In the weird world of alternative investments, private equity is perhaps the most recognizable and most easily understood of the major asset classes. Individual investors, regardless of market experience, are generally familiar with venture capital-backed companies like Google, Facebook, Uber, and Snapchat.
Read MoreObtaining your CFA charter is a long journey, taking place over a minimum of 18 months—but likely longer for most charterholders. One of the biggest hurdles for candidates is coming up with and sticking to a study plan.
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