Make apples-to-apples decisions in minutes. The Quick-Compare Cheatsheet pulls the few variables that actually drive outcomes—structure, risk, return, fees, liquidity, and team—into one clean view, so you can shortlist the right opportunities fast and reserve deep diligence for the finalists.
| Asset Class | Liquidity | Typical Returns1 | Risk Level2 | Minimum Ticket3 | Time Horizon | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real Estate (Equity/Debt) | Low–Medium | 6 – 12% p.a. | Medium | $5 K – $25 K | 3 – 7 yrs | Direct ownership or loans; inflation hedge |
| Art & Collectibles | Low | 8 – 15% p.a. | High | $1 K – $10 K | 7+ yrs | Illiquid; value driven by scarcity & taste |
| Film & TV | Low–Medium | 10 – 25%+ | High | $5 K – $50 K | 3 – 5 yrs | Completion & distribution risk; bonds help |
| Broadway & Theater | Low–Medium | 12 – 20% | High | $10 K – $50 K | 2 – 4 yrs | Box-office, touring & licensing revenue |
| Startups & Private Equity | Low | 20 – 30%+ | Very High | $10 K – $50 K | 5+ yrs | High failure rate; diversification critical |
| Private Credit & Structured Finance | Medium | 6 – 14% | Medium–High | $2 K – $25 K | 1 – 3 yrs | Senior vs. mezzanine; legal financing etc. |
Âą Based on historical private-market benchmarks.
² Relative to public stocks/bonds.
Âł Via fractional platforms, syndicates, funds.