Hey there!

Happy Wednesday! I hope you're having an amazing week.

It's Jose here, founder of Space Funding, and I'm fired up to share this week's insights with you.

We're on a mission to democratize private market investing making it accessible, exciting, and profitable for founders AND their communities. Every Wednesday, I break down what's actually working in the world of online capital raising.

Our mission? To raise $1 billion from 1,000 entrepreneurs by 2030.

Today, I want to share a game-changing stat that should fundamentally change how you think about raising capital.

Ready? Let's go.

Section 1:

Your Investors Spend 80% More on Your Products

Here's a number that should stop you in your tracks:

80% of retail investors are more likely to purchase products from brands they invest in.

This isn't a guess. It's data from a 2022 national survey conducted by TiiCKER in partnership with The Harris Poll.

And it gets even better: that percentage jumps higher among people aged 34-64 and households earning $75,000+ annually — exactly the demographic most brands want to reach.

Think about what this means for your business:

When someone invests $500 in your company, they're not just giving you capital. They're becoming a brand ambassador who will:

• Buy your products repeatedly

• Recommend you to friends and family

• Defend your brand online

• Choose you over competitors every single time

This is why we say: your raise isn't just about money. It's about building a customer acquisition engine.

Every investor becomes a lifelong customer with dramatically higher lifetime value. You're not choosing between raising capital or growing revenue — you're doing both simultaneously.

That's the power of turning customers into owners.

Section 2:

We've Raised $85M+ Doing Exactly This

At Space Funding, we don't just talk about theory. We've proven this model works across dozens of companies.

We're the investment firm that has raised the most capital via Regulation CF and Regulation A+ in both 2024 and 2025.

Our portfolio includes:

• Boxabl – Revolutionary housing technology

• Popsmith – Next-gen consumer products

• Tribel – Social media reimagined

• Citizens Coffee – Community-driven coffee culture

• Lit Motors – Electric vehicle innovation

• And many more incredible brands

What do all these companies have in common?

They didn't just raise money. They created investment opportunities that rewarded ownership.

We helped them design offers that made investors feel like VIPs:

• Exclusive product discounts and early access

• Limited-edition investor perks

• Community experiences and founder updates

• Pride of ownership in brands they already loved

The result? Companies that raised millions while simultaneously growing their customer bases, building passionate communities, and turning investors into their most powerful marketing force.

When you give people a chance to own what they love, magic happens.

Section 3:

$85M+ Raised, Millions of Views, Proof This Works Everywhere

Here's what makes me most excited about what we do:

This model works for ANY sector or market.

While helping companies raise over $85 million, we generated millions of views, scaled their social media communities, and turned their fundraising campaigns into full-blown brand movements.

Housing tech? ✅ Done it.
Coffee shops? ✅ Done it.
Social networks? ✅ Done it.
Electric vehicles? ✅ Done it.
Consumer products? ✅ Done it.

The formula is simple:

A great story + a solid investment opportunity + meaningful rewards for investors = A raise that funds your business AND grows your brand.

Here's how we make it happen:

Best Practice #1: Build Investment Experiences, Not Just Pitch Decks
We create beautiful, high-converting investor funnels that feel like premium e-commerce. People don't just invest — they join a movement.

Best Practice #2: Layer in Perks That Drive Loyalty
Smart perks turn one-time investors into repeat customers. We design reward structures that create long-term value for both sides.

Best Practice #3: Use Your Raise as a Marketing Campaign
Every dollar you spend on paid ads to drive investments also drives brand awareness, social proof, and organic growth. Your raise becomes your biggest product launch.

The companies we work with don't just hit their funding goals. They come out the other side with bigger audiences, stronger communities, and customers who are emotionally and financially invested in their success.