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Investor Status Verification Form

This Investor Status Verification Form (the "Form") is executed as of Effective Date: by and between Investor Name: whose principal address is Investor Address: (\"Investor\") and Issuer Name: whose principal address is Issuer Address: (\"Issuer\").

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Issuer is conducting an offering of securities described as Offering Name: (the "Offering") and requires verification of the status of prospective purchasers for purposes of applicable securities laws and the terms of the Offering; and

WHEREAS, Investor desires to participate in the Offering and to certify certain facts concerning Investor's financial status, investment experience, and legal capacity to acquire securities; and

WHEREAS, Issuer requires satisfactory verification of Investor status as a condition to accepting subscriptions for the Offering.

NOW, THEREFORE

In consideration of the mutual promises contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:

1. DEFINITIONS

For purposes of this Form, the following terms have the meanings set forth below: "Accredited Investor" means a person or entity that meets the criteria set forth in the representations and certifications in Section 2 below; "Offering" has the meaning set forth above; "Securities" means the securities issued in the Offering.

2. INVESTOR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Investor hereby represents, warrants and certifies to Issuer as of the Effective Date and as of the date of any issuance of Securities to Investor as follows:

(a) Investor has full legal capacity and authority to enter into this Form and to perform its obligations hereunder. The execution and delivery of this Form and the consummation of the transactions contemplated hereby have been duly authorized by all necessary action on the part of Investor.

(b) Investor's principal legal form (select all that apply):

(c) Investor certifies its investor status by selecting applicable statements below (check all that apply and provide amounts where requested). By checking any box, Investor warrants that the facts stated are true, complete and based upon reasonable documentation maintained by Investor.

3. ISSUER REPRESENTATIONS

Issuer represents that it will rely on the certifications and representations made by Investor in connection with determining Investor's eligibility to participate in the Offering. Issuer agrees to keep Investor's financial information confidential except as required by law or as reasonably necessary to verify the certifications to third parties engaged in the verification process.

4. RELIANCE; USE OF INFORMATION

Investor acknowledges that Issuer will rely on the representations and certifications contained herein in determining Investor's eligibility to acquire Securities, and that such reliance is a material inducement to Issuer to accept Investor's subscription. Investor authorizes Issuer to disclose and verify the information provided in this Form to underwriters, legal counsel, accountants, and other persons reasonably necessary to conduct customary due diligence.

5. INVESTOR ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Investor acknowledges that (i) the Securities have not been registered under federal or state securities laws and may be subject to resale restrictions, (ii) Investor has had the opportunity to ask questions and receive answers concerning the Offering and Issuer, and (iii) Investor is prepared to bear the economic risk of an investment that may be illiquid or subject to loss.

6. INDEMNIFICATION

Investor agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Issuer and its officers, directors, employees and agents from and against any losses, liabilities, claims, damages and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or resulting from any misrepresentation, breach of warranty, or failure to perform any obligation under this Form by Investor.

7. NOTICES

All notices and communications required or permitted hereunder shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses set forth below (or such other address as any party may specify in writing).

8. AMENDMENTS; WAIVER

This Form may only be amended, modified or waived in a writing signed by both parties. No waiver of any provision hereof shall be effective unless in writing and signed by the party against whom enforcement of the waiver is sought.

9. COUNTERPARTS; ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES

This Form may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. Signatures transmitted by facsimile or electronic image shall be deemed original signatures for all purposes.

10. GOVERNING LAW

This Form shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction specified below without regard to conflict of law principles.

11. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

This Form constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior negotiations, understandings and agreements between the parties. If any provision of this Form is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be severed and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

12. CERTIFICATION AND DOCUMENTATION

Investor agrees to provide, upon Issuer's request, documentation reasonably necessary to substantiate the representations made herein, including but not limited to financial statements, tax returns, bank or brokerage statements, or letters from attorneys or accountants. Investor understands that failure to provide requested documentation may result in rejection of Investor's subscription.

13. REPRESENTATIVE CONTACTS

Investor Name:

By:

Date:

Issuer Name:

By:

Date:

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What the Investor Status Verification Form Is

The Investor Status Verification Form documents a person's accreditation, investor classification, or eligibility to receive certain private placement securities or investment opportunities. It captures attestations about income, net worth, professional experience, or organizational status to confirm whether the recipient meets regulatory or contractual thresholds for accredited or qualified investors. Issuers, broker-dealers, and fund managers use it to manage distribution limits, comply with securities exemptions, and maintain audit-ready records of investor representations and confirmations.

Why This Form Matters for Issuers and Advisers

Investor verification is a compliance and risk-control step required when relying on private-offering exemptions. A completed form helps document reliance on representations, reduce disclosure errors, and create a paper trail for audits and regulatory reviews.

Why This Form Matters for Issuers and Advisers

Typical Users and Roles That Complete This Form

The form is completed by investors and reviewed by issuer compliance teams, broker-dealers, or placement agents before participation in private securities offerings.

  • Individual accredited investors completing personal attestations for a private placement
  • Registered investment advisers or broker-dealers verifying client eligibility before subscription
  • Company representatives confirming organizational investor status for entity investors

Accurate completion protects issuers, intermediaries, and investors by documenting status and supporting exemption claims under securities law.

Who Signs and Why

Investor — Individual

An individual investor signs to confirm personal criteria such as income, net worth, or professional certifications. Their signature establishes intent and attribution for ESIGN compliance and supports issuer reliance on the representation.

Authorized Representative

A corporate officer, trustee, or authorized signatory executes on behalf of an entity investor, attesting to organizational criteria and providing contact and authority information for issuer records and audit purposes.

Essential Data Elements to Include

Full Legal Name: Investor's legal name
Tax Identification: SSN or EIN
Contact Information: Address, email, phone
Investor Classification: Accredited/qualified type
Supporting Proof: Income, net worth, or professional docs
Signature and Date: Signed attestation date

Penalties and Consequences of Incorrect Verification

Securities Liability: Civil rescission claims or liability under federal securities laws
Regulatory Review: Increased SEC or state regulator scrutiny
Contractual Risk: Invalidated subscription agreements
Financial Exposure: Potential damages and return of investment proceeds
Operational Impact: Delays in closing or funding
Reputational Harm: Damage affecting future capital raising

Common Preparation Errors to Avoid

  • Using abbreviated or informal names that do not match government IDs
  • Failing to attach required supporting documents for income or assets
  • Leaving signature or date fields incomplete before submission
  • Relying on outdated criteria when regulations or offering terms changed

Step-by-Step: Completing the Form

Follow these steps to complete and deliver a compliant Investor Status Verification Form.

  • 01
    Review Offering Terms: Confirm which investor classifications are acceptable
  • 02
    Collect Identity Data: Enter full legal name and TIN
  • 03
    Attach Proof: Provide income, net worth, or professional documents
  • 04
    Sign and Date: Sign to attest and include execution date

How Verification Typically Flows

A standard process routes the form from investor completion to issuer review and final recordkeeping.

  • Investor Completes Form: Investor fills fields and attaches proof
  • Issuer Reviews: Compliance team verifies eligibility
  • Certification: Issuer documents reliance and approval
  • Record Retention: Store signed form with audit trail

Configuring an Online Verification Workflow

Set up digital routing and validation checks to reduce manual review and speed approvals.

Field Configuration
Required Fields Make name, TIN, classification, signature mandatory
Document Upload Require PDF or image proof with max file size setting
Authentication Use email + optional SMS or KBA for higher assurance
Routing Auto-forward to compliance with conditional approver steps

Digital Delivery and Technical Considerations

Ensure the provider supports ESIGN/UETA compliance, secure storage, and exportable audit records for regulatory review.

  • File Formats: Accept PDF, DOCX, JPEG
  • Authentication Options: Email link, SMS code, KBA, or advanced signer authentication
  • Audit Trail: Capture IP, timestamp, and action log

Core Components of a Professional Form

A well-designed Investor Status Verification Form balances clarity, evidence requirements, and legal protections.

Clear Attestation

Precise statements investors must affirm about income, net worth, or professional status to reduce ambiguity.

Supporting Evidence List

Explicit list of acceptable documents and acceptable date ranges for evidence to simplify reviewer decisions.

Authority Statement

Declaration granting the issuer permission to rely on the representations and seek further verification if needed.

Signature Block

Signature, printed name, title (if applicable), and MM/DD/YYYY execution date for attribution and intent.

Privacy Notice

Short disclosure on how personal data will be used, retained, and protected consistent with applicable privacy laws.

Reviewer Fields

Compliance reviewer notes, verification method, and retention instructions for audit trails.

Practical Tips for Accurate and Efficient Completion

Use standardized requirements and automate validations to reduce rework and ensure consistency.

Standardize Evidence
List acceptable documents and date ranges to avoid discretionary rejections and speed review.
Automate Validations
Validate TIN format, require date formats, and use conditional fields to reduce incomplete submissions.
Keep Minimal Personal Data
Request only required details and redact unnecessary identifiers in stored copies to limit exposure.
Document Retention Policy
Set retention rules aligned with SEC, IRS, and HIPAA where applicable to meet audit requests.

Timelines and Timing Considerations

Although there is no universal federal filing deadline for investor verification forms, timing matters for offering closings and tax reporting.

Before Subscription Closing:

Complete verification prior to accepting funds or allocating securities

Retention Start Date:

Retention begins on execution date of the signed form

Tax Information Timing:

Provide accurate TINs before IRS reporting deadlines to avoid backup withholding

Re-verification Triggers:

Material changes in investor status or extended offering timelines may require updated attestations

Record Access:

Ensure signed forms and audit trails are exportable for regulator requests

Key Processing Milestones

A typical verification workflow follows discrete milestones from submission to archival.

01

Submission Received

Investor submits form and attachments for initial intake

02

Preliminary Review

Compliance verifies completeness and flags missing items

03

Evidence Verification

Reviewer confirms supporting documents meet listed criteria

04

Final Approval and Archival

Issuer records reliance and stores signed form with audit trail

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Real-World Use Cases

Sample scenarios illustrate how issuers and intermediaries use the form to document investor eligibility and streamline closings.

Optica Ventures

A venture fund used the form to confirm accredited status for 120 investors

  • The compliance team automated proofs collection
  • The documented attestations reduced follow-up requests and supported the fund's exemption reliance during its first SEC inquiry response.

Martin Properties

A real estate syndicator integrated verification into subscription packages

  • Investors signed electronically before wire instructions were issued
  • This prevented fund closings from being delayed and simplified audit preparation for state regulators.

FAQs and Troubleshooting

Answers to common questions about completing, signing, and storing Investor Status Verification Forms.


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