Buying a home takes about six months from your search to the closing day at a minimum. There is a lot to consider when likely making the biggest purchase of your life.
SPACS or special acquisition companies are becoming a popular way to raise money. It is a unique and innovative concept that, on the surface, doesn’t seem to make sense.
What is a SPAC?
A SPAC is a company that raises money from investors to acquire another company. They are typically listed on an exchange and have a board of directors and management team.
Pros of Investing in SPACs
They are easy to access for many investors since you do not need special qualifications like passing through accredited investor status.
Cons of Investing in SPACs
They are highly speculative investments since there isn’t much known about their assets after finding another company or business to buy out.
Few reasons why a company might choose to invest in a SPAC:
They may feel like their business is no longer growing, and they want to explore other opportunities outside of their current industry.
What Is the Process of a SPAC Merger?
The SPAC raises money from investors by selling shares in an initial public offering (IPO). The company then uses the fresh capital; to acquire another business, which becomes its operating subsidiary
The company that gets acquired will have its management team, which will be responsible for running the business and reporting to the board of directors at the SPAC.
Investors in a SPAC need to do their due diligence before investing to ensure that the subsidiary’s management team is experienced and has a good track record.