Downing Crowd Reviews 55

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've been investing in Downing bonds for the past few years. I find the platform really simple to use, and the range of sectors on offer is very appealing.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

In all my dealings with Downing I have found them very professional and efficient .Their website is easy to navigate both for standard and ISA investments

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Have been investing in Downing for a number of years as they have excellent products and knowledgeable staff Would not hesitate in recommending them

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Easy to use, Good variety of bonds on offer. Secure document upload feature means you don't need to use insecure email or post when providing documents. Staff were polite, friendly and supportive w... See more

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  1. Investment Company
  2. Property Investment

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At Downing, we aim to make a difference in the lives of our investment community. We design investment products that help investors look after their financial wellbeing, while our investment partnerships support businesses in their ambitions. In uniting the two, we build lasting relationships that become the foundation of our investment community. And in our openness to learn how to develop these we continue to evolve. We value flexibility, transparency and integrity in everything we do. So far, over 35,000 investors have helped us raise over £1.7 billion that has been invested into businesses that make a difference, including renewable energy, care homes, health clubs and children's nurseries. Along the way we have built a vast wealth of experience and expertise, which drive our ability to create value and growth for our members. We have designed Downing Crowd to allow a wide range of investors to lend directly to businesses that are usually more mature - typically through asset-backed bonds offering returns from 3% to 7% p.a.


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4.8

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

well managed funds

Have been investing in Downing for a number of years as they have excellent products and knowledgeable staff
Would not hesitate in recommending them

July 7, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Definitely a 5 star experience.

I have invested for a number of years with Downing Crowdfunding. The returns are very good and there have been no failures which, given these are higher risk investments for which we receive high returns, is very impressive.
The customer service is proactive with very good levels of communication to keep me updated when there are any issues, and also helpful and prompt in response to queries. Definitely a 5 star experience.

January 7, 2021
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Thank you Rick- good to hear and I will make sure Sonnie and Matthew see your comments.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Downing Crowdfunding-a positive experience

I have been investing with Downing Crowd funding for a number of years and have had excellent experience in terms of the performance of my bonds to date. The online website is easy to use and when needed I have experienced outstanding customer service from the team. I have also recommended friends as I believe they offer realistic but attractive returns on the money invested.

October 28, 2020
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Downing Crowd…

I have invested with Downing for many years and have not been disappointed with my experience of its crowd funding offers, which so far have paid interest and capital back on time. Most of their offers are asset backed with a loan to value of 70% or less.

August 28, 2020
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Unique investment offering

I have made a few investments within the Downing Crowd platform and have found the quality and ease of investment remarkable. The customer service team are always on hand to help if I have any questions.

August 20, 2020
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Been using Downing for a number of…

Been using Downing for a number of years. Great investment portfolio. Easy to navigate website and simple to access and retrieve documents. Helpful staff and plenty of information available when needed.

July 3, 2020
Unprompted review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Easy to Use

Easy to use, Good variety of bonds on offer. Secure document upload feature means you don't need to use insecure email or post when providing documents.

Staff were polite, friendly and supportive when needed.

July 2, 2020
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Simple, intuitive website and responsive (real!) staff on chat and by email. What else can one ask for?

February 3, 2020
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Long Term Client

I have been a client of Downing for decades...and Downing Crowd for a number of years.I believe them to be solid,conservative,cautious...and yet creative in the Bonds they market.The returns to investors are fair..and the charges to borrowers are also fair thus ensuring their continuing business success.
I call this a win win situation giving me confidence that my investments are well placed and protected from all but the greatest risks.
Good responsive people to talk to ....family feeling about the organisation..and that commitment to treat every £ as if it were their own...can’t ask for more than that.

November 19, 2019
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very happy customer

I have been using Downing to manage my savings and investments for over 2 years and have been very happy with the service they provide. The team are always happy to answer questions in a clear and quick manner. They take risk management very seriously so I feel safe leaving my money with them. I really like that this platform slows me to invest in renewable energy, aligning my financial goals with my ethics

November 19, 2019
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have used Downing Crowd since 2016…

I have used Downing Crowd since 2016 and chose them for a number of reasons but the main one being that they are an experienced investment manager as opposed to many other platforms in this space who have recently been founded and do not have the wealth of experience and resources that Downing do.

I am very pleased that all my investments have paid interest and capital on time and also the level of communication and transparency that exists.

The customer service I receive from the Downing Crowd team is second to none.

Thank you Downing and keep up the good work.

November 19, 2019
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Downing's communications

Downing's communication with customers is an example for the rest of the finance industry to follow. A very trustworthy company.

November 18, 2019
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Clear communications and a helpful team

I have used Downing Crowd since launch and have been impressed by the clarity of communications, explanation of the risks and ease of use. Whenever I have asked questions, they have been answered quickly by the team. You get the feeling they really want to help their investors.

November 18, 2019
Unprompted review

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