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Investing in Sweater's Cashmere Fund, like any venture capital investment, carries inherent risks. These risks include market volatility, economic conditions, and challenges specific to the companies in which the fund invests.
Investing on Rally carries risks, including fluctuating investment values and no guaranteed selling price. The unique nature of collectible assets also introduces specific risks. Detailed risk factors are outlined in each asset's Offering Circular or Private Placement Memorandum, available in the asset's "Legal" section for investor review.
Sweater provides biannual redemption windows for investors to access their investment before the end of the investment term. However, there may be restrictions and limitations on the redemption process.
Rally's platform offers liquidity through Live Trading, allowing investors to buy and sell shares in real-time during market hours via the PPEX ATS, after a 90-day lock-up period. Shares must be held for 5 business days before resale, with brokerage services provided by Dalmore Group, LLC, a FINRA and SIPC member.
Rally's historical returns on collectible assets range from 1.35% to 84% over holding periods of 2 to 6 years. These all-time returns reflect the varied performance of different assets within this timeframe.
Sweater's Cashmere Fund is designed for long-term investments, but they provide biannual redemption windows for investors to redeem a portion or all of their investment.
Investments on Rally typically have a 2 to 6-year horizon, suited for medium to long-term growth. A 90-day lock-up period post-Initial Offering restricts immediate trading, emphasizing a strategic, longer-term investment approach.
Any U.S. resident over the age of 18 with a Social Security Number (SSN) is eligible to invest in Sweater's Cashmere Fund.
Rally is open to U.S. residents over 18 with a Social Security number, bank account, ID, and address in the contiguous United States, who pass KYC and AML checks.
The assets on Sweater's platform, including the investments made by the Cashmere Fund, can be subject to volatility.
The collectible assets on Rally, such as collector cars and memorabilia, exhibit volatility due to factors like consumer preferences, rarity, and market demand. Unlike traditional investments, their values can fluctuate unpredictably, reflecting the speculative nature of the collectibles market.
Sweater operates under SEC regulations, allowing them to accept investments from non-accredited investors.
Rally operates under strict regulatory oversight, offering securities regulated by the SEC and partnering with FINRA and SIPC-member broker-dealers, ensuring investor protection. Its operations and assets are regularly audited for compliance, financial accuracy, and asset authenticity.
Specific details about Sweater's insurance policies are not available on their website.
Rally protects its collectible assets with comprehensive insurance to cover damages or losses, ensuring investor interests are safeguarded against unforeseen circumstances.
According to Sweater's website, the Cashmere Fund does not pay dividends to investors.
Rally primarily offers returns through capital appreciation rather than dividends, with investors benefiting from selling shares at a higher price than the purchase price, based on the asset's value increase over time.
Investors in Sweater's Cashmere Fund can redeem their investment during biannual redemption windows. However, there may be restrictions or limitations on the redemption process.
Investors can get their money back by selling shares on Rally after the 90-day lock-up period, during market hours, via the app. Success in selling depends on market demand. Shares must be held for at least 5 business days before they can be resold.
Sweater's Cashmere Fund charges a fee of up to 2% for redeeming investments during the semi-annual redemption windows.
Rally charges no commissions or management fees on investments. Initial offerings include a sourcing fee detailed in each asset's offering circular. Instant Cash transfers incur a 1.5% fee with a $0.25 minimum, added to the transfer amount, but new users enjoy a 14-day fee waiver.
Venture funds, like Sweater's Cashmere Fund, generally provide tax reporting support to investors.
Rally issues 1099 tax documents to investors who sell shares or receive dividends, available in their Portfolio by March of the following year. Investors with active investments receive monthly statements, typically updated by the first week of each month, with new investments reflected within two months.