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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