Main ways to invest in startups Quite often we are asked how exactly to invest in startups, we answer this question.
There are several ways and here are the main ones:
Startup exchanges (p2p-platforms). These are special sites that bring together investors and startups. Examples of popular exchanges: Startupnetwork, Kickstarter, Indiegogo, etc.
Crowdfunding platforms. This is an alternative financial tool for raising capital for startups and small businesses from a wide range of micro-investors. Such platforms include: AngelList, Crowdfunder, Fundable.
Investor Club. This is a community which independently finds promising projects according to the investor's requests and possibilities for a certain fee.
IPO. The easiest way to invest in a startup is to wait for the company to list its shares on the stock exchange and then buy the securities.
