Streitwise review 2023

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How we rated Streitwise’s features

Fees	★★★★★	Annual fee and redemption fees on the high end, but no hidden fees.
Available securities	★★★★★	Currently only one REIT offering.
Customer support	★★★★★	Reach customer support via email or phone but expect a delayed response.
Mobile app	★★★★★	High ratings on iOS, but there’s no Android app.
Research and tools	★★★★★	Informational tools only, like articles and market news.
Reliability	★★★★★	No major outages have been reported.

To learn how our star ratings are calculated, read our methodology at the bottom of the page.

Streitwise is best for non-accredited investors

Streitwise is one of the few companies that offers an option for non-accredited investors to invest in private commercial real estate. That said, Streitwise is available to both accredited and non-accredited investors, meaning individuals of all wealth levels can passively invest in these offerings.

Dividend-minded investors may also be interested in Streitwise since it operates as a real estate investment trust (REIT), which tend to offer higher dividends than most equity investments.

Account types available with Streitwise

• Individual
• Joint
• Retirement

Where Streitwise shines

Streitwise says that its REIT averaged an impressive 8.96% dividend yield from 2017 through 2022. To compare, the FTSE Nareit All Equity REITs Index — a fund that tracks the performance of the US REITs industry — returned 4.03% on average over that same period, according to data from the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts.

What’s more, Streitwise is available to non-accredited investors and foreign nationals, which is rare among private REITs. On top of that, you can invest through multiple account types including self-directed individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and 401(k)s and not worry about additional fees like acquisition fees, servicing fees, property management fees, financing fees or any hidden fees.

Where Streitwise falls short

Streitwise currently only offers access to one fund with just two properties, which some investors may find limiting. Compare that to its competitor Fundrise, which has five open offerings with numerous properties available to non-accredited investors as of February 2023.

Another downside is Streitwise‘s 2% annual fee and high redemption fees. Even though it charges no hidden fees, its annual fee still sits above much of the competition. Competitor REITs tend to charge somewhere in the ballpark of 1% annually. Exiting the Streitwise fund will also cost you upwards of 10% of the fund’s net asset value (NAV) if you exit the fund in year two of owning it. This fee tapers until the five year mark, when you can exit the fund without any discount to the NAV. To compare, Fundrise charges a 1% fee if you redeem your shares within five years.

Streitwise’s fees

Annual fee	2%
Minimum investment requirement	500 shares at $9.23/share, or $4,615, as of February 2023
Redemption fee	Less than 1 year: No redemption allowed 1 year until 2 years: 10% of NAV 2 years until 3 years: 7.5% of NAV 3 years until 4 years: 5% of NAV 4 years until 5 years: 2.5% of NAV 5 years or more: 0% of NAV

Is Streitwise legit?

Yes, Streitwise is a legitimate company founded in 2017. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of and controlled by Tryperion Holdings, which has acquired and manages over $750 million in commercial real estate properties.

Streitwise’s platform is easy to use

The Streitwise platform is rudimentary but straightforward, making it easy to navigate but not overly engaging. After logging in you arrive at your investor dashboard, which houses some account to-dos and information about Streitwise and its REIT. Other tabs include current investment opportunities, a portfolio view and a document center, where you’ll find all the documents related to your investments.

Streitwise’s app

The Streitwise app is currently in beta testing and is an even simpler version of the platform. It’s designed to provide investors with a portfolio snapshot and account statements

Streitwise’s app store reviews

Google Play app reviews	Not available on Android
Apple App Store app reviews	4/5 stars based on 21 ratings

Streitwise’s customer support

Connect with Streitwise customer support in two ways:

• Email
• Phone

How to open an account with Streitwise

1. Select the Sign up now button below, and then select Create a Securitize ID.
2. Enter your email and password, choose your country of residence and state and select Accept & Continue.
3. Verify your email and allow Streitwise to access your Securitize ID account.
4. Verify your identity and complete your investor profile.
5. Wait for Streitwise to verify your account, and then start investing.

Eligibility and required information

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How safe is Streitwise?

Streitwise doesn’t go into much detail about the security measures it employs to keep investors’ information and money secure. It does note that all investment documents are processed through FundAmerica and Computershare, both of which are SEC-compliant platforms, and that its security systems are “structured to deter and prevent hackers and others from accessing information”.

Regarding your investment, Streitwise is not registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and your investment is not protected by Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC) or Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) insurance. Streitwise is a speculative investment and therefore carries more risk.

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