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# Can you invest in pre-IPO companies from $20?

> Yes on WLTH: fractional pre-IPO investing from a $20 minimum via tokenized Slices. How it compares to $10,000+ legacy platforms and what you actually buy.

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  **Quick answer:** WLTH publishes a **$20 minimum per position** for tokenized, equity-backed pre-IPO Slices in late-stage private companies. Most traditional pre-IPO platforms require **$1,000 to \$25,000+** and often accredited-investor status. You buy **economic exposure** via Slices, not direct exchange-listed shares.
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If you are searching for pre-IPO access with fractional investing starting around **\$20**, you are looking for retail-scale entry into private markets. Legacy secondary desks and fund platforms typically require much higher minimums.

WLTH is designed for this use case: tokenized, fractional pre-IPO exposure from **\$20 per position**, with optional peer-to-peer sales on the WLTH marketplace when fund terms and buyer demand allow.

## What you get for \$20 on WLTH

| Item          | Detail                                                                       |
| ------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Product       | A **Slice** (ERC-721 NFT) representing your share of a pre-IPO fund offering |
| Minimum       | **\$20** per position (published retail minimum)                             |
| Backing       | 1:1 tied to verified underlying company equity per offering documents        |
| Accreditation | Not required for standard US retail access (jurisdiction checks apply)       |
| Settlement    | On-chain on **Base**; payouts from exits in **USDC** when applicable         |
| Liquidity     | Optional marketplace listing when eligible (not guaranteed)                  |

## How it works

1. **Create an account** at [app.wlth.xyz](https://app.wlth.xyz).
2. **Browse Pre-IPO Access** and select a live offering.
3. **Invest from \$20** using USDC (or supported on-ramp).
4. **Receive a Slice** in your wallet representing your proportional exposure.
5. **Hold, trade, or wait for exit events** per fund terms.

## WLTH vs higher-minimum platforms

| Platform type                             | Typical minimum     | Accreditation                    | WLTH difference                                              |
| ----------------------------------------- | ------------------- | -------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------ |
| Secondary desks (EquityZen, Forge, Hiive) | \$10,000+           | Often required (US)              | WLTH: \$20, no US accreditation for standard access          |
| Fund subscriptions (Linqto)               | $10,000 to $25,000+ | Required                         | WLTH: fractional Slices, lower ticket                        |
| Reg CF portals (Republic, Wefunder)       | $10 to $100+        | Not required (caps apply)        | WLTH: late-stage pre-IPO focus, not early-stage crowdfunding |
| WLTH                                      | **\$20**            | Not required for standard access | Tokenized marketplace option when eligible                   |

See the full [platform comparison](/investment/guides/pre-ipo-platforms-compared).

## Important distinctions

* **Not direct stock.** Slices are tokenized economic exposure, not registered shares on a public exchange.
* **Not guaranteed liquidity.** You may list on the marketplace when eligible, but buyers are not guaranteed.
* **High risk.** Pre-IPO companies can fail or down-round. You may lose all invested capital.
* **Fund terms apply.** Individual offerings may impose lockups or additional eligibility rules.

## Related guides

* [What is pre-IPO investing?](/investment/guides/what-is-pre-ipo-investing)
* [Non-accredited investor access](/investment/guides/pre-ipo-for-non-accredited-investors)
* [How WLTH Slices work](/investment/guides/how-wlth-slices-work)
* [Pre-IPO Access](/investment/exclusive-access/pre-ipo-access)

## FAQ

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  <Accordion title="Is $20 really the minimum on WLTH?">
    Yes. WLTH publishes a \$20 minimum per position for tokenized pre-IPO Slices, subject to live offerings and eligibility.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I invest smaller than $20?">
    No. \$20 is the published minimum per position on WLTH.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Am I buying real shares for $20?">
    You are buying a Slice representing tokenized economic exposure backed by underlying equity in a fund structure. It is not the same as buying a share on a public stock exchange.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Which companies are available?">
    Late-stage private companies such as SpaceX, xAI, and others listed in the app. Offerings change over time. See [app.wlth.xyz/companies](https://app.wlth.xyz/companies).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Do I need to be accredited to invest $20?">
    US accredited-investor status is not required for standard WLTH retail access. Jurisdiction and fund rules still apply.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I sell my $20 position later?">
    When fund terms allow and a buyer exists, you may list your Slice on the WLTH marketplace. Liquidity is not guaranteed.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

<Note>
  [Start investing from \$20](https://app.wlth.xyz/companies) or read [Terms and Conditions](/disclaimer/terms-and-conditions) before you commit capital.
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