Eagle Point Income Company (EIC) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting is scheduled for May 12, 2026, at the company’s Greenwich, CT office, with both common and preferred shareholders eligible to vote on director elections.

• Shareholders will elect two directors: one by preferred shareholders only, and one by both common and preferred shareholders voting together.

• The board recommends voting in favor of both nominees, who are current directors seeking re-election for terms expiring in 2029.

• Proxy materials and annual reports are available online and by request, and shareholders are encouraged to vote by proxy if unable to attend.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of two directors: Kevin F. McDonald (preferred shareholders only) and Thomas P. Majewski (all shareholders).

• Plurality voting applies; abstentions and broker non-votes have no effect on the outcome.

• Shareholder proposals for the 2027 meeting must be received by December 8, 2026, for inclusion in proxy materials.

• Procedures for shareholder nominations and proposals are detailed, including advance notice and information requirements.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The board consists of six directors, four of whom are independent and two are interested persons.

• Directors are divided into three classes with staggered terms; Class III is up for election in 2026.

• Board leadership includes a Chairperson (Majewski) and a Lead Independent Director (Weiss).

• Two standing committees: Audit Committee and Nominating Committee, both comprised solely of independent directors.

• The board meets at least four times annually, with all directors attending at least 75% of meetings in 2025.