Notes on due diligence.
How to vet a counterparty when you don’t have a compliance team. How to read a UBO chain. What Kroll actually checks — and what AI can match. Practical posts, real primary sources, no fluff.
- Solo Operators·May 10, 2026·7 min read
Vetting a Freelance Contractor Before You Sign the NDA
Before you hand a freelancer your source code or client list, here's how to vet them properly—public records, sanctions, identity, and more—in under an hour.
Read the post - Small Teams·May 10, 2026·7 min read
Vendor Due Diligence for SOC 2 and DPA: What to Actually Check
Before you sign a vendor into your SOC 2 scope or a DPA, here's what to actually verify—beyond the sales deck and a self-attested questionnaire.
Read the post - Funds & SME Backers·May 10, 2026·7 min read
Pre-LOI Due Diligence for Emerging Fund Managers on a Budget
Emerging fund managers can't justify a $50K DD retainer on every deal. Here's how to run credible pre-LOI background checks on founders and companies without one.
Read the post - Nonprofits·May 9, 2026·7 min read
Vetting a Major Donor Before the Scandal Hits
Nonprofits that skip donor due diligence risk returning gifts under pressure. Learn what to check before accepting a major gift—and why the work is simpler than you think.
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