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StartEngine
Own part of what you love
$600M+
Total Invested
1M+
Investors
$100
Minimum Investment
Overview
StartEngine is an equity crowdfunding platform that has helped over 500 companies raise capital from everyday investors. The platform offers investments in startups, small businesses, and even allows trading of certain securities on its secondary market.
Key Information
- Founded: 2014
- Asset Class: Startups & Equity
- Minimum Investment: $100
- Accreditation Required: No
- IRA Eligible: No
- Secondary Market: Yes
- Distribution Frequency: At Exit
Fees & Costs
- Management Fee: 2% payment processing
- Performance Fee: Varies by offering
- Other Fees: Secondary market trading fees
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- • Secondary market available
- • 500+ companies funded
- • Low minimums
- • Diverse offerings
✗ Cons
- • High risk
- • Most investments illiquid
- • Platform fees
- • Early-stage ventures
Best For
- ✓ Startup investors
- ✓ Beginners
- ✓ Secondary market traders
Available On
Regulations
- • SEC Registered (Reg CF, Reg A+)
- • FINRA Member Broker-Dealer