Financial Returns

How do I earn a return? How long until I see a return? How is the valuation determined? Where can I get more advice on how to invest wisely?

You might not get your money back. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Very few, if any, investments are “guaranteed” or risk-free. While debt offerings on NextSeed may provide a security interest (in the form of a lien on the assets of the business itself) or a personal guarantee by the owners of the business, neither of these are absolute guarantees of any repayment. It is possible that the security interest may not be sufficient to pay you back fully. Preferred equity investments are not guaranteed or secured by any assets of the business.

Crowdfunding refers to raising money from the public (i.e., the "crowd"), primarily through online forums, social media, and crowdfunding websites to finance a new project or venture. Equity crowdfunding takes this one step further. In exchange for relatively small amounts of cash, public investors get a proportionate slice of equity in the business venture.

In recent years, one of the most exciting developments in the world of investing has been the development of investment crowdfunding. With this new type of investing, there is a chance that you could make money from startups, expanding businesses, and even real estate in a way that hasn't been possible before. However, before you dedicate money to investment crowdfunding, it’s important to evaluate the situation to see whether it’s right for you—as you would with any other type of investment.