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For too long, investment opportunities in lucrative assets like real estate and alternative assets have been limited to the privileged few. The average investor faces numerous hurdles: high entry costs, opaque processes, and geographic constraints. Picture a young professional interested in real estate investments but unable to afford entire properties or someone trying to manage family assets abroad only to encounter outdated, inaccessible record-keeping systems.

Vamsi Atluru, CEO of Aasthi, faced this issue firsthand. Recalling a visit to India, where his family's real estate holdings were a maze of paper records and third-party reliance, he noted, "I've been to India a lot as a kid, but when it came to my family's property, I automatically asked for the Zillow link. And they said, 'No, it doesn't work like that here.'" This gap in transparency and accessibility extends globally, making investment cumbersome for many.

Enter Aasthi, a platform dedicated to making real estate and other alternative asset investments accessible to anyone, starting with as little as $100. "It's just an easy way for anyone to get into investing in real estate, startups, and other non-accessible fields," says Atluru. By offering fractional ownership, Aasthi breaks down the financial barriers that once excluded everyday investors.

Aasthi's mission is clear: to democratize investment access and allow people to not only invest in assets but also derive personal use and benefits from them. This will empower individuals to invest meaningfully and bridge the gap between investing and asset usability.

Aasthi's first product offering focuses on fractional real estate investment. Imagine owning a share in a luxury condo development in Miami for just $100. The platform's launch features the 11 Residences, a high-rise development attached to the famous Eleven nightclub. Atluru explains, "It's the first Miami high-rise that will allow Airbnb rentals as a hotel, and it's completely sold out."

What sets Aasthi apart is the additional utility investors receive. Along with monthly returns and equity growth, investors get perks like the ability to stay at the property for a certain number of days per year, depending on their investment. "Most people investing in real estate prefer to use the asset if they're putting in a good amount," Atluru notes. This focus on tangible benefits differentiates Aasthi from competitors, who typically offer returns similar to traditional stock investments without any real-world usability.

This innovation was born out of necessity. Atluru's experience in India highlighted the lack of reliable property data and cumbersome processes. Aasthi's blockchain-based system ensures transparency and trust by digitizing records and streamlining asset management.

Aasthi's tech stack leverages AI for risk mitigation, due diligence, and market analysis. As Atluru explains, "We built an AI-automated analysis for any acquisition that comes in," ensuring smarter, data-driven investment decisions.

For property management, Aasthi's AI-driven automation reduces costs and increases returns for investors. Instead of outsourcing to traditional property managers, Aasthi's proprietary system handles hosting services and management tasks efficiently.

A strategic partnership with Parcl Labs, the leader in real-time real estate data, further enhances Aasthi's offerings. Atluru shares, "We've implemented our AI and machine learning algorithms with Parcel Labs' data to analyze market trends and make informed decisions." This data-driven approach allowed the company to pivot its focus to the Midwest's real estate market ahead of broader market shifts.

Aasthi's blend of cutting-edge technology, market adaptability, and focus on usability gives it a significant competitive advantage. The company's leadership team, including tech veteran Atluru, blockchain expert Raj Kapoor of the India Blockchain Alliance, and world-renowned South African cricket player Jonty Rhodes, brings a wealth of experience and vision to the platform.

Atluru's outlook is clear: "We're revolutionizing how people access and use investments globally." With the perfect storm of technological advancement, changing regulations, and increasing demand for accessible investments, Aasthi is well-positioned to lead the next wave of investment democratization. To learn more, visit https://aasthi.ai.