Episode 21: How to Read A Private Placement Memorandum (PPM)

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Learn how to thoroughly read and analyze a Private Placement Memorandum (PPM)—the single most important document in any syndication deal. CREI Collin walks you through a detailed 7-step process to review PPMs like a pro, covering everything from executive summaries to sponsor backgrounds. This episode ensures you invest with confidence and never sign a PPM blindly again.

What You’ll Learn

Why the PPM is the “blueprint” of every syndication deal
The 7-step process for reading a PPM in 2-3 hours
How to identify red flags in risk factors and legal disclosures
Understanding investment structure, preferred returns, and profit splits
How to evaluate the business plan and financial projections
What to look for in sponsor track records and experience
The most important questions to ask before investing

Key Topics Covered

Executive Summary: Quick overview of the deal structure and terms
Risk Factors: Legal disclosures you must read carefully
Investment Structure: Understanding equity, debt, waterfalls, and fees
Business Plan: Evaluating the sponsor’s strategy and execution timeline
Financial Projections: Analyzing conservative vs. aggressive underwriting
Sponsor Background: Vetting track record, experience, and alignment
Asking Questions: How to hold sponsors accountable during due diligence

Timestamps

[00:00] Introduction: Why the PPM matters
[02:15] Step 1: Executive Summary
[04:30] Step 2: Risk Factors (the most important section)
[07:45] Step 3: Investment Structure and Terms
[10:00] Step 4: Business Plan and Strategy
[11:30] Step 5: Financial Projections and Assumptions
[13:00] Step 6: Sponsor Background and Track Record
[14:15] Step 7: Asking the Right Questions
[15:30] Recap and Action Steps

Key Takeaways

The PPM is the legal document that governs your investment—read every page
Risk factors are required SEC disclosures that reveal potential deal-killers
Investment structure defines how you get paid and when
Conservative underwriting is more important than aggressive projections
Sponsor track record and experience are your best indicators of success
Always ask questions during due diligence—passive doesn’t mean blind
If a sponsor won’t answer your questions or provide documentation, walk away

Resources Mentioned

Private Placement Memorandum (PPM) template and checklist
CREI Partners Due Diligence Checklist: CREIPartners.com
Episode 22: Understanding Your Investor Rights
Schedule a consultation: Let’s Talk

Action Step

Pull out the PPM from one of your current syndication investments (or a deal you’re considering). Read through it using the 7-step process outlined in this episode. Highlight sections that are unclear, and reach out to the sponsor with specific questions. Investing passively doesn’t mean investing blindly.

Disclaimer

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, tax, or legal advice. Always consult with your CPA, attorney, and financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

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Learn how to read a Private Placement Memorandum (PPM) like a pro. CREI Collin’s 7-step process ensures you invest in syndications with confidence and avoid red flags.

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