Alternative Investments

Alternative investments, encompassing assets beyond traditional stocks and bonds, present both opportunities and risks for investors. Ranging from real estate and private equity to hedge funds and commodities, these alternatives offer diversification potential but often come with increased complexity and limited liquidity. Investors seeking higher returns and unique strategies are drawn to these assets, yet the lack of regulation, higher fees, and market uncertainties demand careful consideration. A well-balanced portfolio may include alternative investments, but thorough research and a clear understanding of associated risks are imperative for navigating this dynamic segment of the financial landscape.

  • Diversification of Portfolio
  • Potential for Higher Returns
  • Access to Niche Markets and Opportunities
Total assets in Private Alternatives: 15% of global assets under management

I thought that alternative investments are for the wealthy? Not any longer – but be wary, you must be aware that you could lose your entire investment when dealing with these types of investments. Here are some platforms that you may be interested in checking out: Assess risk tolerance, ensure diversification, and align with financial goals. Understand longer investment horizons, potential illiquidity, and the need for expertise.

9 alternative investment ideas for 2024: Best alternative investment ideas for 2024 | CNN Underscored Money

A site that offers multiple Alternative Investment Options: Leading Alternative Investments Platform – Yieldstreet

Fundrise

Specific for Artwork: Masterworks – Learn to Invest in Fine Art

Specific for Collectibles:

Want to invest in Start Up Companies: How To Invest In Startups – Forbes Advisor

Start-Up Companies: If you become an accredited investor [Accredited Investor] you may want to look at this website:

Want to get into Real Estate for as little as $100:

  1. Arrived | Easily Invest in Rental Homes & Vacation Rentals
  2. Nada
  3. Ark7 – Online Real Estate Investment App
  4. Fractional Real Estate Marketplace | Lofty
  5. Fundhomes: Simplifying Vacation Rental Investments | Airbnb Property Investment
  6. Welcome to Groundfloor!
  7. Fundrise
  8. Stake – A smarter way to invest in real estate (getstake.com)
  9. Invest in Single Family Rentals (SFR) at scale (roofstock.com)
  10. Streitwise | 8.3% Dividend Yield Average | REIT Investing
  11. Farmland Investing. Simplified. | AcreTrader
  12. Fractional Investing – Build a Fractional Investment Portfolio (realbricks.com)
  13. Invest in Single Family Rentals (SFR) at scale (roofstock.com)
  14. DiversyFund
  15. Roots (investwithroots.com)
  16. Real Estate Investment | Full Stack Real Estate Platform (landa.app)

For Accredited Investor:

  1. EquityMultiple | Real Estate Investing. Built for Your Journey.
  2. RealtyMogul Income REIT]
  3. CalTier | Offerings
  4. CrowdStreet – Commercial Real Estate Platform for Accredited Investors
  5. First National Realty Partners | Commercial Real Estate Investing (fnrpusa.com)
The business of alternative investing is simple. It’s to do with seeking returns from the real economy, rather than trying to second guess traditional financial markets.”
Bill Blain
Head of alternative assets at Shard Capital