Alternative Investments in a Rapidly Changing

In a time when market volatility is rampant, the way investors are approaching it is changing. On today’s episode of The Yield, Yieldstreet’s Michael Weisz, Co-Founder & President, and Sylvain Grande, Chief Product Officer, discuss the future of the alternative investments market. As we approach the end of 2020 and get ready to jump into what we hope will be a more positive 2021, there are many things for investors to consider such as taxes, market & economic performance, and the reopening of the world post-pandemic.Click here to subscribe and listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-yield/id1527659260Key Takeaways:[1:05] Investment opportunities that investors expect as a result of the Biden-Harris administration in 2021 including tax hikes, infrastructure investments and accessing education.[5:00] Why we think investors should consider seeking out investments that are not correlated to the stock market?[7:03] The negative impact of macro issues on the volatility of the market and how Yieldstreet is breaking down the barriers that have traditionally kept people out of alternative investments.[10:30] How are banks provoking sporadic and negative investor behavior during the pandemic?[15:30] What are some of the clear winners and losers in alternative asset classes? A look at changing capital structures and private business credit.[18:35] Potential tax implications that investors need to be aware of with alternative asset classes regarding IRAs and tax planning.[21:45] Why do we think investors need to begin investing and diversifying as early as possible?[26:00] How can investors insulate potential losses and manage recovery efforts.[29:32] Lower entry point options for investors that are looking to invest less than $10,000.[32:14] Does Yieldstreet offer any late-stage funding within growth startup options?[33:31] Understanding the benefits of investing in active versus passive real estate investments.[34:35] The standard timeline for full participation in various Yieldstreet offers.[37:39] A look at new product features that are on the horizon and plans to improve the Yieldstreet user experience.[40:35] Closing points regarding the priorities and goals of Yieldstreet.Mentioned in This Episode:Yieldstreet