Fractional real estate investing lets multiple investors co-own a single rental property by purchasing shares of the legal entity that holds the property, typically an LLC. Each investor receives a proportional share of rental income and any appreciation when the property is sold. Platforms handle property management. A single share on some regulated US platforms (such as Ark7) costs as little as $20; a meaningful position typically requires aggregating multiple shares. All such investments carry real risk, including the loss of principal, and returns are not guaranteed.