They wanted proof, not promises

Now they have seen the results for themselves
"We didn’t jump all in - we tested. Now we know."

The Background Story:

Changing strategy is hard. Testing made it easy, and the data made it obvious.

Client Type:

Cautious investor testing private markets

Client Goal:

Compare private vs public performance first-hand

The challenge:

Skeptical but curious, they wanted proof, not promises before changing course.

Client profile summary:

Net Worth Range:
$7M – $10M
Current Income:
$300,000+ per year
Primary Wealth Source:
Investments & professional income
Primary Goal:
Compare public vs private, then commit with confidence
Investment Style:
Evidence-based, incremental
Investment Philosophy:
Diversified private allocation validated through transparent reporting

Our Strategy:

Originally, this client wanted to test the waters by splitting their investable capital 50/50 between public markets and a private-market sleeve with Rainmaker. The private allocation delivered on its promise; steady income, lower volatility, and measured growth - prompting the client to allocate nearly all new funds to Rainmaker-managed strategies.

With significant capital expected from extended family assets over the next few years, we have positioned their portfolio for seamless scaling while maintaining the same principles that have driven their confidence:

  • Institutional-grade real estate in multi-residential and self-storage sectors for stable, inflation-linked cash flows.
  • Private credit and mortgage strategies for reliable yields with strong asset backing.
  • Essential-service operating companies in healthcare, industrial services, and infrastructure for durable income and equity growth.
  • Uncorrelated alternative income streams from royalties.
  • Selective late-stage private equity to capture long-term upside.
  • Tax-advantaged structuring for non-registered accounts through investments that may pay a portion or all distributions as return of capital, helping protect after-tax profits. (Not applicable to registered accounts.)
Income + Growth Sources:

Income (monthly/quarterly):

  • Rental income from diversified real estate portfolios.
  • Interest from private credit and mortgage investments.
  • Distributions from essential-service operating companies.
  • Royalties from intellectual property portfolios.
  • Many income streams (in non-registered accounts) may include return of capital, reducing current taxable income.

Growth (total return):

  • Value appreciation in real estate assets.
  • NAV growth and special distributions from operating businesses.
  • Upside from late-stage private equity positions.
  • Expansion of recurring-service and royalty-driven revenues.
Current Portfolio Outlook:
  • Proven Performance: The initial 50/50 trial exceeded expectations, leading to a near-complete reallocation toward Rainmaker strategies.
  • Future Growth Pipeline: Substantial incoming capital from extended family assets is expected to be deployed with the same disciplined, diversified approach.
  • Income Resilience: Core income sources remain consistent, supported by stable property fundamentals and healthy private credit markets.

The Outcome:

The private allocation delivered higher, more consistent results - building conviction to allocate more.

Performance Highlights:

Years as a Client:
4 Years
Number of Private Investments:
9
Distributions Paid OnTime:

100% of scheduled payments

Forecasted Annual Return Range:
Target 8 to 9% (income + selective growth)

Why They Chose Rainmaker:

No pressure, just a clear framework, targets, and reporting.

Life after the shift:

They made a confident, evidence‑based move toward private markets.

Disclosure: The description of potential tax treatment, including return of capital, is provided for general information only and does not constitute tax advice. Actual tax outcomes depend on individual circumstances. Clients should consult their own qualified tax advisor regarding their specific situation.

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