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PROS
The #1 platform by far due to the endorsement of Kevin O'Leary as a recognized TV personality on Shark Tank. They offer bonus shares and early bird perks as well as a secondary marketplace to sell your shares. It is the most investor friendliest and easy to use platform of all.
CONS
Offers email support communication only. But I also have not had any issues where I would need to reach out to anyone thus far.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Visa, Discover, AmEx, ACH, Checking or Savings account., Bitcoin (BTC) & Ethereum (ETH)
RANKING LEVEL #1
It has a secondary trading market for investors who want to cash out early. Great interface for newbies. Very user friendly.
PROS
One of the oldest platforms out there. They hold a large majority share of the industry for investors. This is my second most funded account.
CONS
They have removed credit card payment options to just a prepaid option.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Checking or Savings account., Wire Transfer. WeFunder Cash where you can upload money like a prepay wallet.
RANKING LEVEL #2
Second best investing platform in comparison to StartEngine. Very user friendly.
PROS
They house some of the biggest IPOs that have come to the stock market. Therefore they are geared towards high net worth investors. They offer a secondary marketplace to sell your shares. The majority of investments you will see are in the test the waters phase if you are a non-accredited investor. They have a great phone support system. They can manage multiple accounts.
CONS
They are very strict and more conservation in comparison to their competitors. Transferring funds can be complicated. You must stay on top of payment process as funds can get cancelled without notice. Investing and paying as an entity is harder. Site is limited base on your level of accreditation.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
RANKING LEVEL #3
Due to their restrictions and for the fact that the majority of investments are in the test the waters phase.
PROS
Platform has a mixture of innovative and second tier investments to select from. Highly regulated verification process for seasoned investors. A great starter platform for new investors.
CONS
Not as well known to the larger investing community. Investments often carry a higher minimum entry point to invest. Highly regulated verification requirements.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Checking or Wire transfer - $500, Savings / check-$200; IRA / 401K; Bitcoin (BTC) & Ethereum (ETH).
RANKING LEVEL #4
A simply web interface. Very straight forward to setup and start investing.
PROS
A very basic community base friendly platform for investors looking to support local businesses.
CONS
Not a high scale investor platform for those looking for a high return on their investment. Very few big deals of innovative companies to pick from.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Bank draft or credit card.
RANKING LEVEL #8
Not suited for active investors.
PROS
It's an up and coming platform currently accepting funding under the StartEngine platform. A young group of entrepreneurs that are focus on innovative startups.
CONS
A new platform that has not been proven. Still in launch phase.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
- unknown
RANKING LEVEL - unknown
Still in launch phase.