What advice would you give new investors starting research?

The most important advice is to do thorough vetting of where you find help and to get assistance through the process, whether from an advisor or lawyer. You should conduct multiple interviews to find a good fit with responsiveness and a strong track record. However, the most critical step is to do your own fund research because the investment is too significant to delegate this choice to someone else. Reach out to team members directly, talk with them, and look them in the eye rather than just relying on what's written on paper. Throughout the process, filter out noise and think carefully about your own goals. Consider what you want your life to be like in two to three years as you plan through the process.