Investor Playbook10 min2026-04-01
Due Diligence That Prevents Expensive Surprises: Escrow, SPA Clauses, Snagging, and Handover Controls
A legal and execution control list for reducing avoidable downside before and after booking.
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Contracts decide risk transfer
The SPA is where risk allocation becomes real. Clause-level review of variation rights, delay remedies, and payment triggers can prevent expensive surprises later.
Escrow and milestone discipline
Validating escrow structure and milestone logic helps investors track whether commercial commitments are backed by measurable execution progress.
Post-handover protection
Snagging quality, defect resolution standards, and documented closeout procedures influence both first-year cash flow and resale readiness.
