angels + entrepreneurs networkThis is a ”startup investing group” listing and discussing pre IPO startup investing. It is a group headed by Neil Patel and touted by Robert Herjavec. Are they a legitimate service.
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A&E around and around the mullberry bush the monkey chased the weasle
Each properly managed start up will be carefully protecting confidentiality and the interest of the seed investors and angels , and each basis point of participation is zealously defended by each of them to get the maximum out of the IPO: so where does this service get its information from and what participations could be for sale?
As far as i can tell it is class D investments which means . I interpret those rules as far as AEN (Angles and Entrepreneurs Network) to mean that they only list opportunities that are in the Title II; Regulation D: Rule 506(c) category. So if I make less than or if my net worth is less than $107,000 I can only invest $2,200. AEN only vets companies who are established but still very small – their veting consists of researching public records and if it passed all their criterion they do a personal interview with the CEO or owner.
Im a new angel i need some help.
Is A&EN legitimate? and how do I buy shares in one of their recommended start-ups?
I joined this venture last week but will soon be asking for my money back once I received their “investors kit”. When I learned that you don’t buy shares but rather you give a company your banking info so they can ACA from from your account to theirs, I saw nothing but red flags. There are TOO many shell companies offshore to trust giving anyone my routing number and acct number. Be very careful on this one.
I’ve been a member for almost a month now. You make the investments through one or more online, independent crowd funding websites such as Republic, or Wefunder. Both will accept a credit card instead of banking account info. I’ve made a number of small investments in the $100 to $200 range using a CC. The paying service with Neil seems to give you his expertise on assessing these startups, and access to directly ask questions of the companies’ founders, as well as educational videos on angel investing. It was only $79 for the membership, and I’m pleased with the service… Read More »
I joined and purchased the $495 up-sell. I then saw the next up-sell! I immediately requested a refund! Luckily I received the money back. I am still receiving emails and links to low budget videos. So far the main speakers appear to be really low budget actors of just sleazy scamsters!
??? I joined angels & entrepreneurs and i’ve never been asked to give anybody my bank account number. You might have this confused with a different organization. I’ve invested small amounts ($50 – $100) in 4 or 5 companies. I know the chances are slim to hit it big in pre-IPO investments, but I’ve never been asked for my bank account number.
ARE THEY A SCAM
They are not a scam you just don’t understand the service they provide. They are providing you access to startups that have high chance of succeeding.
I would love to know if this is legitimate, especially since Robert Herjavec is advertising it. I really want to trust what he says because he seems to me like a real business man and wouldn’t taint his name with a scam. But has anybody made any money from this service? Has anyone lost money from this service? It’s such a cheap membership fee, it must be too good to be true. SOMEONE ANSWER PLEASE.
I joined this group an still active. I am somewhat disappointed this far as I thought there would be someone at least giving you a really good idea if the startup company would be something they would actually invest in themselves. What you actually get is some home videos telling you a little bit about the company you are looking to invest in with Neal’s take on the company. However they do not lead you one way or the other. If you think about it these companies are paying A&E to introduce there businesses to there group of investors. I’m… Read More »
I’ve been a member for about a month and have made one small investment of $1K. I have to admit, though, that I am somewhat disappointed because the day after joining I began receiving emails inviting me to upgrade to their personal deal flow. This says to me the real way they make their money is through subscriptions and upgrades, which is a red flag to me. I’m not sorry I joined, but I won’t be upgrading.
Hi Larry, I’ve been a member for about a month and I also made some small investment around $100 -$200. But now I receive several emails asking me to upgrade to their Founders membership, and now all of the Deal Flows in my page are for Founders only. The investment that I have made I’ve made through the Republic page directly. The Angles + Entrepreneur website doesn’t give me access to any Deal Flow and I paid $129 for my membership. I guess this membership only give’s me access to the Republic site and the videos so it’s up to… Read More »
I was a real fool and bought the $495 up-sell! What a JOKE! Get out while you can do so without being fleeced!
I joined for $1,500 then upgraded for another $1,500 just because I wanted to invest in Piston. The date of the offering they sold all available shares. I tried to buy but their software kept kicking back my order. When I complained the best they could do was to offer to put me on the waiting list for the next round in 88 days. I demanded a refund, but they’re ignoring me. Think twice about start engine.
Stephen, you never needed AEN to invest in or find out about Liquid Piston. It can be bought through WeFunder or StartEngine. Also you can find out all about Liquid on KingsCrowd for free.
I hope this helps.
I am elite member but considering upgrading to VIP so I can invest in robotic knee replacement. Does anyone in the deal flow arena know if you will be locked out due to oversubscription or what the minimum investment is into that deal? Also, today I get email upgrading to deal flow for $1500 on the homepage today states $5K?
Please don’t encourage scammers by giving them money. The deal is Monogram Orthopaedics. Google it.
Hi Raquel, I just read your commentary, In summary what you are saying is you need to upgrade your account to get access to dealflow angel investments right?
How much is the upgrade to their person deal flow?
Hi Carol, I joined A&E early October as a lifetime member ($497) which gives you full access but it comes with a price I found. They give you the four recommended companies to invest in and some extra advice but that’s it. Everything else it’s Pay to Play and it’s not cheap. The Deal Flow cost is $2450 and there’s no guarantees and Neil suggests he MAY BE investing in it which isn’t confidence inspiring. I’m seriously considering leaving the group and getting my money back. I will be back on here after I do some more research . Will
Amen! I did!
I did the same thing joined because of Robert Herjavec and thought it would be solid if he put his name on it. Sounded great but all i get is up sales and other offers.I have complained and asked about the private deal flow but they never reply. I see red flags so I’m going to try to get my money back but it might be too late. i joined about the same time you guys did.
Their personal deal flow is now 5k a year! I signed up for the lifetime deal at 495. thinking about jumping ship.
I joined Angels and Entrepreneurs around August and I got their kit, invested $200 to 2 companies, so far I haven’t heard about when will you get your investment, is it earning interest? I don’t want to invest a big amount because for me any company you invested in should be transparent on what’s going on with your money whether it’s earning interest or not. They just said that their company is growing but doesn’t really mention anything about your money or it’s investors. It says there also in their website that you invest only on the money you can… Read More »
I got the message to upgrade to the personal deal flow. I honestly am glad I upgraded my subscription. I was able to access better deals and have found one specific deal that will make a lot of money in future. The way I see it is, If a deal can make me half a million dollar 10 year from now on with 5k investment and roughy $2500 access to that deal, I’d do it any day. Also some of the deals require you accredited investor – annual income of 200k or net worth of $1 million.
I wish you well…
Amen! I joined and upgraded.. After reading and researching I asked for A 100% REFUND and they did! Apparently they are somewhat above board. I can’t really afford to find out, especially if things go south!
Robert Herjavec was just a paid face to promote it. The money to be made will be a very long time to come 5-10 years. if at all. You are investing in start-up companies and many of them fail. Don’t invest want you can’t lose and don’t get caught up in all the upsell emails. A basic membership is all that is needed to learn basics. Outside of that, it’s a group of men & multiple organizations that start bombarding you with emails to sell you more stuff.
You are spot on Sue.
One benefit is many A&E investor groups have formed locally . Now you can meet up with other like minded peeps in your city/metro area and discuss different ventures.
I also joined in August 2019, then had my email blow up with multiple upgrade offers that pour in on a daily basis. I feel it was worth the entry price to make me aware of “Angel Investing” in general.
I am also trying to figure out if this group is truly a real opportunity for anyone other than Neil Patel who will make money off all the subscriber fee’s. Terms and conditions state that the “writers” are unable to invest in their opportunities, so if Neil Patel wont invest in what he is suggesting then why should we?
Waiting for more reviews before I jump ahead
I emailed asking about Robert Herjavec’s role in this business and got no response. If he has anything to do with it he is only going to stain his reputation. I believe Neil Patel is really the only one who is definitely going to make money. There’s not enough advise given to actually make any decisions on companies. It is really only good to help introduce you to angel investing. I got more out of watching shark tank episodes. Robert Herjavec, either get involved if you are a part of this business or let the people know your not.
At the bottom of the Terms and Conditions, it states that Robert is a paid spokesperson for the company.
I bought a membership with them. They’re not the only company that provides this service though; there are other crowdfunding pre-IPO networking sites, shop wisely. Anyway, they charged a membership fee, then charged another fee per deal (3.5% of the amount I invested). When I subscribed to the investment, it stated that it secured my money on a waiting list because it was oversubscribed. I understand Neil is a digital marketing guru so yes I’m sure he is making easy money from all the fees set up on an automated system with each investment/deal, and of course he will make… Read More »
You’re saying Angels and entrepreneur network charged addition 3.5% on top of their fees? I find that hard to believe because I have invested in 10+ deals from them and have not been charged anything. The crowdfunding site may be charging you, that’s their policy, that amount is not going to the A&E network.
After joining at the 79 dollar level, I was disappointed. Neil Patel provides his review on each opportunity but that’s about the only perk. Then I found out that there are tiers of memberships with startups not availab