Invest in multifamily real estate
Invest in startups in exchange for equity or debt
Investments
$5,000
The minimum investment amount on HoneyBricks typically starts at $5,000, although some specific projects may require higher minimums.
Investments
$250
The minimum investment on StartEngine typically starts from $250, with the average being around $500.
Moderate Risk
3/5
Investing in HoneyBricks involves various risks inherent to real estate and investment platforms, including market volatility, liquidity challenges, regulatory changes, operational uncertainties, economic fluctuations, and technology-related vulnerabilities.
High Risk
4/5
Investing on StartEngine carries risks including market volatility, liquidity challenges, regulatory changes, the high likelihood of company failure, dilution of shares, limited company information, and the absence of guaranteed returns.
Moderate Liquidity
2/5
HoneyBricks offers a Secondary Market for liquidity, allowing investors to buy and sell assets after a 12-month hold via SPVs and blockchain technology.
Minimum Liquidity
1/5
Liquidity on StartEngine Secondary varies due to its nature as a peer-to-peer trading platform with specific eligibility criteria and trading hours. Initially limited to companies that have raised on StartEngine, the platform's liquidity is influenced by the availability of securities and the matching of buy and sell orders within designated market hours.
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High Return
15 %
HoneyBricks targets over 15% annual returns and aims for a cash-on-cash return of over 5% from its real estate investments. These returns are projections based on conservative reviews and are derived from property appreciation and reliable cash flows from high-occupancy assets.
Not Predictable Return
N/P
Potential returns on investments are uncertain and vary. StartEngine's role ends after a company's capital raising concludes, leaving it without control or insight into post-offering investment activities.
Long-term Investment
1-5 years
The investment time horizon on HoneyBricks is inherently long-term, with the expectation that investors may hold their investments for several years to fully realize the potential appreciation and sustained cash flows from multifamily real estate assets. While a secondary market exists to provide liquidity after a 12-month holding period, immediate or short-term exit opportunities may be limited.
Long-term Investment
5+ years
Investments through StartEngine typically have a long-term horizon, often requiring several years to potentially yield returns due to the early-stage nature of the companies.
Who can invest
International
HoneyBricks is available to accredited US investors and to non-US investors without accreditation requirements.
Who can invest
International
StartEngine allows anyone over 18 to invest. However, due to regulatory concerns, StartEngine does not currently accept investments from residents of the UK or Canada.
Moderate Volatility
3/5
The assets on HoneyBricks, like any real estate investments, are subject to market volatility influenced by economic conditions, interest rates, and local market trends. These fluctuations can impact property valuations, posing risks particularly for those seeking short-term gains.
Moderate Volatility
3/5
Assets on StartEngine, mainly shares in startups and early-stage companies, exhibit high volatility due to uncertain revenues, evolving business models, and market sensitivity.
Regulation and audits
SEC Regulated
HoneyBricks adheres to regulations set by the SEC and undergoes necessary audits to ensure transparency and investor protection. Its investment offerings require SEC filings and provide detailed offering circulars to investors.
Regulation and audits
SEC Regulated
StartEngine operates under strict regulatory oversight by the SEC and FINRA, ensuring adherence to investor protection and market integrity rules.
Insurance
Yes
HoneyBricks ensures its properties are insured against physical damages and losses, offering a layer of protection for investments. However, this insurance does not cover market volatility, economic downturns, or fraudulent activities that might affect property values. Additionally, coverage limits may not fully reflect current market valuations.
Insurance
Yes
StartEngine's memberships with FINRA and SIPC signify its commitment to investor protection, with SIPC offering insurance against the loss of cash and securities if a broker-dealer goes bankrupt. However, it doesn't cover market loss.
Payouts
Dividends
HoneyBricks investors receive dividends from the net rental income of properties after expenses and reserves. These regular cash distributions aim to provide a predictable passive income stream from high-occupancy multifamily real estate investments. The exact amount of dividends may vary with the performance of the assets.
Payouts
No Recurring Payouts
Dividends on StartEngine depend on the individual company's policy and investment terms, with startups often reinvesting profits to fuel growth rather than distributing dividends.
Withdrawals
Investors on HoneyBricks can potentially get their money back by selling their shares on the platform's Secondary Market after a 12-month holding period, subject to market demand. The timing and success of the sale depend on market conditions, and while there are no HoneyBricks fees for the transfer, blockchain network fees may apply.
Withdrawals
Investors can withdraw available funds from their StartEngine Investment Account after a 10-day waiting period from the initial transfer, subject to providing additional information for security if needed.
Extra Fees
No
HoneyBricks charges no fees for initial investments or for transfers on the Secondary Market. Investors may only incur blockchain network fees for transactions executed on the platform.
Extra Fees
Yes
Investors may encounter a 3.5% processing fee on investments, depending on the company's choice. Wire transfers could have additional bank fees, while ACH and credit card investments don't have extra fees beyond the 3.5% if applicable. Trading on StartEngine Secondary is free for buying, but selling shares includes a 5% transaction fee.
Taxes
Tax Form
HoneyBricks offers tax-advantaged investing and provides necessary tax documentation to support investors in reporting their investment income.
Taxes
Annual Statement
Investors must procure the necessary tax documents directly from the entities in which they have invested, since StartEngine does not distribute tax forms.