Clarity Before Capital
M&A, Due Diligence & Portfolio Oversight for Early-Stage Investors
40%
Reduction in Investment Failures
6–12
Months Early Risk Detection
2–3
Weeks Comprehensive Analysis
Diligence that sees deeper.
Oversight that sees early.
Structured frameworks to identify and align the signals that shape startup success.
Risk Review
Comprehensive diagnostic across all signal zones to uncover misalignments, founder blind spots, and hidden patterns blocking your growth. Perfect for early-stage investors, post-investment scaling, or navigating growth plateaus.
Portfolio Oversight
Ongoing signal tracking for portfolio companies to catch misalignments before they become performance issues. Identify when vision fades, systems break, value dilutes, positioning weakens, or momentum stalls.
Strategy Consulting
Strategic consulting for investors and operators building signal-aware processes. From investment committee decision frameworks to portfolio construction strategies that recognize and leverage signal patterns.
M&A Readiness & Diligence
Smart Deals Start with Clarity.
Whether you’re acquiring or preparing to exit, DueCap provides fast, founder-aware, and strategically focused M&A support.
We help investors, acquirers, and founders:
- Evaluate acquisition targets beyond surface metrics
- Prepare a startup for a clean, high-value exit
- Spot post-deal integration risks early
- Avoid overpaying for traction that won’t last
Our M&A Services include:
- M&A Diligence (Buy-Side)
- Exit Readiness Audits (Sell-Side)
- Strategic Fit & Integration Risk Analysis
- Cap Table & Team Risk Reviews
- Deal Structuring Support (non-legal)
How Our Process Works
A structured approach to investment analysis and portfolio monitoring.
Initial Assessment
3–5 days (typical)
Comprehensive data gathering, management interviews, and initial 5 Signals evaluation to establish baseline assessment.
Deep Analysis
10–14 days (based on scope)
Detailed analysis across all signal areas, including market research, competitive benchmarking, and reference calls.
Report
3–5 days (estimated)
Comprehensive report with investment recommendation, risk assessment, and ongoing monitoring setup if applicable.
Our 5 Signals Analysis Framework
DueCap helps investors identify misalignments, execution gaps, and early-stage risks that pitch decks may not reveal. Internally, we call it the 5 Signals™ Framework — but what you get is simple: clear, investor-grade insight.
Vision
Is the founder’s mission clear, aligned, and conviction-driven? We assess leadership clarity, long-term focus, and internal alignment across the team.
Value
Does the product solve a sharp, validated customer problem? We look for urgent pain, real demand, and proof of relevance — not just potential.
System
Can the team execute reliably and scale operations? We evaluate team dynamics, internal structure, decision-making, and execution rhythm.
Market
Is the opportunity real, timed right, and accessible? We challenge GTM assumptions, channel risks, and competitive blind spots.
Momentum
Is growth real, healthy, and compounding? We separate vanity metrics from meaningful traction and look for signs of sustainable progress.
Common Risk Patterns We Flag
- Founder-team misalignment
- Overstated traction or channel dependency
- Lack of execution systems and prioritization
- Strategic drift after investment
Our Due Diligence Coverage
Focused diligence where it matters most in early-stage deals – six core areas we always cover, with scope tailored to your specific investment.
Financial Diligence
We review financial statements, cash flow, revenue quality, and unit economics to confirm accuracy and uncover hidden risks.
Commercial Diligence
We analyze market size, competitive dynamics, traction quality, and customer validation to test whether growth is real and repeatable.
Operational Diligence
We assess internal systems, processes, and scalability — making sure execution can match ambition.
Legal Diligence
We highlight risks in contracts, IP, compliance, and corporate structure to ensure a clean foundation for growth and investment.
Team Diligence
We evaluate founder alignment, leadership capability, culture, and decision-making resilience — the human factors that make or break startups.
Technical Diligence
For technology-driven businesses, we review product architecture, scalability, and tech risk to ensure the solution can support the vision.
Service Pricing
Transparent pricing for professional investment services.
Due Diligence Analysis
Per investment opportunity
- Complete the 5 Signals framework analysis
- Management team interviews
- Market and competitive assessment
- Financial model review
- Reference calls and validation
- Comprehensive written report
- Investment recommendation
Portfolio Monitoring
Per company, per quarter
- Quarterly performance review
- 5 Signals tracking and analysis
- Early warning issue identification
- Management effectiveness assessment
- Board-ready reporting
- Strategic recommendations
M&A Support (New)
Buy-side or sell-side engagements
- Acquisition target review
- Exit readiness audit
- Integration risk analysis
- Team, cap table, and GTM review
- Strategic fit assessment
- Support for founders, investors, or acquirers
Advisory Services
Tailored engagement
- Investment process consulting
- Portfolio strategy development
- Team training on our framework
- Custom analysis projects
- Ongoing strategic support
- Flexible engagement terms
Partner Program
Exclusive subscription model for select investors.
For venture funds, family offices, and syndicate leads who need continuous diligence and oversight, DueCap offers a unique partnership option.
What’s Included:
- One active engagement at a time (due diligence or oversight)
- Priority scheduling and dedicated analyst support
- Continuous access to DueCap’s strategic insights
- Flexible use across diligence, portfolio monitoring, or advisory needs
Terms & Benefits:
- Available by application only
- Minimum commitment of 3 months (billed monthly)
- Partner pricing represents a significant reduction — up to 30% less than standard engagement fees
- Designed for serious investors with ongoing deal flow who want predictable costs and premium access
What Our Clients Say
Vitaly's due diligence analysis revealed critical issues that our internal team missed. His 5 Signals framework caught red flags in management and operations that saved us from a problematic investment. Highly recommend his services.
The quarterly monitoring service has been invaluable for our portfolio. DueCap identified performance issues months before they showed up in the numbers, allowing us to intervene early and protect our investment.
After 40 years in business, we thought we knew our company inside and out. DC's analysis revealed operational blind spots that were limiting our growth. His recommendations led to our biggest contracts in years.
Who We Serve
- Venture Capital Funds
- Angels & Syndicates
- Family Offices
- Private Equity
- Limited Partners (LPs)
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of companies do you analyze?
We specialize in early to growth-stage technology companies (Seed through Series B). Our framework is most effective for businesses with significant growth potential and execution complexity.
How is your analysis different from traditional due diligence?
Traditional DD focuses on the verification of facts and numbers. Our 5 Signals approach focuses on prediction—identifying patterns and risks that indicate future performance issues or opportunities before they're obvious in the metrics.
What's included in a due diligence engagement?
A complete analysis across our 5 Signals framework, management interviews, reference calls, competitive analysis, and a comprehensive written report with investment recommendation and risk assessment.
How quickly can you complete an analysis?
Our typical turnaround is 3-4 weeks for a comprehensive analysis. This allows time for thorough stakeholder interviews, reference calls, and proper validation of our findings.
Do you work with individual angel investors?
Yes, we work with individual angels, angel groups, family offices, and VC funds of all sizes. Our services are particularly valuable for investors who want institutional-quality analysis without building internal teams.
What's included in portfolio monitoring?
Quarterly reviews of portfolio companies across all signals and KPIs, early warning identification of potential issues, board-ready reports, and strategic recommendations for intervention when needed.
Can you help with existing portfolio companies that are struggling?
Absolutely. Our 5 Signals framework is excellent for diagnosing issues in underperforming companies and developing turnaround strategies. Many problems we identify can be addressed before they become critical.
Do you provide ongoing advisory services?
Yes, we offer custom advisory engagements, including investment process consulting, portfolio strategy development, and training your team on our analysis framework.
"Great startups don’t fail from lack of potential — they fail from misalignment, missed signals, and unchallenged assumptions. DueCap exists to help investors see the truth earlier and help founders build with clarity from day one.”
Vitaly Solten
Founder & CEO, DueCap
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