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.
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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
Have been investing in Downing for a number of years as they have excellent products and knowledgeable staff Would not hesitate in recommending them
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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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.
Contact info
St Magnus House, 3 Lower Thames Street, EC3R 6HD, London, United States
- 020 7416 7780
- crowdfunding@downing.co.uk
- downingcrowd.co.uk
After 2 years investing l can only say…
After 2 years investing l can only say so far everything they recommended has proved financially rewarding. The online service is excellent and the sales staff are friendly and very helpful.
January 26, 2019
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Nice friendly knowledgable people with…
Nice friendly knowledgable people with competitive products
January 26, 2019
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Reply from Downing Crowd
We have nice friendly investors too :)
All good so far
I've used Downing's crowdfunding platform since it started and it's been all good so far. Documentation is excellent and I like the fact that they are a well established company with a reputation to protect.
January 26, 2019
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Trustworthy
Open, honest, frank advice but with a web site needing upgrading for easy of use.
January 26, 2019
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Investing with Downing crowd.
The company is honest about the risks. It has substantial skills in the areas it operates which considerably helps to mitigate these risks.
January 25, 2019
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Opportunities are well researched
Opportunities are well researched, clearly explained and the risks highlighted.
January 25, 2019
Unprompted review
Very satisfied with my experience over several years
I am a pretty experienced investor from a financial background and I have found all my dealing with Downingcrowd to be very professional, clear and straightforward. So far (and I hope I am not tempting fate!) my various investments have performed as expected and I think their long track record gives considerable confidence in their ability to select sensible opportunities. If you have an appropriate attitude to financial risk I think they are well worth considering.
January 25, 2019
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Reply from Downing Crowd
Thanks so much Paul! we will do our utmost to keep delivering against expectations.
Reply from Downing Crowd
Thank you David, we will keep it up!
Very trust worthy company
January 25, 2019
Consistently successful investments
I have made a number of investments over the last couple of years, all have performed as suggested (though your investment as always may go up or down!). I tend to invest in products that have good capital backing. Interesting products are offered on a platform that is intuitive and works. On the rare occasion I have had to contact them (usually my misunderstanding) they are easy to access by phone and resolve problems quickly in layman’s language!. Easy to invest and also easy to withdraw payments. Interest paid on time and good communication systems. I feel very comfortable using and recommending Downing Crowd
January 24, 2019
Unprompted review
Trustworthy way to invest in crowd bonds
No nonsense way to invest in an emerging area of the investment world. Upfront about fees, which many aren’t, and with an interesting variety of mainly asset backed bonds to choose from. Website good and getting better
January 24, 2019
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Downing Crowd
Easy to use website and a range of different investments to choose from, would highly recommend to anyone looking to put their cash at work
January 23, 2019
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