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How to Invest in RWA Tokens

A step-by-step guide to investing in Real World Asset tokens safely.

7 min readJanuary 5, 2024(Updated: 1/20/2024)
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How to Invest in RWA Tokens

Prerequisites

1. KYC/AML Requirements

Most RWA platforms require identity verification:

  • Government-issued ID
  • Proof of address
  • Accreditation status (for certain assets)

2. Wallet Setup

  • MetaMask or hardware wallet
  • Network configuration (Ethereum, Polygon, etc.)
  • Gas fees for transactions

Investment Process

Step 1: Research

  • Understand the underlying asset
  • Review issuer credibility
  • Check regulatory compliance
  • Analyze yield and risks

Step 2: Platform Selection

  • Direct from issuer (e.g., BlackRock BUIDL)
  • Secondary markets (DEXs, CEXs)
  • RWA marketplaces

Step 3: Purchase

  • Complete KYC if required
  • Fund your wallet
  • Execute purchase transaction
  • Store tokens securely

Risk Considerations

  • **Regulatory Risk**: Laws may change
  • **Smart Contract Risk**: Code vulnerabilities
  • **Liquidity Risk**: May be hard to sell
  • **Counterparty Risk**: Issuer default