CrowdOut is the first online marketplace for short-term lending for lower middle-market companies with revenue from $5 to $500 million, providing flexibility and efficiency to avoid rigid processes and structures of traditional funding. Family offices, institutional and accredited investors can invest through dedicated credit and equity funds or deal-by-deal through a tech-enabled marketplace.
Cyborg Score Rationale
CrowdOut operates a capital allocation marketplace addressing a real gap in SMB finance, with documented deal origination volume and a network-enabled model. However, limited public financial data, small employee base (~11 staff), and private equity suggest a growing but still-emerging platform. Competitive pressure from larger fintech lenders and traditional syndication platforms presents execution risk.
Top Insights
CrowdOut has originated more than $790 million in debt and equity investments since its inception.
The platform offers accredited investors the opportunity to earn 7–12% yields from investments as low as $1,000.
The firm has a focus and experience in business services, technology, industrial, energy, entertainment, real estate and healthcare.
CrowdOut's network of experienced owner-operators and industry veterans provides exclusive deal opportunities and key insights during underwriting and due diligence.
Named Competitors
Coller International — Lower middle-market debt and credit investing platform
Upland Capital — Alternative lending platform for middle-market companies
AngelList — Deal facilitation and investor syndication platform
Upstart Holdings — AI-powered alternative lending platform
Recent Developments
No specific recent developments (funding, partnerships, acquisitions, or launches) are documented in available sources as of July 2026.
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