Disclaimer: I am not a financial specialist. The information in this post is for informational purposes based on my own experience and opinion and does not constitute legal advice in any way. I am not liable for any damages resulting from using the information in this article. Please consult a financial planner or tax advisor for advice on your unique situation.
Below is a quick comparison of several major crowdfunding platforms, from my personal experience investing with them. Links in the table below take you to their websites. Links to detailed reviews will follow.
Platform | Types of Investments | Accredited Investor Only? | Investment Minimums | Investment Fees | Noteworthy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Real estate, art, transportation, crypto, legal, venture capital, etc. | Yes | Varies but typically 10k+ | Fee structure varies per investment | A melting pot of investment types. Short term notes offer higher rates than CDs. Several investments are IRA eligible. |
 | Real estate | Yes | Varies but typically 25k+ | Fee structure varies per investment | Historically large marketplace of real estate investments. Some investments may be IRA eligible, 1031 exchange eligible, or QoZ. |
 | Real estate | Yes | Varies buy typically 10-15k+ | Fee structure varies per investment | Short term notes offer higher rates than CDs. |
 | Real estate | Yes | Varies but typically 35k | Fee structure varies per investment | Growth and Income REITs are diversified and have lower minimum investment of 5k. Some investments may be IRA eligible or QoZ. 1031 exchange coming soon. |
 | Real estate funds, venture capital | No | $250 | 1% total fees (1.85% for the venture capital fund) | Fundrise IPO – an opportunity to own private shares in the company. |
 | Farmland | Yes | Typically 10k; 100k for farmland fund | Fee structure varies per investment | Invest in sustainability. |
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