YieldStreet strives to democratize investing. When I was looking for investments that offered real collateral and
attractive yields outside the stock market, it was virtually impossible for accredited investors (like me) to access such opportunities. These types of investments typically demand high minimums and extended holding periods, effectively shutting out most investors, who are then forced to leave their funds in lower-yield CDs or savings accounts or, ultimately, spend it. I had an epiphany that my family and friends faced similar issues. I passionately set about finding a solution that would make solid investments more inclusive and allow everyday investors to access them, as opposed to those opportunities I’d encountered, which were reserved for multimillionaires, hedge funds, or institutional investors.
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