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title: What are the differences between Togetherise and other equity crowdfunding platforms?
description: "In equity crowdfunding, investors gain direct ownership in a company by purchasing shares, making them shareholders. This ownership structure typically appeals to professional investors, as it involves a long-term commitment with returns contingent on the company’s growth and eventual exit…"
url: "https://blog.togetherise.fund/faq/what-are-the-differences-between-togetherise-and-other-equity-crowdfunding-platforms/"
updated: "2025-07-24"
category: General Information
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# What are the differences between Togetherise and other equity crowdfunding platforms?

In equity crowdfunding, investors gain direct ownership in a company by purchasing shares, making them shareholders. This ownership structure typically appeals to professional investors, as it involves a long-term commitment with returns contingent on the company’s growth and eventual exit strategies, such as an acquisition or public offering.

Revenue-sharing crowdfunding on Togetherise differs significantly. Instead of receiving equity, investors are repaid through a percentage of the business’s revenues until a predetermined total repayment amount is met. This model offers:

- Flexibility: Repayments adjust based on business revenue performance, providing businesses with relief during slower periods.
- Mid-term Investment Opportunities: Repayments usually begin within the first months after the offering closes, creating a more predictable timeline for investors.
- Alignment of Interests: Investors’ returns are directly tied to the business’s revenue generation, fostering a performance-based partnership.

This structured and transparent approach enables businesses to retain full ownership while offering investors returns linked to operational success.