{"id":10681,"date":"2023-05-09T13:41:39","date_gmt":"2023-05-09T13:41:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/?p=10681"},"modified":"2026-01-03T07:14:29","modified_gmt":"2026-01-03T07:14:29","slug":"real-estate-alternative-investment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/real-estate-alternative-investment\/","title":{"rendered":"Real Estate Alternative Investment: What is it?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>One of the most crucial components of wealth-building? Diversification of assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s the problem. What used to be considered \u201cdiversification\u201d \u2014 investing in stocks and bonds \u2014 is no longer good enough, thanks to an environment of high inflation and high interest rates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The solution? Consider investments that aren\u2019t directly correlated to the stock market \u2014 alternative investments, such as real estate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll tackle:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is an alternative investment? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What are real estate assets and why do they matter?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why alternative investments \u2014 what are the benefits of alternative investments?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By the time you\u2019re done reading, you\u2019ll have a much better idea if real estate alternative investment is the right direction for you \u2014 and if it is, how to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n    <div id=\"callout-box-block_ef67607ebe919455c22780e0d1ea636f\" class=\"callout-box promo\">\n        <div class=\"callout-box__icon-wrapper\">\n            <svg focusable=\"false\" class=\"callout-box__icon promo\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                <path d=\"M21.41 11.58l-9-9C12.05 2.22 11.55 2 11 2H4c-1.1 0-2 .9-2 2v7c0 .55.22 1.05.59 1.42l9 9c.36.36.86.58 1.41.58.55 0 1.05-.22 1.41-.59l7-7c.37-.36.59-.86.59-1.41 0-.55-.23-1.06-.59-1.42zM5.5 7C4.67 7 4 6.33 4 5.5S4.67 4 5.5 4 7 4.67 7 5.5 6.33 7 5.5 7z\"><\/path>            <\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"callout-box__content\"><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>At-a-Glance: Top Real Estate Alternative Investment Opportunities <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Best overall: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/fundrise\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fundrise<\/a><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/li>\n<li>Best for accredited investors: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/yieldstreet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yieldstreet<\/a><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/li>\n<li>Best for single-family homes: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/arrived\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Arrived Homes<\/a><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/li>\n<li>Best for commercial real estate (accredited investors): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/crowdstreet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CrowdStreet<\/a><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/li>\n<li>Second-best for commercial real estate (accredited investors): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/equitymultiple\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EquityMultiple<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-code-snippets-content\"><div class=\"disclaimer\">\r\n\t<p>Note: We earn a commission for this endorsement of Fundrise. <\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-13.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.vncratcyb0uz\"><strong>What is an Alternative Investment?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An alternative investment is anything that does NOT fit within the traditional investing box of stocks, bonds, and cash. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The word &#8220;traditional&#8221; in investing refers to being regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission and liquidity. Traditional liquidity means an investment can easily be converted into cash \u2014 for instance, the speed with which you can sell your shares in a stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why alternative investments? The appeal is that they provide portfolio diversification because their performance is not correlated to the stock market. And of course, the possibility of high returns. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Historically, alternative investments were only available to mega-wealthy accredited investors in the form of private equity or hedge funds. In the last decade, however, these types of investments have become more accessible through mutual funds and online investing platforms. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although there is a wide array of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/best-alternative-investments\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">alternative investment products<\/a>, here are some key characteristics they share:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Traditionally NOT correlated to stock market performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Higher potential returns compared to stocks and bonds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Higher minimums: You can buy one share of stock for $10, while other investments might require much higher up-front costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Less liquidity: More complex structures mean a longer lock-up period, so your investment can\u2019t be redeemed quickly as with selling a stock.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are other common alternative investments to choose from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Art and antiques<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical real estate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Real estate crowdfunding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Online businesses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Farmland<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jewelry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Storage units<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Private equity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vintage cars<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-14.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.uk3lpwm6a65x\"><strong>What are the Benefits of Alternative Investments?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two critical reasons you may want to consider adding alternative investments to your portfolio. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, few people can expect to get pensions anymore. Rather than your employer guaranteeing you a future income stream in retirement, that responsibility has shifted to the individual. Alternative investments could provide a passive income stream. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Second, technology allows for a low barrier to entry. Large commercial real estate deals, for example, used to be available only to institutions and accredited investors. Now, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/alternative-investment-platforms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">alternative investment apps<\/a> are changing the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Online investing platforms make it possible to have equity in a self-storage facility in Texas or an apartment complex in Phoenix with the click of a button for a low minimum.<\/p>\n\n\n    <div id=\"callout-box-block_fbb287d6fcbeff07391e851862c03917\" class=\"callout-box info\">\n        <div class=\"callout-box__icon-wrapper\">\n            <svg focusable=\"false\" class=\"callout-box__icon info\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                <path d=\"M12 3c-.46 0-.93.04-1.4.14-2.76.53-4.96 2.76-5.48 5.52-.48 2.61.48 5.01 2.22 6.56.43.38.66.91.66 1.47V19c0 1.1.9 2 2 2h.28c.35.6.98 1 1.72 1s1.38-.4 1.72-1H14c1.1 0 2-.9 2-2v-2.31c0-.55.22-1.09.64-1.46C18.09 13.95 19 12.08 19 10c0-3.87-3.13-7-7-7zm2 16h-4v-1h4v1zm0-2h-4v-1h4v1zm-1.5-5.59V14h-1v-2.59L9.67 9.59l.71-.71L12 10.5l1.62-1.62.71.71-1.83 1.82z\"><\/path>            <\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"callout-box__content\"><p>Personally, I invest in traditional and alternative investments for diversification. However, alternatives may not be suitable for all investors as their individual risk profiles can vary across the alternative spectrum.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s discuss some of the main benefits of alternative investments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Indirect correlation to the stock market<\/strong>:&nbsp;The stock market can be unpredictable in a stable economy due to factors including supply and demand, interest rates, and current events. Investors can reduce risk by investing in private alternatives that are not tied to public stock markets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Asset class diversification<\/strong>: The stock market primarily represents cash, equity, and fixed-income asset classes. Including additional asset classes like real estate or crypto can help to diversify your portfolio.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tax benefits<\/strong>:&nbsp;The main tax benefit from the stock market is playing the long game to avoid short-term capital gains. You can also use any realized losses to offset any gains. Buying rental properties provides the following tax advantages:\n<ul>\n<li>Expense deductions for mortgage interest, operations, repairs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Depreciate property over time to reduce taxable income<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Opportunities to defer taxes with a 1031 exchange<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Access to new markets and opportunities<\/strong>&nbsp;&#8211; These could be investment vehicles that were historically available only to the rich, like art, private equity, storage facilities, private credit or transportation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-15.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.i0t9ojhx9782\"><strong>Real Estate as an Alternative Investment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rising interests and high inflation have resulted in the traditional 60\/40 stock and bond portfolio becoming \u2026 not so diversified after all. It has investors looking at real estate alternative investment opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So \u2026 What are real estate assets?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The foundation of real estate assets is that they are tangible assets. But the overall segment is huge. There are a lot of ways to invest, depending on how active or passive you prefer to be and your risk tolerance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A real estate alternative investment could be any number of things: a publicly-traded REIT (Real Estate Investment Trust), a private fund that invests only in apartments in the southwest, directly purchasing a duplex in your neighborhood \u2026 The list goes on.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-16.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.xo74y8syfa43\"><strong>How to Invest in Real Estate Alternative Investments:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t have the cash to buy a rental property you may want to consider some of the real estate alternative investments below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.346lr57cb2vx\"><strong>1. Fundrise &#8211; Best Overall<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Overall Rating: <\/strong>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Type of Investor: <\/strong>All investors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/fundrise\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fundrise<\/a> is a real estate investing platform providing investors access to a wide range of private eREITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts). &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Account sizes range from Starter, Basic, Core, Advanced to Premium. Investment minimums start at $10, and the platform is suitable for investors of all experience levels. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/fundrise\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-17.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The investment strategy you choose \u2014 Fixed Income, Core Plus, Value Add, or Opportunistic \u2014 determines the mix of assets in your portfolio. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/fundrise\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-18.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/fundrise\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out Fundrise<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-code-snippets-content\"><div class=\"disclaimer\">\r\n\t<p>Note: We earn a commission for this endorsement of Fundrise. <\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.pg4o6v6uqbxr\"><strong>2. Yieldstreet &#8211; Best for Accredited Investors<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Overall Rating: <\/strong>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Type of Investor: <\/strong>Primarily accredited investors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/yieldstreet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yieldstreet<\/a>&nbsp;provides accredited investors with a range of highly vetted alternative investments for a balanced portfolio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Opportunities include real estate and more \u2014 other Investments include art, transportation, private credit, crypto, and private equity. Most minimums start at $15,000, and the majority of investments are available to accredited investors only. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/yieldstreet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-19.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>However, non-accredited investors can access <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/yieldstreet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Prism Fund<\/a>. The fund minimum starts at $10,000&nbsp;and provides access to over five asset classes, including art, real estate, transportation, cash, private credit, and legal finance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/yieldstreet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out Yieldstreet<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.tzmg8sl6kkiy\"><strong>3. Arrived Homes &#8211; Best for Single-Family Homes<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Overall Rating: <\/strong>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Type of Investor: <\/strong>All investors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/arrived\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Arrived Homes<\/a>&nbsp;gives investors the opportunity to invest in rentals without the operational headaches. Minimums range from $100-$20,000 and you can earn income and appreciation while Arrived manages the properties. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/arrived\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-20.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Buy shares, diversify across multiple homes, and start receiving rental income quarterly. The first company to offer shares of rental homes to the general public, Arrived is on a mission to provide more investors access to the residential rental asset class. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/arrived\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out Arrived Homes<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.v9n3cn7kuvhy\"><strong>4. CrowdStreet &#8211; Best for Commercial Real Estate<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Overall Rating: <\/strong>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Type of Investor: <\/strong>Accredited investors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/crowdstreet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crowdstreet<\/a>&nbsp;is well-known for its wide range of private commercial offerings. With investment minimums starting at $25,000, you can access institutional-grade commercial deals by investing in REITs, custom portfolios, or individual deals.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/crowdstreet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-12.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Crowdstreet property types include but are not limited to, hospitality, industrial, land, office, multifamily, residential, retail, storage, senior housing, parking, and data centers. Their rigorous three-step deal review process ensures only the highest quality commercial assets will be available for investment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/crowdstreet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out CrowdStreet<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.dnd2o0r1ln6\"><strong>5. EquityMultiple &#8211; Second Best for Commercial Real Estate<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Overall Rating: <\/strong>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Type of Investor: <\/strong>Accredited investors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/equitymultiple\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EquityMultiple<\/a>&nbsp;is another solid commercial real estate crowdfunding platform. Accredited investors can take advantage of lower minimums starting at $5,000. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/equitymultiple\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-21.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>EquityMultiple is one of the few commercial crowdfunding platforms offering equity, preferred equity, and senior debt investments, allowing investors to select assets aligned with their goals. Their assets are focused on mid-market commercial space with multi-tenant properties. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/equitymultiple\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out EquityMultiple<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.buy9e9word2k\"><strong>Other Types of Alternative Investments:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Interested in branching out beyond real estate assets? Here are some other types of alternative investments:<\/p>\n\n\n    <div id=\"callout-box-block_b78de34f37c11f8ae98ec6fab358c75e\" class=\"callout-box promo\">\n        <div class=\"callout-box__icon-wrapper\">\n            <svg focusable=\"false\" class=\"callout-box__icon promo\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                <path d=\"M21.41 11.58l-9-9C12.05 2.22 11.55 2 11 2H4c-1.1 0-2 .9-2 2v7c0 .55.22 1.05.59 1.42l9 9c.36.36.86.58 1.41.58.55 0 1.05-.22 1.41-.59l7-7c.37-.36.59-.86.59-1.41 0-.55-.23-1.06-.59-1.42zM5.5 7C4.67 7 4 6.33 4 5.5S4.67 4 5.5 4 7 4.67 7 5.5 6.33 7 5.5 7z\"><\/path>            <\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"callout-box__content\"><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>At-a-glance: other alternative investment platforms to explore<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fine art: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/masterworks?utm_content=real-estate-alternative-investment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Masterworks<\/a><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/li>\n<li>Collectibles: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/public\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Public<\/a><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/li>\n<li>Wine: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/vinovest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vinovest<\/a><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/li>\n<li>Farmland: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/acretrader\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AcreTrader<\/a>\u00a0(accredited only)<!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><br \/>\n<!-- wp:paragraph --><\/li>\n<li>Cryptocurrency: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/etoro-sign-up?SubAffiliateId=blog-real-estate-alternative-investments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eToro<\/a>*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-code-snippets-content\"><div class=\"disclaimer\">\r\n\t<p>eToro securities trading is offered by eToro USA Securities, Inc. (\u201cthe BD\u201d), member of FINRA and SIPC. Cryptocurrency is offered by eToro USA LLC (\u201cthe MSB\u201d) (NMLS: 1769299) and is not FDIC or SIPC insured. Investing involves risk, and content is provided for educational purposes only, does not imply a recommendation, and is not a guarantee of future performance. https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com is not an affiliate and may be compensated if you access certain products or services offered by the MSB and\/or the BD.<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-code-snippets-content\"><div class=\"disclaimer\">\r\n61% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">CFDs<\/span> with this provider. You should consider whether you can afford the high risk of losing your money before investing with these products.\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.kjm8pt6ecfng\"><strong>1. Fine Art<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>What if you could buy a share of art like you can buy a piece of a real estate deal? Welcome to the complete platform for investing in art \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/masterworks?utm_content=real-estate-alternative-investment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Masterworks<\/a>. Pool your funds with other investors to buy shares of famous artwork for as little as $20 (available for non-accredited investors). <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/masterworks?utm_content=real-estate-alternative-investment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-22.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Masterworks is structured like other crowdfunding platforms. They select the artists, purchase the art, then securitize it through the SEC, allowing the assets to be bought and sold. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/masterworks?utm_content=real-estate-alternative-investment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out Masterworks<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.pi2j9iw277q9\"><strong>2. Collectibles<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>What do Air Jordans, The Incredible Hulk, and Pokemon all have in common? They are all considered collectibles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(Plus, did you know you can own a fractional share of the iconic \u201cShattered Backboard\u201d Air Jordans signed by MJ himself?)<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/public\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-23.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/public\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Public<\/a>&nbsp;is a one-stop-shop for all your investing needs, offering stocks, ETFs, treasuries, crypto and alternative assets. Open to all investors, their unique collectible offering allows you to buy and sell fractional shares of memorabilia, trading cards, comics, video games, and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/public\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out Public<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.4frgnpheqao6\"><strong>3. Wine<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>It would be nice if your investment portfolio could <em>\u2018age like fine wine.\u2019<\/em>&nbsp;It can, literally, by investing in wine as an alternative investment. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/vinovest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-24.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Fine wine is emerging as one of the best-kept secrets in investing. Vinovest, your investment sommelier, offers direct ownership of world-class wine with no minimums required (open to non-accredited investors). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Master sommeliers combine with quantitative investment models to carefully select wines primed for maximized returns. Factors like brand equity, scarcity, aging, and critic score all contribute to the value. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With bond-like volatility, inflation and recession resistance, and lack of stock market correlation, it\u2019s tough to deny fine wine as a solid alternative investment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/vinovest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out Vinovest<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.eghci8xhhz0j\"><strong>4. Farmland<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>What alternative investment comes to mind that is a hard asset with equity build-up, low volatility, and on average, double-digit annual returns? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not stocks, bonds, gold, or CDs \u2026 but farmland.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/acretrader\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-25.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Overlooked due to its simplicity, demand for food combined with a rapidly growing population makes farmland a diversified alternative investment with attractive returns. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With platforms like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/acretrader\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AcreTrader<\/a>, accredited investors can own shares of a variety of farmland types and earn money in two different ways \u2014 through land appreciation and annual rent payments from farmers. Investment structures mirror real estate platforms, ranging from core to opportunistic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/acretrader\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out AcreTrader<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.q6tkzbvpv1cg\"><strong>5. Gold<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Commodities like gold are a great inflation hedge and have a low correlation to the stock market and other assets. One of the most historically known stores of value, gold is tangible, liquid, and can help diversify your portfolio. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-26.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>There are several ways to add gold to your portfolio. In addition to purchasing physical bars or coins, you can also invest in gold ETFs or gold mining stocks. In a high-inflation environment, gold becomes more appealing as it tends to hold its purchasing power as the value of the dollar decreases. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interested in gold investing? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/how-to-invest-in-gold-for-beginners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check out this article<\/a>, plus our top gold IRAs below: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<script src=\"https:\/\/www.benzinga.com\/widgets.js\"><\/script>\n\n<div class=\"bz-widget\" data-name=\"gold-ira-partner-widget\" data-partner=\"1\" data-width=\"100%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.n2hag8sluqj7\"><strong>6. Cryptocurrency<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The crypto craze has resulted in new online trading platforms in the last decade \u2014 social trading.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/etoro-sign-up?SubAffiliateId=blog-real-estate-alternative-investments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Untitled-28.png\" alt=\"Untitled\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Investing is social. With platforms like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/etoro-sign-up?SubAffiliateId=blog-real-estate-alternative-investments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eToro<\/a>, investors of all levels can see what others are buying and selling, make connections, and get questions answered by successful investors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>eToro offers a large range of trading tools and available currencies and focuses on the social connection aspect of investing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/etoro-sign-up?SubAffiliateId=blog-real-estate-alternative-investments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out eToro<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-code-snippets-content\"><div class=\"disclaimer\">\r\n61% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">CFDs<\/span> with this provider. You should consider whether you can afford the high risk of losing your money before investing with these products.\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-code-snippets-content\"><div class=\"disclaimer\">\r\n\t<p>eToro is a multi-asset investment platform. The value of your investments may go up or down. Your capital is at risk.<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.c1f7yqew6h7i\"><strong>8. Hedge Funds &amp; Private Equity<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Two main categories that come up in the alternative investment conversation are hedge funds and private equity. They have their differences but both strategies invest capital in companies and serve as a hedge against the stock market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Private equity firms look to take a controlling interest in companies with a more long-term strategy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hedge funds do not buy companies outright and look to make a profit for investors as quickly as possible. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Both funds attract high-net-worth investors, including accredited investors and institutions. Compared to newer crowdfunding investing platforms, the barrier remains high to get involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.qb15l3580o02\"><strong>Final Word: Real Estate Alternative Investment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The traditional path to retirement has changed and the responsibility is in the hands of the individual. As a result, you need to look for other ways to build equity, create cash flow and gain tax advantages to maximize wealth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The number of alternative investments can be overwhelming to choose from if you\u2019re looking outside the stock market. The subcategories of alternatives seem to get longer by the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To cut through the noise it\u2019s crucial to define the problem solved by looking at alternatives, especially real estate as an alternative investment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Real estate offers diversification, plus there are plenty of ways to get involved that suit a variety of investors, from ETFs to crowdfunding to buying individual hard assets and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-faq-schema-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>FAQs:<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-faq-schema-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>What are the 4 main categories of alternative investments?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Alternative investments are assets outside of traditional investments like stocks and bonds. Four main categories include hedge funds, private equity, real estate, and commodities. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>What are real estate assets?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Real estate assets are \u201creal property.\u201d This includes land and any permanent improvements made to the land. The most common real estate assets are residential, commercial, industrial, and land.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>What are the 4 different types of real estate investment?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Real estate investments can take the form of public equity, public debt, private equity, and private debt. Within any of these categories, the most common real estate assets are residential, commercial, industrial, and land.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>How to invest in real estate with $1 K?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Two common methods to invest your first $1,000 in real estate are through a REIT (Real Estate Investment Trust), or an online real estate crowdfunding platform. Both methods allow investors to get started with low minimums by owning a portion of a real estate portfolio. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>What is the most popular alternative investment?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The most popular alternative investment asset class is real estate. There are multiple ways to invest in real estate depending on risk tolerance, capital, and your overall investment goals. In addition, it checks more boxes than most alternatives \u2014 appreciation, tax benefits, depreciation, and cash flow. <\/p>\n<p>The growth of online crowdfunding platforms over the past decade has given investors the opportunity to gain ownership in real estate with minimums as low as $10. In addition to real estate, other popular alternatives include crypto, farmland, art, transportation, and collectibles.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the most crucial components of wealth-building? Diversification of assets. Here\u2019s the problem. What used to be considered \u201cdiversification\u201d \u2014 investing in stocks and bonds \u2014 is no longer good enough, thanks to an environment of high inflation and high interest rates. The solution? 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