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The minimum investment on Doorvest is a 25% down payment on a home, averaging $56,250 based on the average home price of $225,000.
Fundrise allows a minimum investment of $10 for taxable accounts and $1,000 for IRAs.
Investing with Doorvest involves risks such as market volatility, economic changes, and property-specific issues. While the platform aims to manage these effectively, outcomes can be uncertain, and investors should carefully consider their risk tolerance and conduct due diligence before investing.
Investing with Fundrise involves risks such as limited liquidity, potential modifications to the share repurchase program, market volatility affecting asset values, the possibility of total investment loss, and regulatory changes impacting operations.
Doorvest allows investors to sell their homes back to the platform, requiring them to connect with a client partner for more information on the process.
Fundrise offers liquidity through its share repurchase program, allowing investors to redeem shares quarterly with no penalties or costs.
Doorvest reports an average annual investment return of 18%, accounting for rental income, property appreciation, and mortgage leveraging.
Investors on Fundrise can expect returns through dividends and appreciation, with an average income return of 4.81% over 7 years.
Doorvest focuses on long-term investments in single-family rentals, generally suggesting a commitment of several years to decades, based on real estate appreciation and rental income.
Fundrise is designed for long-term investments, ideally for a period of 5 or more years, due to its focus on strategies aimed at long-term return potential.
To invest with Doorvest, you need to be in the U.S. or able to sign documents at a U.S. Embassy.
To be eligible to invest with Fundrise, individuals must meet several criteria: they must be at least 18 years old, have permanent residency in the United States, possess a valid U.S. tax ID, and file taxes in the U.S. The platform is open to both accredited and non-accredited investors.
Real estate assets on Doorvest can experience volatility due to economic shifts, interest rate changes, and local market trends, potentially affecting investment values and posing risks for short-term investors.
Assets on the Fundrise platform, such as private real estate and venture capital, typically show lower volatility compared to public stocks and bonds, due to less frequent valuation updates and reduced exposure to daily market swings.
Doorvest complies with the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) consumer protection notice, indicating adherence to state-level real estate transaction standards. It does not provide details on broader financial regulations or audits, focusing more on real estate industry compliance than securities regulation.
Fundrise is regulated by the SEC and must comply with strict reporting, disclosure, and operational standards. It undergoes regular independent audits to verify financial accuracy, legal compliance, and the effectiveness of its internal controls, ensuring transparency and integrity in its operations for investor protection.
Doorvest protects rental investments with homeowner's insurance, covering physical structure damage and potentially extending to personal belongings and medical expenses. This coverage is a mortgage lender requirement, safeguarding against various damages, though investors should be aware of any coverage limitations.
Investments on Fundrise, including real estate and alternative assets, are not insured by the FDIC or any other government agency, exposing investors to the risk of loss without insurance protection.
Doorvest offers rental income as returns to investors, bolstered by a Rent Guarantee that includes vacancy and non-payment protection for the first three months, with an option to extend up to 12 months. Additionally, a Renovation Guarantee covers repair costs for the first year of ownership.
Dividends are paid quarterly, based on income from portfolio projects, and can be either reinvested or cashed out. Appreciation comes from increases in the value of the investment, reflected in the net asset value (NAV) of shares. Returns start accruing after investment settlement, typically within 5 business days, and can be tracked on the Investor Dashboard.
To get their money back, Doorvest investors need to sell their property, with the timeline depending on market conditions and the sale process. The process is initiated through Doorvest, and funds are received after the property is sold and the transaction is completed.
To withdraw funds from Fundrise, investors must submit a liquidation request. Liquidations are reviewed quarterly for most funds, with a waiting period for the eFund. No penalty is charged for liquidating shares from the Flagship, Income, or Innovation Funds, but eREIT and eFund shares held for less than five years may incur a penalty. Liquidations are processed on a "First in, first out" basis.
Doorvest employs a fee model, deriving revenue from a portion of the monthly rental income and margins on home sales, always at fair market value.
Fundrise charges a 0.15% annual advisory fee, a 0.85% management fee for real estate funds, and a 1.85% management fee for the Innovation Fund. Early liquidation of eREIT or eFund shares before 5 years incurs a 1% penalty.
Doorvest facilitates tax compliance by providing investors with all necessary documentation for tax filing, related to real estate investment income and expenses.
Fundrise investors can expect Form 1099-DIV for eREITs or interval funds with distributions over $10, Schedule K-1 for eFund shares, and Form 1099-B for liquidated shares. Tax documents are issued at the end of January for 1099-DIVs and mid-March for K-1s, available on the investor dashboard. Multiple funds in a portfolio may result in receiving multiple tax forms.