What Is Roofstock? Roofstock is a Fin-tech startup that helps beginners invest in real estate . If you have no idea what Fin-tech is, don't worry--we won't quiz you on that. Focusing on single-family homes, Roofstock offers an impressive inventory which you can then rent to tenants. Then, the rent checks start rolling in. That is different from real estate crowdfunding platforms like Fundrise , which only allow you pool your money with other investors. Roofstock's properties are also turnkey, meaning they can be rented out immediately. Platforms like Fundrise invest in commercial real estate, REITs, and other large-scale projects such as apartment complexes. Conversely, Roofstock lets you buy your own properties outright. Launched back in 2015, Roofstock was funded with $133 million of venture capital and its first transaction was in 2016. Roofstock provides analytics, insights, and research for every offering. These tools enable you to evaluate and then purchase investme...