Yieldstreet Prism Fund: A Deep Dive

 In today’s episode of The Yield, Yieldstreet Head of Marketing and Growth Lindsey Fielding hosts a panel discussion with Yieldstreet Prism Fund Founder, President and CIO Michael Weisz and Head of Strategic Finance and CFO Jimmy Pandhi. They cover several topics regarding the new Yieldstreet Prism Fund, including the motivation behind it, the benefits of investing in it, and a look at what both large and small investors can expect to experience when investing in the Yieldstreet Prism Fund. The panel then wraps up with a clarification Q&A that addresses several key aspects of this new and exciting aspect of investing with Yieldstreet.Key Takeaways:[:50] Introducing today’s panelists and the topic of the investment strategy of the Yieldstreet Prism Fund and how the fund will be managed at Yieldstreet.[2:08] The motivation behind the introduction of the Yieldstreet Prism Fund and how it will benefit investors.[5:55] An overview of the three investment goals of the Yieldstreet Prism Fund and the variety of funds that will be invested into.[9:14] The three phases of the Fund, what investors can expect from each phase and which funds have already been invested into.[13:26] The impact of coronavirus within the Yieldstreet Prism fund and investment considerations and opportunities.[18:02] Specifics on how the Fund actually operates, details on the audience rollout and why Yieldstreet is accepting self-verified accredited investors.[19:28] Understanding the difference between the Yieldstreet-stated distribution rate and other individual investment offerings target annual yields.[21:12] How can the Yieldstreet Prism Fund help a large or small investor construct a portfolio?[24:42] A snapshot of the Yieldstreet Prism Fund board members and why they have joined in our mission.[27:41] Clarification of the fee structure of the Yieldstreet Prism Fund.[28:36] How will Yieldstreet approach allocating offerings for a general launch on the Yieldstreet platform versus what would go into the Yieldstreet Prism Fund?[30:44] What is the expected term of the Yieldstreet Prism Fund?[31:25] How does the Yieldstreet Prism Fund differ from investing across the individual investments offered presently?[33:47] Will Yieldstreet only be accepting new investors during the initial ramp phase?[34:40] Additional details regarding the Art and Legal Finance asset classes.[38:44] The relationship between the Yieldstreet Prism Fund and BlackRock.[42:15] How will investors be taxed for participating in the Yieldstreet Prism Fund?[43:10] A follow-up on the tradable securities portion of investment opportunities.Mentioned in This Episode:YieldstreetYieldstreet Prism Fund