Assess their risks, liquidity, investments, returns, timeframes and other terms
Invest in private market alternatives
Invest in startups and venture funds
The minimum investment amounts on the OurCrowd platform are as follows: $10,000 for individual company investments, $5,000 per company with a $25,000 balance transfer for a Portfolio Select Account, and $50,000 for investing in OurCrowd funds.
Yieldstreet investments, focused on high-yield, specialty lending, carry inherent risks higher than traditional investments, primarily due to the potential for borrower default.
Investing via OurCrowd carries risks, including the potential loss of capital, market fluctuations, and limited liquidity. Early-stage companies may not succeed, leading to a total or partial loss.
Yieldstreet's investments are generally less liquid, meaning they cannot be quickly sold for cash. These private market alternatives often require longer holding periods.
Investments on the OurCrowd platform are generally illiquid, as they involve early-stage, privately-held companies. Liquidity events, such as a sale or IPO, may take several years, and there is no guarantee or secondary market for trading these investments. Investors should be prepared for long-term commitments without immediate liquidity options.
The expected net annualized return (IRR) for investors on Yieldstreet is 9.6%.
Returns on investments in OurCrowd's early-stage companies and venture funds are highly variable and unpredictable. While there is potential for high returns, given the speculative nature of startup investing, there's also a significant risk of loss.
Yieldstreet's investments span time horizons from as brief as 6 months to as long as 5 years.
Investments through OurCrowd typically require a long-term commitment, often spanning several years to over a decade, due to the nature of startup and venture fund investing.
Yieldstreet is open to U.S. persons with a valid TIN, U.S. bank account, and U.S. mailing address. Non-accredited investors can access the Alternative Income Fund, while single asset investments require accredited investor status verification.
OurCrowd investments are open to accredited investors as per local regulations, which vary by country. However, residents of Cuba, Iran, Lebanon, North Korea, Syria, and the Crimea Region of Ukraine are excluded from investing through the platform.
Assets on Yieldstreet, being alternative investments, often show different volatility compared to traditional markets, potentially offering less correlation with broad market swings.
Assets on OurCrowd, being early-stage and privately-held companies, are highly volatile. Their valuations can fluctuate significantly due to market dynamics, competition, and operational risks.
Yieldstreet is regulated and undergoes regular audits for compliance. Its partnership with Synapse Brokerage LLC, an SEC-registered broker-dealer and FINRA and SIPC member, ensures adherence to strict financial regulations.
OurCrowd complies with the regulations of each country it operates in, adhering to laws governing accredited investors and investment platforms. It is subject to regulatory oversight, ensuring transparency and investor protection. While not specified, financial audits and compliance checks are likely part of its operations to meet legal and financial standards, maintaining trust and reliability among investors.
Funds in the Yieldstreet Wallet are insured up to $250,000 by the FDIC, with deposits between $250,001 and $1 million spread across multiple FDIC-insured banks for extended coverage.
OurCrowd does not offer insurance for investments on its platform. Investments in startups and venture funds are inherently risky, with no insurance protection against losses.
Yieldstreet offers varied dividend or interest payment structures: fixed income investments provide monthly payments at a target yield, diversified portfolios offer quarterly target yields, and art investments yield returns upon sale, all subject to specific terms and potential annualized net returns.
Investors on OurCrowd typically do not receive dividends from their investments in startups and venture funds, as these are growth-focused and aim for capital appreciation. Profits are usually reinvested to fuel further growth.
Investors on Yieldstreet receive distributions directly into their Yieldstreet Wallet and can withdraw these funds to their bank account as desired.
Investors on OurCrowd can get their money back during a liquidity event such as an IPO, acquisition, or sale of the company.
Yieldstreet's fees include a range from 0% to 2.5% annual management fees, structured notes incur a 1.25% annual management fee plus a $150 annual fund expense, the Yieldstreet Alternative Income Fund charges a 1.0% annual management fee and up to a 0.5% annual administrative expense.
OurCrowd's fee structure includes a 2% annual management fee for the first four years, capped to cover investment management costs. Additionally, there's a 4% upfront administration fee for direct SPV expenses, with the possibility of extra reimbursement set off from returns upon distribution. Carried interest entails a 20% fee on profits up to 5x the invested amount, escalating to 25% for proceeds exceeding 5x.
Yieldstreet issues either a K-1 or 1099 form for tax purposes, based on the legal structure of the investment, with details provided on the offering page and in downloadable documents when new offerings are launched.
OurCrowd offers investors an annual statement, which is essential for tax reporting. This statement details the year's financial activities, aiding in accurate tax filings.