Ascendance is guided by the fundamental principle that future cash flow is a strong factor in determining asset value. Due diligence, conservative underwriting, careful attention to exit strategies, and a commitment to post-acquisition management are the foundation of Ascendance's investment philosophy.

Investor and Manager Alignment
Ascendance is organized strictly as a principal investment firm. The managers have committed significant personal capital alongside Ascendance's investors, which aligns the interests of the capital partners with the professionals responsible for the investments.

Value Investment Approach
Ascendance is a value-add investor that targets well-located properties that suffer from correctable flaws in their physical attributes, management, market position, tenancy, and/or capital structures. By taking advantage of the pricing inefficiencies inherent in assets of this nature and employing intensive asset management to correct the identified flaws, Ascendance realizes the improved cash flow, while repositioning the assets for subsequent sale at premium pricing.

Use of Leverage
Ascendance maintains a prudent leverage policy. Ascendance believes purchase price discipline and careful investment execution are more essential to investment success than the utilization of leverage in the capital structure.

Focus on Exit Strategies
Ascendance is highly focused on exit strategies that maximize portfolio value and provide solid liquidity to its investors. The Company's investment structure aligns the interests of its capital partners and those making the investment and management decisions, which provides a strong financial incentive to pursue timely dispositions.