Everything you need to know about private market investing with ZiliX Capital.
Private market investments are illiquid with typical holding periods of 5-10 years. You cannot sell your position until an exit event occurs. Only invest capital you can afford to lock up for the long term.
Typical holding periods for private market investments are 5-10 years. Some investments may exit sooner (3-4 years), while others may take longer (10+ years). You should only invest capital you will not need access to for at least 5 years.
No. Private market investments are illiquid. There is no public market to sell your shares. You cannot access your capital until an exit event occurs (IPO, acquisition, or secondary sale). Secondary markets for private shares are limited, restricted, and not guaranteed.
You receive your capital back (plus any returns) only when the company exits through:
Exit timing is not guaranteed and depends entirely on market conditions and company performance.
Here's a realistic timeline for a typical private market investment:
Important: Some investments never exit, resulting in total loss of capital.
Private market investments carry significant risks:
Yes. If the company fails, goes bankrupt, or never achieves an exit, you can lose 100% of your invested capital. Only invest what you can afford to lose completely.
We do not and cannot guarantee any returns. Private market returns are highly variable:
Past performance of other investments is not indicative of future results. Each investment is unique.
Only accredited investors (US), qualified investors (EU), or equivalent status in other jurisdictions. You must be able to verify your status with documentation.
United States: Income of $200K+ (individual) or $300K+ (joint) for past 2 years, OR net worth over $1M (excluding primary residence).
European Union: Professional investor or qualified investor under MiFID II.
Canada: Income of CAD $200K+ or financial assets of CAD $1M+.
Requirements vary by jurisdiction. You are responsible for determining your eligibility.
After approval, you'll need to provide documentation such as:
No. Submission of an access request does not guarantee approval. ZiliX Capital reserves the right to accept or decline applications at our discretion.
Each investment opportunity is structured through a dedicated Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV). Members invest into the SPV, which then invests in the underlying company. This consolidates legal documentation and reporting.
Minimum investments typically range from €5,000 to €25,000 per opportunity, depending on the specific deal structure.
No. Membership provides access to opportunities, but you choose which deals (if any) to participate in. There is no obligation to invest.
We curate a limited number of high-quality opportunities. Typically 2-6 opportunities per year, depending on market conditions and deal availability.
You receive detailed documentation including the offering memorandum, risk factors, and subscription agreement. You then have time to review, conduct due diligence, and decide whether to commit capital.
No. Membership is free. You only pay fees on capital you actually invest in deals.
Management Fee: 2% annually on invested capital, charged each year until exit.
Carried Interest: 20% of profits above your initial investment, charged only at exit.
See our Fees page for detailed examples.
No. There are no setup fees, transaction fees, administrative fees, or exit fees. The 2% annual management fee and 20% carried interest are the only fees charged.
You will receive annual K-1 forms (US investors) or equivalent tax documentation for your jurisdiction. These report your share of SPV income, losses, and distributions.
Quarterly performance updates and annual financial statements for each SPV you're invested in.
Yes. Private market investments can have complex tax implications. We strongly recommend consulting with a tax advisor in your jurisdiction before investing.
We're happy to answer additional questions about private market investing, our process, and eligibility requirements.
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