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DISTRIBUTIONS / WATERFALL MANAGEMENT
Waterfall Management
Model any deal structure with precision — pro-rata distributions, multi-tier waterfalls with hurdles, share class distinctions, and promote allocations. Every calculation validated before a dollar moves.
Deal Structures as Unique as Your Portfolio
Every fund has its own economics. A single-asset syndication distributing rental income pro-rata looks nothing like a commingled fund running a four-tier waterfall with an IRR hurdle, GP catch-up, and promote split.
Covercy One lets you configure the exact waterfall logic your operating agreement requires — down to individual share classes, preferred return rates, and lookback provisions. Once set up, the engine runs the math every distribution cycle, so you never touch a spreadsheet again.
The platform validates every calculation before a single dollar moves. Pre-distribution reports show exactly how capital flows through each tier, so GPs and LPs share the same source of truth.
Whether you run simple pro-rata payouts or manage a multi-entity fund-of-funds with complex promote structures, the waterfall engine adapts to your deal — not the other way around.
Everything you need for complex waterfalls
Multi-tier waterfall structures
Build waterfalls with unlimited hurdle tiers: preferred returns, catch-up provisions, and promote splits. Support for IRR-based and equity multiple hurdles, with automatic compounding calculations. Each tier flows into the next exactly as defined in your partnership agreement.
Per-investor allocation breakdown
Every distribution shows exactly how each investor's amount was calculated — ownership percentage, capital contribution, preferred return accrued, and final payout. Investors can see this breakdown in their portal, eliminating back-and-forth emails and building trust.
Pro-Rata Distributions
Automatically calculate and distribute capital proportionally based on each investor's ownership share. Handle multiple share classes with distinct preferred returns and fee structures.
Multi-Tier Waterfall Structures
Configure waterfalls with unlimited tiers, return hurdles, catch-up clauses, and performance incentives. Support IRR-based and equity multiple-based hurdle calculations.
Promote & Carried Interest
Define promote allocations and carried interest structures per deal. Model GP promote tiers with lookback provisions and clawback protections.
Share Class Management
Create and manage multiple share classes per deal with distinct fee structures, preferred returns, and waterfall priorities. Track each class independently.
Pre-Distribution Validation
Review detailed validation reports before any funds move. Every calculation verified down to the cent, with a complete audit trail generated automatically.
Flexible Deal Structures
Handle syndications, funds, and fund-of-funds. Configure waterfalls per asset or at the fund level. Support debt and equity waterfall variants.
How a Multi-Tier Waterfall Works
Capital flows through each tier in order, with specific return thresholds and split ratios at every level.
100% to LPs until invested capital is returned
$2.1M8% IRR hurdle — 100% to LPs
$336K100% to GP until promote share is equalized
$168KActual tier structures are fully configurable per deal or fund.
Waterfall Management FAQ
- What types of waterfall structures does Covercy support?
- Covercy One supports all standard waterfall structures including pro-rata, American (deal-by-deal), European (whole-fund), and hybrid models. You can configure unlimited tiers with specific return hurdles, catch-up clauses, and promote allocations. Both IRR-based and equity multiple-based hurdle calculations are supported.
- Can I manage multiple share classes within a single deal?
- Yes. Covercy One lets you define multiple share classes per deal, each with its own preferred return, fee structure, and waterfall priority. The platform tracks each class independently and calculates distributions according to the specified class hierarchy.
- How are waterfall calculations validated?
- Every distribution generates a detailed validation report before funds are disbursed. The report shows each tier's calculation, the amounts allocated to each investor, and any adjustments. You can review and approve the report before triggering payments.
- Can waterfalls be configured differently per asset within a fund?
- Yes. Covercy One supports both asset-level and fund-level waterfall configurations. You can set different waterfall structures for individual assets within the same fund, giving you maximum flexibility for multi-asset portfolios.
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