What is the investment process timeline?

The investment process at Esinli Capital is designed to be thorough yet efficient, with flexible commitment options that accommodate both immediate interest and thorough due diligence. The timeline varies depending on whether you're making a soft commitment initially or proceeding directly to a verified hard commitment.

Soft Commitment Option (Same day)

You can begin by making a "soft commitment" to reserve your allocation in a specific fund immediately upon signing up. This allows you to secure your position in oversubscribed funds while completing the verification process. Soft commitments provide flexibility—you're expressing serious interest without legal obligation until verification is complete and you convert to a hard commitment.

Verification for Hard Commitment (3-5 business days)

To convert your soft commitment into a binding investment, you'll need to complete accredited investor verification. This involves providing documentation such as tax returns, bank statements, or professional certifications depending on how you qualify. Only verified investors can proceed to actual capital deployment and legal commitment to the fund.

Capital Call and Initial Deployment (3-5 business days)

Once you've made a hard commitment, the initial capital call typically requires 25% of your total committed amount upfront. This initial deployment gets you into the fund and begins your participation in the portfolio. The remaining 75% of your commitment will be called over the subsequent 2-4 years as new investment opportunities arise and portfolio companies require additional funding rounds.

Fund-Specific Timing Considerations

Your actual investment timeline also depends on which fund you select and its current stage. Funds with upcoming initial closings may have different deployment schedules than funds already in their investment period. Some funds may be accepting commitments for a closing that's 30-60 days away, while others might deploy capital within days of your commitment. Our team will clearly communicate the specific timeline for your chosen fund during the commitment process.

Understanding the Capital Call System

After your initial 25% deployment, subsequent capital calls typically occur quarterly or as needed when the fund identifies new investment opportunities. You'll receive advance notice—usually 10-15 business days—before each capital call, detailing exactly how the funds will be used and which portfolio companies will receive investment. This staggered approach allows the fund to deploy capital strategically over 2-4 years rather than sitting on unused cash that would drag down returns.

Throughout this process, you'll receive regular updates on portfolio performance and fund activity through quarterly reports and our investor portal, keeping you informed about your investment's progress and the broader fund strategy.

Timeline Summary

• Soft Commitment: Same day (reserves allocation, non-binding)
• Verification Process: 3-5 business days (required for hard commitment)
• Initial Capital Call: 3-5 business days (typically 25% of commitment)
• Subsequent Capital Calls: Over 2-4 years as opportunities arise

The beauty of this system is that you can secure your position in a fund immediately with a soft commitment, then complete verification at your own pace without losing your allocation. For investors ready to move quickly with complete documentation, the entire process from soft to hard commitment can be completed in 6-10 business days.