Paste your fund’s portfolio page. Get Bear, Likely, and Bull estimates with full methodology — in under five minutes.
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What clarity looks like
Every estimate shows its confidence, its sources, and exactly which missing document would sharpen it.
Likely estimate
$2.4M
$1.1M – $4.8M range
Community share
$1.2M
50% of estate
After-tax
$684K
43% blended rate
Confidence, by data source
Sample figures shown to illustrate the interface · Directional estimate · Not audited · Consult your team
Method: a worked example built from an illustrative portfolio, a 20% carry pool, a European waterfall, a 25% secondary discount, and California’s 50% community property default. Your own estimate cites its real sources, line by line.
What you get
You see the range your forensic accountant will actually work within, with the methodology behind every figure.
Drill into each portfolio company — entry valuation, current marks, exit events, and what each one contributes to your carry.
Model the opposing expert’s assumptions beside your own. See exactly which inputs drive the difference in valuation.
Built from lived experience
“I didn’t need a contentious divorce. I needed five hours of education.”
— Maya’s story
Maya’s amicable divorce turned adversarial when carried interest entered the conversation. Her ex’s carry was valued at $400K during proceedings. Within two years, he received over $5M in distributions.
Illustrative composite — drawn from real experiences; names and details changed. Not a client testimonial.
“The only reason I won was because I knew enough to know she was lying.”
— David’s story
David spent $800K in legal fees fighting false declarations. He won — but nobody should have to fight that hard for a fair outcome.
Illustrative composite — drawn from real experiences; names and details changed. Not a client testimonial.
“The best time to understand your carry is the day it’s granted. The second best time is today.”
— Priya’s story
Priya read the fund documents before she needed to. When her marriage ended, the carry division took three weeks and cost under $40K.
Illustrative composite — drawn from real experiences; names and details changed. Not a client testimonial.
Details drawn from real experiences; names and identifying details changed.
No account required. No financial advice. Just clarity.
Directional estimate · Not audited · Consult your team