16% returns in 1 yr (not what I expected)

Last I checked they are still offering the $50 signup bonuses for new investors so if want more info check out the button below: seedtime.com/roots

Roots is a crowdfunded real estate platform that focuses almost entirely on single-family rental properties.

What makes them different is their model—renters actually become part-owners, which creates this interesting dynamic where they're incentivized to take care of the properties and pay on time.
It seems to be changing the game in a pretty significant way.

Meanwhile, my Fundrise account—which is more invested in commercial real estate like multifamily and industrial properties—is showing about 2.5% returns over the last year.
(It was actually negative a few months ago, so it's improving.)

So here's what I'm doing:

I'm NOT leaving Fundrise.
They've been around longer, they have a solid track record, and I still have confidence in their team and long-term strategy.
Different asset classes perform differently at different times—that's just how investing works.

But I AM continuing to move more money into Roots because the returns are speaking for themselves right now.
If I were starting fresh today? I'd probably start with Roots.
But there's nothing wrong with trying both and seeing what works for you.
That's literally what I'm doing.


The bottom line:
If you've been thinking about alternative investments or real estate investing without actually buying property, this might be worth looking into.
Roots targets 12-15% annual returns, and from what I'm seeing, they're delivering.

Let me know if you have questions or if you've had experience with either platform. I'm genuinely curious what others are seeing.