Traditionally, real estate investing was largely restricted to buyers with the upfront capital to assume full ownership of the property. In a paradigm shift, fractional ownership models are changing that dynamic, offering exposure to real estate returns without a large downpayment or tying up capital in a single asset.
Some companies are now allowing investors to purchase fractional shares of rental properties, sometimes for relatively small amounts. In return, the company receives a percentage of rental income, along with a portion of the property’s appreciation over time.
What has driven this shift? Scale and accessibility — especially through online platforms.
Affordability and financing are still two of the biggest stumbling blocks fac...
