Editorial Standards
Why This Page Exists
Aspen Funds publishes educational content, investment commentary, and fund information for accredited investors and the financial advisors who serve them. This page documents the standards we apply to that content: how it is researched, who writes and reviews it, how we handle accuracy, and how we update it when circumstances change.
We publish this page because we believe investors deserve to understand the source and quality of the information they are relying on. It also reflects our commitment to the qualities that distinguish reliable financial content from promotional material.
Who Writes and Reviews Our Content
Content Contributors
Content published on aspenfunds.us is written or reviewed by members of the Aspen Funds investment and leadership team. Contributors bring direct experience in the asset classes, market conditions, and fund structures they write about.
| Contributor | Role & Expertise |
|---|---|
| Bob Fraser | Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer. Leads macro research and investment thesis development across Aspen's portfolio. Primary author of macro commentary and investment philosophy content. |
| Ben Fraser | Chief Financial Officer. Oversees financial analysis and investor reporting. Contributes to content on fund performance, credit markets, and private credit strategy. |
| Jim Maffuccio | Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer. Specializes in residential mortgage and credit markets. Primary contributor to mortgage note investing and private credit educational content. |
| Ellis Hammond | Vice President of Capital. Leads investor relations and business development. Reviews content for accuracy relative to current fund availability, terms, and investor communications. |
| Investor Relations Team | Reviews all published content for accuracy of fund-specific information, return targets, investment minimums, and availability before publication. |
Review and Approval Process
All content published on aspenfunds.us passes through the following sequence before going live:
- Draft prepared by a subject-matter contributor or under their direct guidance
- Internal review for accuracy of fund information, investment terms, and market characterizations
- Legal and compliance review for any content that references targeted returns, fund performance, or investment suitability
- Final approval by a senior member of the investment or investor relations team
- CMS upload with metadata, date stamp, and author attribution
Our Editorial Standards
Review and Approval Process
All content published on aspenfunds.us passes through the following sequence before going live:
- Draft prepared by a subject-matter contributor or under their direct guidance
- Internal review for accuracy of fund information, investment terms, and market characterizations
- Legal and compliance review for any content that references targeted returns, fund performance, or investment suitability
- Final approval by a senior member of the investment or investor relations team
- CMS upload with metadata, date stamp, and author attribution
Independence and Conflicts of Interest
Aspen Funds publishes content to educate accredited investors and support informed decision-making. We have a financial interest in investors choosing to invest with us. We believe the honest way to manage that conflict is to disclose it directly, publish content that is genuinely educational rather than purely promotional, and allow investors to draw their own conclusions.
We do not accept payment to feature third-party products or services in our educational content. We do not publish sponsored content or advertiser-influenced editorial.
Sourcing and Attribution
When we reference external data, research, or market statistics, we cite the source. We do not present third-party analysis as our own original research.
Macroeconomic data referenced in our content is drawn from publicly available sources including the Federal Reserve, Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Energy Information Administration, and recognized industry research organizations. Where proprietary analysis is referenced, we attribute it to the Aspen Funds investment team.
Regulatory Compliance
Content published on aspenfunds.us is reviewed for compliance with applicable securities laws and regulations, including rules governing the marketing of private placements to accredited investors. We do not make general solicitations to non-accredited investors. Return projections and fund descriptions include disclosures consistent with applicable regulatory requirements.
Investment-related content on this site does not constitute investment advice, a solicitation, or an offer to sell securities. Prospective investors are advised to review all offering documents and consult qualified legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decision.
Educational Content
Aspen Funds publishes educational content about private alternative investments, including guides on illiquidity, K-1 tax treatment, fee structures, and due diligence practices. This content is intended to help accredited investors make better-informed decisions — not to direct them toward any specific investment.
Educational content is reviewed for accuracy by members of our investment team with expertise in the relevant subject matter. Where content describes industry-standard practices, we note when Aspen’s own approach may differ from the general description.
Corrections and Updates
How We Handle Errors
When we identify an error in published content, we correct it promptly. For material corrections — those that could affect an investor’s understanding of a fund or an investment decision — we update the page, note the correction, and revise the publication date.
If you believe content on aspenfunds.us contains an error, please contact our investor relations team directly. We take accuracy corrections seriously and respond to all factual inquiries.
Content Freshness
We maintain a review schedule for time-sensitive content categories:
| Content Type | Review Frequency |
|---|---|
| Fund pages (terms, minimums, availability) | Ongoing — updated when fund terms change |
| Macro thesis and market commentary | Reviewed quarterly; updated when investment thesis materially changes |
| Educational guides | Annual review; updated to reflect regulatory or market structure changes |
| Performance and return references | Reviewed before each investor communication cycle |
| This editorial standards page | Annual review; updated when editorial practices change |
Legacy Content
Some older articles and blog posts on aspenfunds.us reflect market conditions or fund availability at the time of publication. Where older content remains available, it is date-stamped so readers can assess its currency. We periodically archive content that is materially outdated and could create confusion.
Contact
Questions about the content, editorial practices, or accuracy of any information on aspenfunds.us can be directed to our investor relations team:
Aspen Funds Investor Relations
Required Disclosures
This website is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice, a solicitation, or an offer to sell securities. Past performance of any investment strategy does not guarantee future results. All return figures referenced on this site are targeted or projected and are not guarantees of actual performance. Investing in private alternative investments involves substantial risk, including the risk of total loss of invested capital.
Prospective investors should review all offering documents carefully and consult with qualified legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decision. Private alternative investments are available to accredited investors only as defined under applicable securities laws.