As an investor when you are looking for a sponsor or operator, it is important to ensure that you have an aligned interest.  What does that mean?  In this episode,  Steven delves into what aligned interest is and its importance when making an investment. Key Takeaways:Why aligned interest is important and how to create it between you and your sponsorWaterfall, distribution structure, and split structure allow you and the sponsor to have aligned interestsAcquisition fees help cover some of those upfront costs and some of the risk that goes into it The majority of the compensation comes from this alignment of interest Resources MentionedInterested in connecting with other like-minded individuals? Then join our VonFinch Private Capital Network.  Learn more at www.vonfinch.com/invest.  Want to learn more about this opportunity and whether it is right for you?  Join us at our next Passive Investment Opportunity Webinar. Learn more at www.vonfinch.com/mesa