KKR Real Estate Finance Trust (KREF) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• The 2026 annual meeting will be held virtually on April 14, 2026, with voting on director elections, auditor ratification, and a non-binding say-on-pay proposal.

• Stockholders of record as of February 20, 2026, are eligible to vote, with 64,275,643 shares outstanding.

• Voting can be conducted online, by phone, or by mail, and proxy materials are primarily distributed electronically.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Proposals include electing eight director nominees, ratifying Deloitte & Touche LLP as auditor for 2026, and an advisory vote on executive compensation.

• The Board recommends voting FOR all proposals.

• Shareholders may submit proposals for the 2027 meeting by November 3, 2026.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The Board consists of eight members, with a mix of independent and affiliated directors.

• Following the meeting, Christen E.J. Lee is expected to become Chairperson, with Ralph F. Rosenberg remaining as director.

• The Board has Audit, Compensation, Nominating and Corporate Governance, and Affiliate Transaction Committees, all with independent members.

• Lead Independent Director role is held by Deborah H. McAneny.

• The Board regularly reviews director independence and committee qualifications.