# Designing your Yield DTF

Before deploying, it’s important to consider what goes into creating a successful Yield DTF. Each DTF will have its own ecosystem use cases, community, and unique go-to-market strategies.

Just because anyone can deploy and/or mint a DTF does not mean adoption is guaranteed. Consider the following points to help ensure success.

## Key questions

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### Collateral mix

Is the basket diverse and attractive?

* See our [basket design guide](https://blog.reserve.org/rtoken-basket-design-1d20ae03bf89) for key considerations
* Find collateral plugins in the [deployer UI](https://app.reserve.org/deploy/yield-dtf) or [write your own](https://docs.reserve.org/core-components/yield-dtfs/yield-dtf-deployment-walkthrough#appendix)
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### Target yield

What are the yield targets (if any) for your DTF?

* Consider risk/reward trade-offs and the DTF's target market
* Check out [DefiLlama](https://defillama.com/yields) for inspiration and market rates
* Fork [this spreadsheet](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nipH_G0lKQeaXItatDeAGju-4smkYeaIpUl3Pxnz3iU/edit) to model blended APY and revenue share
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### Revenue‑split

What share goes to holders, RSR stakers, and other addresses?

* **DTF holders**: incentivize minting and holding as a savings vehicle
* **RSR stakers**: incentivize decentralized governance and overcollateralization
* **Other addresses**: fund marketing, liquidity, research, DAO management, etc.
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### Branding

What is the name, ticker, and one-line marketing hook for your DTF?

* Use unique & memorable branding to convey the DTF's unique features
* Keep the ticker short & avoid overlap with other major assets
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### Mandate

What will the DTF's mandate be?

* The mandate is a 256‑character compass for governance
* Specify the DTF's goals, constraints, and priorities
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If you’re unsure how to answer any or all of these questions, the Reserve community is welcoming and willing to help! [Jump in the Reserve Discord server here.](https://discord.com/invite/reserveprotocol)

## Pre-launch checklist

Before deployment, make sure each of the following have been specified:

* ✅ Deployment network (Ethereum / Base / Arbitrum)
* ✅ Primary & backup collateral baskets
* ✅ Revenue split (DTF holders / RSR stakers / others)
* ✅ Name, ticker, & mandate
* ✅ DTF Parameters (use presets or tweak [advanced parameters](https://docs.reserve.org/core-components/yield-dtfs/deployment-guide/advanced-parameters))

Once each has been chosen, the Yield DTF is ready for launch.