Which Documents Do I Need?
Every verification needs two things: a government-issued photo ID (to confirm your identity), plus documents proving one qualification method. Your licensed CPA uses both to confirm who you are and that you meet the accredited investor criteria.
Then upload documents for one of the following qualification methods:
Verifying an entity, trust, or family office?
The same two-part rule applies — a photo ID for the person submitting, plus the documents below for your structure. Open your entity type to see exactly what your CPA needs.
Entities owned by an individual (single-member LLC, revocable trust, SDIRA)
Always required: a current balance sheet for the entity, with a signed affidavit stating that all assets and liabilities are disclosed.
Plus at least one of the following:
- An asset purchase agreement from the last 12 months, between non-related parties
- Documentation of a recent equity raise
- A third-party buy-in or buy-out
- A recent independent appraisal (typically an ASA, ABV, CVA, or CFA valuation report)
Where applicable:
- Any real estate counted toward value: an appraisal or a realtor's CMA — signed, with their license number — plus loan payoff statements for any mortgages
- A credit report from the last 30 days
Don't have third-party documentation? Your CPA can discuss alternative procedures, such as a valuation based on a multiple of Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE) or EBITDA — every business is different, so this is quoted case by case once your documents are in.
Multi-member entities (LLC, LP, partnership)
All five are required:
- The ownership or partnership agreement
- The most recent Schedule K-1
- A current balance sheet, with a signed affidavit that all assets and liabilities are disclosed
- The most recent statement or payoff for every debt shown on that balance sheet
- A client representation letter attesting that there have been no material changes in financial condition and no material information has been omitted
Family offices
- Organizing documents showing the entity was established as a family office
- A recent balance sheet or custodial statement demonstrating $5,000,000 or more in assets under management
- An affidavit stating the entity was not formed for the specific purpose of acquiring the investment this letter will cover
- A representation identifying the individual responsible for making investment decisions
Family clients of a qualifying office only: confirmation that the investor is a family client under the Family Office Rule (SEC Rule 501(a)(13)), and that the qualifying family office directs the investment.
Institutions (funds, RIAs, banks, and other structures)
"Institution" covers many structures, so documentation is case by case. At a minimum, your CPA will need:
- Organizing documents
- A current balance sheet, with a signed affidavit that all assets and liabilities are disclosed
- Custodial statements
An independent valuation can substitute for some of the above. Expect your CPA to request additional documentation depending on the structure.
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What Happens Next
A licensed CPA is assigned to your case and reviews your submission.
Your licensed CPA reviews your documents and will contact you only if they need anything further.
Your signed, dated verification letter is emailed to you in PDF format — accepted by Reg D issuers.
Your letter is valid for 90 days from the date of issue. We'll remind you before it expires.
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