Landes Account Type

Landes offers a unique opportunity for investors to engage in secured agricultural loans through its peer-to-peer lending platform. The primary types of accounts available for investors include:

• Standard Investment Account: This account allows users to invest in agricultural loans backed by collateral such as land, crops, or machinery. Investors can earn an average interest rate of 10% to 12% per annum, with a low average loan-to-value (LTV) ratio of 44%. The minimum investment required is €2.

• Auto Invest Account: This feature allows investors to automate their investments based on predefined criteria, such as interest rates, loan terms, and collateral types. The minimum investment amount for auto-investing is set at €100.

• Secondary Market Participation: Although secondary market transactions are disabled, investors can manage their portfolios effectively by selecting loans with lower expected risks and diversifying their investments across different agricultural projects.

Landes Broker Account Opening Process

Opening a brokerage account with Landes is a straightforward process that involves several key steps:

• Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be a citizen of an EEA country.
• Must have a SEPA bank account.
• Must be over 18 years old.
• Complete a KYC (Know Your Customer) questionnaire.
• Documentation Needed:
• A photocopy of your passport or driving license.
• Verification of your email address and contact information.
• Account Verification:
• The verification process typically takes no longer than 24 hours. After verification, you will receive a personal virtual IBAN account, which is operated by a trusted payment institution.
• Funding Your Account:
• You can transfer funds to your virtual IBAN account with Lemon Way. The transfer usually takes between one to three business days.
• Start Investing:
• Once your account is funded, you can begin investing in agricultural loans available on the platform. It's advisable to review the performance of individual loans and choose those with a lower expected risk for optimal returns.

By following these steps, investors can successfully open a Landes brokerage account and start participating in the agricultural lending market.