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Stefan Von Imhof

Stefan Von Imhof

Stefan is the co-founder and CEO of alternative investing community and fund Alts.co. In his spare time he loves travelling. Originally from Boston, he now lives with his wife in Melbourne.

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Worth more than a Ferrari: The number plates that sell for millions

If you thought cars were a status symbol, wait until you hear about the market for heritage license plates.

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When a company folds, branded items become even more exclusive, and part of a larger joke within society.

$3000 for a thermos: Why dead company merch can be worth top dollar

When a company folds, like Silicon Valley Bank or Lehman Bros, branded items become even more exclusive – and valuable.

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High profile celebrities, such as George Clooney and his Casamigos Tequila, have been taking advantage of the expanding market.

It’s good enough for George Clooney, so should you invest in tequila?

Connoisseurs and shrewd alternative investors should know that tequila, one of the oldest beverages on the planet, is one of the world’s fastest-growing spirits.

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Thanks to a surge in interest from younger generations, the drumbeat around vinyl is getting louder.

Alternative investments: Should you add some ‘blue chip’ vinyl to your portfolio?

Thanks to a surge in interest from younger generations, the drum beat around vinyl is getting louder, with the 12-inch discs becoming increasingly popular.

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Funko Pops are collectible toys that look very similar to bobbleheads, typically depicting TV characters, movie stars, musicians, mascots, and athletes.

Alternative investments: Should you shell out $26,000 for a rare Funko Pop?

While these vinyl collectables may look like mere toys, a major market has sprung up of investors and speculators hoping to flip Funkos for thousands of dollars.

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