registered investment advisor (RIA) or certified financial planner (CFP).

No Platform Recommendations for Specific Investors

While we compare platforms objectively in our platform comparison guide, we don't make specific recommendations about which platform you should use. Each investor's needs are different based on:

• Investment size and capital availability
• Desired companies and sectors
• Risk tolerance and liquidity needs
• Transaction structure preferences

We present the facts about each platform and let you decide what works for your situation.

No Broker or Intermediary Services

We are not a broker-dealer, investment advisor, or securities intermediary. We do not:

• Execute transactions or facilitate trades
• Connect buyers with sellers directly
• Hold customer funds or securities
• Earn commissions or transaction fees
• Provide custody or transfer agent services

To invest in unlisted shares, you must work directly with a registered platform (Forge Global, EquityZen, Hiive, etc.) or through licensed broker-dealers.

No Legal or Tax Advice

We provide general educational information about legal and tax topics related to private investing, but this is not legal or tax advice. We cannot:

• Interpret your specific equity agreements or stock option plans
• Calculate your tax liability for exercising options or selling shares
• Advise on QSBS qualification for your specific holdings
• Determine if you meet accredited investor requirements
• Provide legal opinions on contract terms or transaction structures

For legal or tax questions specific to your situation, please consult:

• Securities attorneys for legal questions about private placements, equity documents, and securities regulations
• CPAs or tax attorneys for tax implications of private stock transactions, AMT calculations, QSBS planning, etc.

See our resources page for directories of qualified professionals.

Response Time

We strive to respond to all legitimate inquiries within 2-3 business days (Monday-Friday, excluding holidays).

Response times may be longer for:

• Complex questions requiring research
• Inquiries sent during high-volume periods
• Weekends and holidays

If you haven't heard from us within 5 business days, please check your spam folder and feel free to send a follow-up email.

For Professional Financial Advice

If you need personalized investment, legal, or tax advice related to private company stock, we recommend consulting with qualified professionals:

Financial Advisors

For investment strategy, portfolio allocation, and overall financial planning:

• Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs)
• Certified Financial Planners (CFPs)
• Wealth managers with private market expertise
• Family office professionals

Look for advisors with experience in private market investing, equity compensation, and working with accredited investors.

CPAs and Tax Professionals

For tax implications of exercising options, selling shares, or QSBS planning:

• Certified Public Accountants (CPAs)
• Enrolled Agents (EAs)
• Tax attorneys

Seek professionals with experience in equity compensation taxation, alternative minimum tax (AMT), and startup equity.

Securities Attorneys

For legal questions about private placements, equity documents, or securities regulations:

• Securities lawyers
• Corporate attorneys with private company expertise
• Employment lawyers (for equity compensation disputes)

Our resources page includes links to professional directories and organizations that can help you find qualified advisors.

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Newsletter subscribers receive:

• Weekly updates on pre-IPO opportunities and unicorn valuations
• Analysis of private market trends and IPO activity
• Platform updates and new feature announcements
• Regulatory changes affecting accredited investors
• Early access to new guides and company analyses

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Feedback & Suggestions

We welcome feedback on how to improve UnlistedShares.net. If you have suggestions for:

• New guides or topics to cover
• Additional companies to analyze
• Features or tools that would be helpful
• Improvements to existing content or site usability

Please send your ideas to info@unlistedshares.net. While we can't implement every suggestion, we read all feedback and use it to guide our content roadmap.

Thank You

Thank you for your interest in UnlistedShares.net. We're here to help you navigate the complex world of pre-IPO investing with clear, unbiased, educational content.

Whether you have a question, spotted an error, or just want to share feedback, we look forward to hearing from you.

Email us: info@unlistedshares.net