Many fund managers either do not know the right questions to ask or ask certain questions too late. Once the fund has investors and investor expectations are set, it can be more complicated (or sometimes even impossible) to switch directions. If you’re a fund manager planning to launch your first fund or planning to scale...
Business Transactions Blog
On November 17, 2025, the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (“SEC”) Division of Examinations (the “Division”) released its fiscal year 2026 examination priorities (the “Report”) reflecting practices, products and services the Division believes present potentially heightened risks to investors or integrity to the U.S. capital markets. These priorities continue 2025’s focus on fiduciary standards of conduct,...
Although private real estate funds and REITs seem like similar real estate investment vehicles, the two are very different. For sponsors setting up a real estate investment vehicle, it’s important to understand the characteristics of both. Below is a breakdown of each investment vehicle and important considerations. Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) A real estate...
Imagine you sell your company, and months later, someone calls to tell you that you owe millions. Many business owners fear this nightmare scenario during mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Fortunately, you may minimize that risk with representations and warranties (R&W) insurance. R&W insurance protects both buyers and sellers by backing up the promises they make...
When it comes to mergers and acquisitions (M&A), the numbers on a balance sheet only tell part of the story. While financial modeling and due diligence are important, one of the biggest and often overlooked risks in any transaction comes from the people behind the business. The success or failure of an acquisition often depends...
SEC Approves Texas Stock Exchange: A New Era for U.S. Public Markets As of September 30, 2025, after more than 50 years in the making, the Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) officially became registered as a national securities exchange. Impressively, the TXSE is the first fully integrated exchange to receive approval from the SEC in decades....
Recently, the United States has taken significant steps toward becoming a global leader in digital assets through two landmark legislative initiatives aimed at establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets. The first is known as the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (the “CLARITY Act”) which was introduced by the House of Representatives with an...
When it comes to mergers and acquisitions (M&A), the excitement of signing a purchase agreement can sometimes overshadow the critical details buried in the exhibits. One of the most important, but often overlooked, parts of these agreements is the disclosure schedule. Disclosure schedules play a central role in protecting both buyers and sellers during a...