Frequently Asked Questions
Thousands of people choose private equity investments every year. Below you will find the initial information you will need to understand private equity, our approach to this market and to decide whether this type investment is right for you.
Put simply, private equity is money raised in private markets and invested in companies that are still privately owned. The funds are invested directly into the individual company in order to build the business prior to either a listing or, increasingly, a buyout or merger.
Until a few years ago this type of investment was normally only available to institutions. CSS Partners has led the field in opening up this area to private investors.- Why should I consider private equity?
- What are the potential returns for me?
- How do you pick the right companies for me to invest in?
- Do you also have a stake in the companies you recommend?
- What are the risks for my investment?
- What is the average investment size per investor?
- Should I consider short, medium or long term investment?
- How do I keep up to date with my investments?
- When should I consider selling?
- How do you make your money?
- How much private equity should I have in my portfolio?
- How do I build a portfolio in private equity?
- How do I get in touch if I’m interested?