My firm allows EES to invest in funds fee-free. Sounds good but have heard added tax burden (i.e. K1 filings) only makes this worth it if you plan to put in a lot of $$$. Would you recommend I do it? Why or why not? What variables would be important to you? Below what amount is it not worth it?
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Investing in your firm's next fund can be a good opportunity, especially with the fee-free advantage. However, the added tax burden and complexity of K-1 filings mean that it might only be worth it if you plan to invest a significant amount. Consulting with a tax advisor and evaluating your personal financial goals and risk tolerance are crucial steps in making an informed decision.
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Does your fund suck? Why would the dollar value of your investment matter? The whole K1 thing is annoying, yes, but I have more than 3x'd my co-invest and my only regret is not dumping more in and using leverage.
The returns are great. I think I had the idea in my head K-1 was less of a nuisance and actually a lot of time and $ cost at tax season. Very helpful.
All you do is file an extension and then complete the return when you get your tax docs from your firm in the September timeframe. It's super easy.
How does one get leverage to co-invest? Do you need your firm to provide it or are there financial institutions that will lend to you?
Co-invest has been the best investment decision for me - not sure where else you'll find direct access to PE-level gross returns.
Honestly, my portfolio is pretty much barbell weighted between PE co-invest and HY cash accounts (+5%).
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Getting K1s isn't that big of a deal.
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