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Due Diligence Checklist

Our Due Diligence Framework

At S2K, we are committed to an investor-first approach. Every structure, strategy, and sponsor we bring to market must meet our rigorous standards for integrity, alignment, and performance potential. We apply a multi-layered due diligence process designed to help protect investor capital and ensure transparency. We want to earn your trust, and we know due diligence is the most important first step to achieving that goal.

1. Sponsor Evaluation

We conduct comprehensive assessments of every sponsor’s:

  • Track Record – Realized vs. unrealized returns, deal history, and market specialization
  • Operational Strength – Team experience, infrastructure, and succession planning
  • Background & Compliance – Regulatory reviews, third-party background checks, and litigation history

2. Strategy Review

We evaluate the market rationale and structure of each investment, including:

  • Risk-Return Profile – Consistency with target investor goals
  • Underwriting Rigor – Assumption stress testing and scenario modeling
  • Market Positioning – Strategy’s fit within the broader market environment

3. Structural Scrutiny

We assess whether each opportunity is structured in a way that aligns with investor interests:

  • Fee Transparency – Clear disclosures of all fees and performance incentives
  • Investor Protections – Preferred returns, capital return priority, and downside provisions
  • Alignment of Interests – Sponsor co-investment and limited early liquidity mechanics

4. Ongoing Oversight

Due diligence doesn’t stop at deal launch. We continue to monitor and assess:

  • Performance Reporting – Regular sponsor updates and transparent financials
  • Material Changes – Ongoing re-underwriting if key variables shift
  • Investor Communication – Timely updates and structured reporting cadence

Built for Fiduciaries

As a partner to RIAs and Broker-Dealers, we know trust is earned through consistent action. That’s why we apply the same diligence to every opportunity—so you can confidently align your clients with strategies that reflect integrity, alignment, and long-term potential.

 


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