Issuing Your Opportunity Zone Fund
What are Opportunity Zones and Qualified Opportunity Funds? Opportunity Zones (OZs) are geographic areas identified by the U.S. federal government as target areas for economic development. They were designated by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, which offers tax incentives for investments in developing these areas to drive capital to them that would […]
In our defense – Why you need a Managing Broker-Dealer
If you’re a Sponsor selling private placements, are you trying to figure out if you should engage a Managing Broker-Dealer (MBD)? Have you learned about the SEC’s Rule 3a4-1, but when you ask your attorneys what you should do to comply with US securities laws, they give you different answers? At TOBIN, we get it. […]
TOBIN is Embracing AI Now
I am always looking for ways to improve the services and experience that TOBIN provides to our clients. When the revolutionary new technology of AI leaped onto the scene, I knew that it was crucial to join in and discover ways to implement AI within our firm. In this spirit, I recently found myself on […]
Tobin & Company: Navigating the 506(b) to 506(c) Exemption Switch for DST and Other Private Placement Offerings
Maximizing Capital Formation in the Current Market At Tobin & Company, we understand the importance of navigating the ever-evolving regulatory landscape within the private placement offering space. When it comes to raising capital, Regulation D’s 506 exemptions offer issuers flexibility. However, with DST and other private placement offerings experiencing extended timelines for full subscription, a […]
Unlocking US Private Capital Markets with TOBIN’s Chaperoning Broker-Dealer Services
Expanding Opportunities for International Broker-Dealers At TOBIN, we understand the growing demand for international investment diversification. Institutional investors are constantly seeking new avenues for growth and higher returns, often looking beyond traditional markets. This presents a unique opportunity for international broker-dealers with qualified issuers seeking capital within the US private capital markets. However, navigating the […]
Announcement of TOBIN’s New Updated Website
Tobin & Company Launches New Website for 2024 Tobin & Company Investment Banking Group has launched a brand-new upgraded website for 2024. The new site deploys a variety of features including enhanced graphics and motion to make visits more enjoyable and efficient. It also includes a special focus on high-quality investment banking information, and resources […]
A Heartfelt Message from a Former TOBIN Intern
It is always a delight to receive emails from the young women and men who have been Tobin & Company Intern Analysts through the years. One such email arrived in my mailbox three weeks ago. The message was from a former analyst intern who is now a consultant at one of the “Big Four” consulting […]
New SEC Rules Signal Greater Transparency for $20 Trillion Industry
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved new rules that will usher in sweeping changes for how private equity and hedge funds operate. One substantial rule change prohibits private fund managers from providing preferential treatment to Limited Partner (LP) investors involved in the funds. The new rules also require private funds to issue quarterly […]
TOBIN Expands Broker-Dealer Services Internationally
Tobin & Company Securities LLC has announced a new service-line representing broker-dealers from other countries around the world who want to raise capital for their issuer-clients by selling securities in the United States. The move means foreign broker-dealers outside the U.S. can access U.S. investment capital and, in turn, institutional U.S. investors can access global investment […]
Raising Private Capital? Regulation D Offers Options
Regulation D offers an avenue for securities issuers to raise funds without registering with state securities agencies or with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Registering with the SEC can be a time-consuming and costly process. Regulation D provides private companies with a cost-effective means of raising outside capital. Two Options Under Regulation D: Rule […]