Equity Crowdfunding & Startups

The stock market isn’t the only way for everyday investors to tap into high-growth equity. In the past, only accredited investors could buy into privately traded companies, making a killing in the process. Thanks to the JOBS act, private investing in the form of equity crowdfunding is now open to investors of all backgrounds and skill levels. InvestorPlace seeks to be the first stop in your investment journey, providing educational research in all things investible.

Here’s Why the Republic Note Ought to Strike a Chord with Investors

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 21, 2020

Investors can get into the equity crowdfunding game by investing in the Republic Note, a unique way to benefit from future startup success.

Invest in Chow420 for the High Growth of CBD and Smart Retail Markets

By Stavros Georgiadis, CFA, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 20, 2020

You can Invest in Chow420, which seeks to set up the one-stop-shop for everything related to the CBD market.

Should You Invest in StartEngine?

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 20, 2020

StartEngine is one of the largest crowdfunding platforms -- and now you can be an equity holder of it. It's an interesting way to get exposure to this asset class.

Invest in Hellowoofy.com as a Play on AI Social Media Programing

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 20, 2020

The company operates a social media management system that is focused on smaller businesses. HelloWoofy.com is also raising capital from a crowdfunding campaign.

If You’re into Celebrity and Fine Wine, GrapeStars Has Just the Ticket

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 17, 2020

When you invest in GrapeStars, you gain access to a celebrity-driven market that is typically never short on demand.

Invest in CodeCombat to Make Coding Fun

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 14, 2020

Coding is an important life skill, but it can be hard to teach children. CodeCombat aims to change that with a series of fun games.

People First RH: A New Type Of HR Platform

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 13, 2020

People First RH developed software to help companies deal with workplace conflicts. Here's what to know before you invest in People First RH.

Invest in TruckBux for Major Disruption in the Food Truck Business

By Robert Lakin, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 13, 2020

A mobile app is set to disrupt the food truck business, especially amid the pandemic. Here's how you can invest in TruckBux to profit.

Invest in Sustainably Sourced Clothing With Wearwell

By Stavros Georgiadis, CFA, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 13, 2020

Investors hoping to buy into the sustainable trend have limited options for growth in the public markets. But Wearwell, a crowdfunded company, is a private company that could go the distance.

Invest in GetCharged, the Infrastructure for Micromobility

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 10, 2020

This startup is developing next-generation charging stations for e-scooters. The company is also raising capital from an equity crowdfunding campaign.

Invest in Heal to Benefit From the Disruption in Primary Care

By Robert Lakin, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 9, 2020

Healthcare startup Heal combines in-home doctors' visits, big data and innovative telemedicine. Here's how you can invest in Heal right now.

Sustainable-Minded Buzzn Puts Investors at the Center of a CBD Boom

By Stavros Georgiadis, CFA, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 8, 2020

Buzzn, an equity crowdfunding offering on Republic, lets investors get in on the groundfloor of a boom in CBD and sustainable investing. However, is this the right company to take that ride with?

Invest in GrapeStars for a Mix of E-Commerce and Celebrity Wine

By Stavros Georgiadis, CFA, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 7, 2020

It's always important to do your own research, but if you invest in GrapeStars you'll get access to a hot marketplace of celebrity wines.

Here are 2 Great Companies to Invest in on Crowdfunder

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 7, 2020

One of the top equity crowdfunding portals is Crowdfunder. Here are two companies to invest in from its current fundraising campaigns.

VasoGnosis Stock Is a Seed-Stage Investment in New Medical Technology

By Robert Lakin, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 7, 2020

Medical technology is revolutionizing healthcare, and one startup in the space is looking to cash in. Here's why VasoGnosis stock stands out.

Invest in Ferretly as a Play on Social AI Background Checks

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 7, 2020

The company has built a system with a fairly quick turnaround that analyzes top social media networks. Ferretly is also looking to raise money from a crowdfunding campaign.