Cult Wines vs Fundrise Comparison

Assess their risks, liquidity, investments, returns, timeframes and other terms

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Investments
$35,000

Minimum investment levels start at $35,000 for the Premier Cru tier and go up to £1 million for the Black Tier.

Investments
$10

Fundrise allows a minimum investment of $10 for taxable accounts and $1,000 for IRAs.


Moderate Risk
3/5

Investing with Cult Wine Investment involves market risks, potential fluctuations in wine prices, and variable liquidity, which could impact the value and sale of the assets.

Moderate Risk
3/5

Investing with Fundrise involves risks such as limited liquidity, potential modifications to the share repurchase program, market volatility affecting asset values, the possibility of total investment loss, and regulatory changes impacting operations.


Minimum Liquidity
1/5

Cult Wine Investment allows for portfolio liquidation, typically within 8 to 12 weeks, through sales to global trade, collectors, and consumers.

Minimum Liquidity
1/5

Fundrise offers liquidity through its share repurchase program, allowing investors to redeem shares quarterly with no penalties or costs.

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Moderate Return
8 %

Cult Wine Investment has achieved a compound annual growth rate of 8% since 2009.

Low Return
4.81 %

Investors on Fundrise can expect returns through dividends and appreciation, with an average income return of 4.81% over 7 years.


Long-term Investment
3-10 years

Cult Wine Investment advises a 3-5 year minimum investment term, ideally extending to 5-10 years for optimal results.

Long-term Investment
5+ years

Fundrise is designed for long-term investments, ideally for a period of 5 or more years, due to its focus on strategies aimed at long-term return potential.


Who can invest
International

Cult Wine Investment accepts investors worldwide with no geographic restrictions. Minimum age requirement: 18 or legal drinking age in your country.

Who can invest
United States

To be eligible to invest with Fundrise, individuals must meet several criteria: they must be at least 18 years old, have permanent residency in the United States, possess a valid U.S. tax ID, and file taxes in the U.S. The platform is open to both accredited and non-accredited investors.


Moderate Volatility
3/5

Fine wine values can fluctuate due to various factors, resulting in lower volatility compared to traditional markets, yet still subject to changes in market conditions.

Moderate Volatility
3/5

Assets on the Fundrise platform, such as private real estate and venture capital, typically show lower volatility compared to public stocks and bonds, due to less frequent valuation updates and reduced exposure to daily market swings.


Regulation and audits
Not Regulated

Wine investment is not regulated by financial authorities such as the Financial Conduct Authority or the Securities Commission.

Regulation and audits
SEC Regulated

Fundrise is regulated by the SEC and must comply with strict reporting, disclosure, and operational standards. It undergoes regular independent audits to verify financial accuracy, legal compliance, and the effectiveness of its internal controls, ensuring transparency and integrity in its operations for investor protection.


Insurance
Yes

Cult Wine Investment's stored wines are fully insured against physical loss or damage, kept in a secure facility near London.

Insurance
No

Investments on Fundrise, including real estate and alternative assets, are not insured by the FDIC or any other government agency, exposing investors to the risk of loss without insurance protection.


Payouts
No Recurring Payouts

Cult Wine Investment does not offer dividends.

Payouts
Dividends

Dividends are paid quarterly, based on income from portfolio projects, and can be either reinvested or cashed out. Appreciation comes from increases in the value of the investment, reflected in the net asset value (NAV) of shares. Returns start accruing after investment settlement, typically within 5 business days, and can be tracked on the Investor Dashboard.


Withdrawals

To receive funds from Cult Wine Investment, investors sell their wine, typically within 8-12 weeks, and then the proceeds are returned to them.

Withdrawals

To withdraw funds from Fundrise, investors must submit a liquidation request. Liquidations are reviewed quarterly for most funds, with a waiting period for the eFund. No penalty is charged for liquidating shares from the Flagship, Income, or Innovation Funds, but eREIT and eFund shares held for less than five years may incur a penalty. Liquidations are processed on a "First in, first out" basis.


Extra Fees
No

Cult Wine Investment charges an annual fee based on the investment tier, with the Premier Cru tier at 2.75%, Grand Cru at 2.50%, Cult Cru at 2.25%, and Black Tier at 2%. Fees are divided into monthly payments calculated from the portfolio's end-of-month value, rather than an annual lump sum.

Extra Fees
Yes

Fundrise charges a 0.15% annual advisory fee, a 0.85% management fee for real estate funds, and a 1.85% management fee for the Innovation Fund. Early liquidation of eREIT or eFund shares before 5 years incurs a 1% penalty.


Taxes
Annual Statement

Cult Wine Investment assists with tax documentation upon request or through a Relationship Manager for higher-tier investors.

Taxes
Tax Form

Fundrise investors can expect Form 1099-DIV for eREITs or interval funds with distributions over $10, Schedule K-1 for eFund shares, and Form 1099-B for liquidated shares. Tax documents are issued at the end of January for 1099-DIVs and mid-March for K-1s, available on the investor dashboard. Multiple funds in a portfolio may result in receiving multiple tax forms.

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