Private fund structures are becoming increasingly complex. Managers are experimenting with hybrid vehicles, hedge funds are moving into private investments, and investors are asking for more tailored exposures. As a result, the traditional lines between fund...
By Eric Schultz, Founder & Managing Member, Reliant Fund Services Over the past decade, fund administration has evolved drastically. New platforms, automation, and global delivery models have made it easier than ever for emerging managers to launch a fund. Yet...
Carry is one of the most powerful tools a private fund manager has to attract talent, align incentives, and reward performance. Yet many managers struggle to design an allocation framework that is fair, motivating, and operationally workable. When carried interest...
As the year winds down, most GPs are scrambling to close deals, prep for audits, and survive year-end chaos. But if you’re running a private equity firm, there’s one more critical task you can’t ignore: building a real, thoughtful budget for your management company....
Whether an emerging manager or an established firm, the thought of finding a new fund administrator can be daunting. Fears that switching providers will consume valuable time and resources or result in costly mistakes often overshadow the long-term benefits. However,...
If you’re launching or growing your first fund, you’re juggling more than just investments. Investor expectations are higher, compliance is more complex, and operational missteps can slow your momentum, or worse, damage credibility. One of the biggest financial...
