Glossary

Welcome to our glossary, your go-to resource for key terms in the Private Capital Markets and Compliance. Perfect for investors, entrepreneurs, or the curious, this guide simplifies complex concepts from the JOBS Act to digital securities.

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Transfers

Transfers

Transfers in finance refer to the process of moving assets, such as securities or funds, from one account or individual to another. Efficient transfer mechanisms are crucial for the liquidity and functioning of financial markets.

Tag Along

Tag Along

Tag along rights protect minority shareholders by allowing them to join in when the majority shareholders sell their stake in the company. This right ensures that the terms of the sale are equally favorable for all shareholders.

Term Sheet

Term Sheet

A Term Sheet is a non-binding agreement setting forth the basic terms and conditions under which an investment will be made. It serves as a template to develop more detailed legal documents.

Testing the Waters

Testing the Waters

Testing the Waters refers to a process allowed under certain regulatory frameworks where companies can gauge interest in a potential offering before officially launching a fundraising campaign. This helps to assess the feasibility of the raise and refine the offering based on investor feedback without incurring the full costs of a public offering.

Texture Capital

Texture Capital

Texture Capital is a fintech company that leverages blockchain technology to provide a marketplace for digital securities, facilitating the issuance, trading, and management of private securities. They aim to improve liquidity and efficiency in private capital markets through innovative use of technology.

Tokenization

Tokenization

Tokenization is the process of converting rights to an asset into a digital token on a blockchain. These tokens can represent real assets like real estate, art, or equity in a company, and can be traded on digital platforms, providing enhanced liquidity and broader access to capital markets.

TradeCheck Report

TradeCheck Report

A TradeCheck Report is a detailed analysis provided in certain financial platforms to assess the viability, legality, and compliance of a proposed trade or transaction. It helps in mitigating risks by providing key insights into the transaction environment.

Transfer Agent

Transfer Agent

A transfer agent is a trust company, bank, or similar institution assigned by a corporation to maintain records of investors and account balances. The agent handles issues like stock or bond transfer and redemption.

Trust

Trust

In financial and legal contexts, a trust is an arrangement whereby one party holds property or assets for the benefit of another. Trusts are established to provide legal protection for the trustor's assets, to ensure those assets are distributed according to the wishes of the trustor, and to save time, reduce paperwork, and in some cases, avoid or reduce inheritance or estate taxes.