Even though it offers the benefits of a traditional savings app, Stairs is actually a set-it-and-forget-it investing app that is backed by non-traded secured debt notes. Like CDs or bonds, debt notes offer consistent, fixed repayment dates and are backed by real, tangible assets (in our case, real estate). Since this is a debt note investment, not a savings account from a bank, being FDIC insured is not applicable for this app.

The Stairs notes automatically repay and reinvest every 5 days. The interest rate offered on Stairs is set by GROUNDFLOOR and is based on market conditions and investor demand. The rate offered for the current 5 day investment window will appear on the main screen of the app when you sign in.