I want to do it but I got stuck on how I want to invest?? Company Trust Self -direct IRA Can you explained in simple ways - To see what’s the best for someone new on investing
I invested in the earlier round of JetToken that closed in 2019 at $.06/share. If I were to invest again in the current round, I would take a serious look at whether the valuation they are raising at is justified based on current traction and growth rates.
I'm looking to start up my almost 27 different century changing ideas. Any interests? One example: The zero Footprint Home with forward Comprehensive design. Not for giving away. This is your future. You have never heard of.
Log into your StartEngine account. In the top right, click your name dropdown, then "View my Investments". You should see all your completed and pending investments. It will give you the status of whether the funds have been invested already or not, which won't happen until they officially "Close" their round or take a rolling disbursement and give all investors a 5 day notice.
It sure is now! Seemed like they made the transition pretty fast over the past few months from most of the deals being free for investors (which it still says on their page here as of today - help.startengine.com/hc/en-us/articles/204659079-Is-there-any-cost-to-investing-) to now having consistent 3.5% fees for investors on most deals.
@@viewtube9666 I've invested in 3 companies on the platform. 1 of them finished their round of funding earlier this year, another one finished their round of funding last year and started a new round of funding on the platform again with a much higher valuation. The third one is still open and has not yet finished. So far none of these investments are liquid at the time so it will be virtually impossible for me to sell my shares unless I find someone willing to buy it. I guess I could contact a broker and tell them to find me a buyer but probably pay a high fee for that. The goal to make money would ideally be for the company to undergo an IPO. However, you can also make money off future dividends(that would probably be years into the future since these companies are not yet profitable), you could also make money if the company decides to make a sale. I think it's also possible for a stock buy back, eventually a company may want to get those shares back so they can offer to buy it from you. I heard a rumor though that Start Engine plans to create a marketplace for shares purchased on their platform, this will definitely make the investment more liquid.
There isn't enough data yet for StartEngine (or any Reg CF platform) to make really good estimations in terms of how long and what types of returns to expect. However, if we assume it will be similar to angel investing and general early-stage VC investing, it will likely take 5-7+ years on average to have large positive exits. And often going public through an IPO can take 7-10 years or even longer. crowdwise.org/data-analysis/equity-crowdfunding-returns/
While I've had a number of companies raise follow-on rounds (Seed, Series A, etc.) at increased valuations, none of my investments has yet resulted in a positive exit. While encouraging (some of them 5X+), those are all just "paper profits" currently, and still have a high probability of failing prior to realizing any returns. To be clear, this is to be expected, since average early-stage angel investing data suggests 5-8 years is the average time to exit, with failures happening even sooner. Since my earliest investment was done back in 2018, I still expect I have a few years before starting to see positive returns on the investments (if any).
Here's a link to the article I wrote discussing the 5-8 year exit timeline (and expected returns) on angel investments: crowdwise.org/data-analysis/equity-crowdfunding-returns/
Hello I want to ask you I’m new to this , when buying stock is asking me invest as a company -trust or self directed what’s the best option for me as a working man . Thank you . Maybe stupid question but this is new to me .
Not a stupid question at all! In fact, the tax side of startup investing can be one the more complex aspects. This is not intended to be specific tax advice, as everyone's situation differs. In terms of what's the easiest to manage, it's simply investing as an individual. You then would simply invest using a credit card or ACH, and then treat your investment gains/losses as either capital/gains losses, or potentially take advantage of Section 1202 (and others here - crowdwise.org/taxes/three-ways-the-us-gives-tax-relief-for-investing-in-startups/) , which can actually get you up to 100% off gains if you meet the strict QSBS criteria. For investing as a trust or self-directed account, there can be potential tax benefits (I'm not an expert here), but it definitely requires a lot more setup and perhaps legal fees. I'd recommend checking out AltoIRA.com or RocketDollar.com to check out their self-directed investment account options. That being said, personally speaking, I tend to invest as a personal investor with my taxable account, since long-term capital gains and Section 1202 (sometimes 100% tax-free gains) can essentially give me the same tax-free benefits as investing in a self-directed IRA. But again, everyone and every situation is different. Hope this helps!
Hi Linda - thanks for sharing this question, as I'm sure many other investors are wondering about the same thing! This probably calls for a future blog post to best answer your question, but as a quick example of how startup investors get returns (called an "exit") - check out Crowdwise Academy video 211 on Early-Stage Investing. I'd recommend watching the whole thing to get the best perspective! Here is the link: th-cam.com/video/ra43z8IlzpM/w-d-xo.html
For an example of a Republic company that went public with an IPO last year, check out this article on CNS Pharma: republic.co/cns-pharma-john-climaco-ipo-underway-dear-investors-at-long-last-our-ipo-process After receiving the number of shares they had purchased on Republic (or after any conversions), then those investors would be able to continue holding shares in the public company, or (after any lockup period) sell those shares and realize their gains.
Invested in 5 different companies for the last 5 years, haven't received anything...I got scammed. If I bought any stocks, you name it, I'd make some money...Live and Learn.
Great video, much needed content. For those of you actively angel investing on equity crowdfunding platforms, I do in-depth analysis on companies that raise on StartEngine, Republic, Wefunder, Seedrs and Crowdcube on my channel. The idea is to add value to your own research.
Happy to talk! Please reach out to me at the link below with your email, and I will respond from mine (to prevent spam bots from grabbing my email here): crowdwise.org/contact-us/
Have you taken a look at aquipor???
I wanted to see your opinion
What do you think???
Is ok to have a Robinhood account or Wetbull account before creating a startengine account 🤔
Great content! Keep up the good work!
I want to do it but I got stuck on how I want to invest??
Company
Trust
Self -direct IRA
Can you explained in simple ways - To see what’s the best for someone new on investing
What is service fee?
What do you think about jet token?
I invested in the earlier round of JetToken that closed in 2019 at $.06/share. If I were to invest again in the current round, I would take a serious look at whether the valuation they are raising at is justified based on current traction and growth rates.
I'm looking to start up my almost 27 different century changing ideas.
Any interests?
One example:
The zero Footprint Home with forward Comprehensive design.
Not for giving away. This is your future. You have never heard of.
What is the minimum amount to invest on Startengine?
It depends on the campaign. Some Reg A campaigns have had minimums as low as $10-50. The more typical minimum is around $100.
I invested $ 152.44 in the baby bottle holder on 7/27/20 and I have yet received anything in writing.???? How I get any proof of my investment..??
Log into your StartEngine account. In the top right, click your name dropdown, then "View my Investments". You should see all your completed and pending investments. It will give you the status of whether the funds have been invested already or not, which won't happen until they officially "Close" their round or take a rolling disbursement and give all investors a 5 day notice.
Fee for start engine is definitely 3.5% it has been for every investment I've made .
It sure is now! Seemed like they made the transition pretty fast over the past few months from most of the deals being free for investors (which it still says on their page here as of today - help.startengine.com/hc/en-us/articles/204659079-Is-there-any-cost-to-investing-) to now having consistent 3.5% fees for investors on most deals.
Veronica Angel El have you invested on the start engine platform
Yes. 2 investments on their platform
@@VeronicaEl has it been worth it so far?
@@viewtube9666 I've invested in 3 companies on the platform. 1 of them finished their round of funding earlier this year, another one finished their round of funding last year and started a new round of funding on the platform again with a much higher valuation. The third one is still open and has not yet finished.
So far none of these investments are liquid at the time so it will be virtually impossible for me to sell my shares unless I find someone willing to buy it. I guess I could contact a broker and tell them to find me a buyer but probably pay a high fee for that. The goal to make money would ideally be for the company to undergo an IPO. However, you can also make money off future dividends(that would probably be years into the future since these companies are not yet profitable), you could also make money if the company decides to make a sale. I think it's also possible for a stock buy back, eventually a company may want to get those shares back so they can offer to buy it from you.
I heard a rumor though that Start Engine plans to create a marketplace for shares purchased on their platform, this will definitely make the investment more liquid.
On average how long does it take to see a return using Start Engine?
There isn't enough data yet for StartEngine (or any Reg CF platform) to make really good estimations in terms of how long and what types of returns to expect.
However, if we assume it will be similar to angel investing and general early-stage VC investing, it will likely take 5-7+ years on average to have large positive exits. And often going public through an IPO can take 7-10 years or even longer.
crowdwise.org/data-analysis/equity-crowdfunding-returns/
@@CrowdWise sounds reasonable. Thank you.
Is your information safe?
New sub- thank you for your time
Yeah but so far I found that start engine can't even keep your password current. And when you try to reset it you get an Error Code!
This is great can non Americans be a part of this ?
have you actually made money on any of the start ups?
While I've had a number of companies raise follow-on rounds (Seed, Series A, etc.) at increased valuations, none of my investments has yet resulted in a positive exit. While encouraging (some of them 5X+), those are all just "paper profits" currently, and still have a high probability of failing prior to realizing any returns.
To be clear, this is to be expected, since average early-stage angel investing data suggests 5-8 years is the average time to exit, with failures happening even sooner.
Since my earliest investment was done back in 2018, I still expect I have a few years before starting to see positive returns on the investments (if any).
Here's a link to the article I wrote discussing the 5-8 year exit timeline (and expected returns) on angel investments: crowdwise.org/data-analysis/equity-crowdfunding-returns/
Ok I need to know if jet token is legit, will it rise. You if so what would be the educated guess, and when it should be kicking off
i was also looking at jet token.
Hello I want to ask you I’m new to this , when buying stock is asking me invest as a company -trust or self directed what’s the best option for me as a working man . Thank you . Maybe stupid question but this is new to me .
Not a stupid question at all! In fact, the tax side of startup investing can be one the more complex aspects. This is not intended to be specific tax advice, as everyone's situation differs.
In terms of what's the easiest to manage, it's simply investing as an individual. You then would simply invest using a credit card or ACH, and then treat your investment gains/losses as either capital/gains losses, or potentially take advantage of Section 1202 (and others here - crowdwise.org/taxes/three-ways-the-us-gives-tax-relief-for-investing-in-startups/) , which can actually get you up to 100% off gains if you meet the strict QSBS criteria.
For investing as a trust or self-directed account, there can be potential tax benefits (I'm not an expert here), but it definitely requires a lot more setup and perhaps legal fees. I'd recommend checking out AltoIRA.com or RocketDollar.com to check out their self-directed investment account options.
That being said, personally speaking, I tend to invest as a personal investor with my taxable account, since long-term capital gains and Section 1202 (sometimes 100% tax-free gains) can essentially give me the same tax-free benefits as investing in a self-directed IRA. But again, everyone and every situation is different. Hope this helps!
@@CrowdWise thank you for your reply it helped me to understand it more 😊 keep up good work . You have new follower .
I still do not understand how an investor would ever get a payout of profits.
Hi Linda - thanks for sharing this question, as I'm sure many other investors are wondering about the same thing!
This probably calls for a future blog post to best answer your question, but as a quick example of how startup investors get returns (called an "exit") - check out Crowdwise Academy video 211 on Early-Stage Investing. I'd recommend watching the whole thing to get the best perspective!
Here is the link:
th-cam.com/video/ra43z8IlzpM/w-d-xo.html
For an example of a Republic company that went public with an IPO last year, check out this article on CNS Pharma:
republic.co/cns-pharma-john-climaco-ipo-underway-dear-investors-at-long-last-our-ipo-process
After receiving the number of shares they had purchased on Republic (or after any conversions), then those investors would be able to continue holding shares in the public company, or (after any lockup period) sell those shares and realize their gains.
That’s why I’m here too
Invested in 5 different companies for the last 5 years, haven't received anything...I got scammed. If I bought any stocks, you name it, I'd make some money...Live and Learn.
I dont think you know how this works. Maybe have your husband or boyfriend help you next time honey.
I want to money .start my business .plz help me.
START ENGINE IS A SCAM.
DO NOT INVEST WITH THIS COMPANY.
Great video, much needed content. For those of you actively angel investing on equity crowdfunding platforms, I do in-depth analysis on companies that raise on StartEngine, Republic, Wefunder, Seedrs and Crowdcube on my channel. The idea is to add value to your own research.
Fuck your channel! Do some actual marketing instead of this bullshit
Mr.Wonderful has recently joined as Strategic advisor
Crodwise keep surfing
It's a small amount but I would still like to know if this is legit...I appreciate your reply...
Thank you so much..
What platform did you invest in this on?
Can I speak with you or email address? Thanks and really appreciate your breakdown of this platform. 100% clarity !!!
Happy to talk! Please reach out to me at the link below with your email, and I will respond from mine (to prevent spam bots from grabbing my email here):
crowdwise.org/contact-us/
27 is only the tip of the Iceberg
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thanks
Kickstarter
Start Engine: f*ck *ff
Don't. You will lose all your money.