The minimum to start alternative investing can vary hugely depending on the type of alternative asset you want to invest in. Here’s a breakdown by category:
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1. Real Estate (Direct or Crowdfunding)
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Direct property purchase: Usually requires a down payment of 20–30% of the property value. In India, that could easily be ₹10–50 lakh for a decent property.
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Real estate crowdfunding or REITs: You can start with as little as ₹5,000–₹25,000 depending on the platform.
2. Private Equity / Venture Capital
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Typically high minimums: $25,000–$100,000 or more.
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Some online platforms (like AngelList or SeedInvest) allow smaller investments, sometimes around $1,000–$5,000, but these are rarer and riskier.
3. Hedge Funds
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Usually require $100,000+, sometimes even millions. Not accessible for small retail investors.
4. Commodities (Gold, Silver, Oil)
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Gold/Silver ETFs or digital gold: Start with ₹100–₹1,000.
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Futures trading requires margin, often ₹20,000–₹50,000 per contract.
5. Cryptocurrencies / Digital Assets
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Can start with very little, sometimes as low as ₹100–₹500, though risk is extremely high.
6. Collectibles (Art, Wine, Rare Coins)
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Minimums vary widely:
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Fractional ownership platforms may allow ₹5,000–₹50,000.
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Buying full items directly can run into lakhs or crores.
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✅ Key takeaway:
For most retail investors, the lowest barrier to entry is through REITs, crowdfunding, or digital assets, often starting from just a few thousand rupees.
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