invest5000
Why Invest in Fund 1?
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Proven Demand: Sustainable hardwood harvesting is a stable, high-demand industry.
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Real Assets, Real Value: Your investment is backed by timber assets—tangible, appreciating resources.
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Georgia Focused: Supporting local landowners and preserving Georgia’s hardwood forests.
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Transparency First: Investors get full access to financials, project updates, and operational insights through InvestNext.
Expected Returns Breakdown
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Target AAR: 32-40% (Annual Average Return)
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Profit Sources:
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Sale of sustainably harvested hardwood
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Carbon credits (optional future opportunity)
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Land appreciation and future land sales (if any)
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Payouts: Investors receive annual dividends based on fund performance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Q: Is this safe for first-time investors?
A: Yes! Fund 1 is asset-backed, meaning your investment is tied directly to real timberland and harvested wood sales—not just paper projections.
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Q: Why Georgia residents only?
A: Due to state-specific securities laws, Fund 1 is currently only open to Georgia residents.
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Q: What happens if the fund doesn’t raise the full amount?
A: If we don’t hit our $1.4M target, you won’t owe anything, and your soft commitment will expire.
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Q: Can I invest more than $5,000?
A: No. $5,000 is the only amount to invest per fund.
What You Can Expect When You Invest
✅ Invest in real businesses – Every investment is structured as an LLC, meaning you own a direct stake in the business.
✅ A $5,000 minimum investment – A simple way for small investors to participate.
✅ Returns designed to outperform traditional investments – We aim to beat real estate, the S&P 500, CDs, and savings accounts.
✅ No hidden fees, no middlemen – Your investment goes directly into the business, not into excessive overhead costs.
✅ A personal, relationship-driven investment experience – We keep this fund small, local, and focused on long-term growth.
1. We Invest in What We Know—And What Works
My background is in the forestry and greenhouse industries, and that’s where I focus all investment opportunities. These industries have stood the test of time, providing stable, long-term value. When you invest, your money isn’t going into speculative startups or risky trends—it’s going into real, tangible businesses with proven demand.
2. No Management Fees—Your Money Works for You
Unlike traditional investment funds, we don’t charge management fees, broker fees, or unnecessary expenses. I don’t get paid unless the business makes money—just like you. That means I’m just as invested in success as you are.
3. Hands-On Leadership, Not a Bloated Executive Team
I’m not a distant CEO collecting checks from behind a desk. I’m in the trenches, working directly in the businesses we create. Unlike traditional funds that spend hundreds of thousands on executive salaries, we run lean and focused—because every dollar should go toward growing the business and paying investors.
4. A Fund Built on Trust and Transparency
Most investment funds feel like a black hole—you put in your money and hope for the best. That’s not how we operate. We keep things personal, transparent, and simple. When you invest, you’ll know exactly where your money is going, how the business is performing, and when you can expect returns.
Hi, I’m Chris Cummings - a business builder, problem solver, and someone who believes investing shouldn’t be reserved for the wealthy. I’ve spent my entire career working in industries that most people overlook - timber, agriculture, and rural small businesses - and I’ve seen firsthand how profitable these ventures can be.
The problem? Regular, hardworking people rarely get the chance to invest in businesses like these. Unless you’re an accredited investor with a high net worth, most opportunities are off-limits. That never sat right with me.
That’s why I created Invest5000, a platform built exclusively for Georgia residents who want to invest directly into businesses that I start and operate. Each fund requires a $5,000 investment - no more, no less - allowing regular people to invest in high-potential businesses and receive annual dividends from the profits.
Fund 1 is our first step. It’s focused on hardwood logging and sustainable forestry, an industry I know like the back of my hand. We’ll raise $1.4 million to launch this business, and investors will receive 80% of the profits while 20% stays with the fund to help grow the business and future opportunities.
I’m not promising anyone will get rich - but I am promising that we’ll build businesses with real, tangible assets and aim for returns that outpace traditional investments like real estate, CDs, or savings accounts.
This is your chance to invest in real businesses that make real money — without the gatekeeping. If you’ve ever wanted to put your money to work in something you can see, touch, and understand - I built Invest5000 for you.
I appreciate you stopping by, and I hope you’ll join us on this journey. Let’s build something great - together.