FAQ
RWA Tokenization FAQs
Got questions before you tokenize your asset? Here are the straight answers founders, fund managers, and issuers like you need before making the first big move!
1. What does an RWA tokenization development company do?+
Builds the technology that turns real-world assets into blockchain tokens: compliant token contracts, KYC-gated investor onboarding, issuance platforms, and secondary trading systems.
2. How long does it take to build an RWA tokenization platform?+
MVP in 4-8 weeks: audited contract, KYC onboarding, investor portal. Full platform with secondary trading and custody in 10-16 weeks. In-house builds average 12-18 months.
3. Is tokenizing real-world assets legal?+
Yes, in major jurisdictions, when structured correctly. Tokenized assets typically follow securities frameworks: Reg D/Reg S in the US, MiCA in the EU, MAS rules in Singapore. The platform enforces the rules on-chain; offering structure is finalized with counsel.
4. What assets can be tokenized?+
Any asset with definable ownership and value: real estate, private credit, commodities, funds, business equity, art, IP royalties, carbon credits. We've delivered 15+ asset classes.
5. What is ERC-3643 and why does it matter?+
An Ethereum standard for permissioned, regulation-ready tokens. Every token ties to an on-chain identity registry, so transfers to unverified wallets fail automatically. It's the emerging default for institutional RWA issuance.
6. How do tokenized assets generate returns?+
Same economics as the underlying asset, automated: rent and interest paid via distribution contracts, fund tokens accrue NAV or yield, capital gains realized on secondary sales.
7. How is KYC/AML handled?+
Investors verify identity digitally at onboarding. Results bind to their wallet in an on-chain registry. Unverified wallets cannot receive tokens, in primary sales or secondary trades.
8. Can tokens be traded after issuance?+
Yes. The platform's compliant secondary market lets verified investors trade peer-to-peer under the same transfer restrictions as the primary sale. External regulated venues are also an option.
9. What happens if the underlying asset is sold or defaults?+
Token holders hold enforceable rights through the SPV. Sale proceeds are distributed pro-rata via smart contract. Default claims follow the documented waterfall, the same protections as traditional securities.
10. Do we need our own legal counsel?+
We build the technology and on-chain enforcement. Securities structuring runs through your counsel or our legal partners. Most clients bring counsel; we work alongside them from day one.
11. Which blockchains do you support?+
Ethereum, Polygon, BNB Chain, Avalanche, Solana, and other EVM networks. 8+ chains in production. Your requirements pick the chain.
12. What post-launch support is included?+
Continuous monitoring, maintenance, and defined SLA response times, plus optional retainers for new features, assets, and chains.