Accredited Investor Questionnaire

 

Don't Let "Dirty Money" Kill Your Startup.

Download the 2026 Accredited Investor Questionnaire (Long Form).

Includes "Bad Actor" Checks, Spousal Equivalents, and AML Compliance.

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Taking money is easy. Keeping it legal is hard.
When an Angel Investor offers you a check, you want to say "Yes" immediately. But if that investor isn't actually "Accredited" (wealthy enough) or has a history of financial fraud, accepting their money creates a "ticking time bomb" on your Cap Table.

If the SEC finds out you took money from non-accredited investors without the proper filings, they can force you to return all the money (Rescission) and ban you from fundraising in the future.

The Legal Attorney Compliance Questionnaire is your first line of defense. It is the Long-Form Institutional version used by Venture Capital funds to force investors to certify their status before the money hits the bank account.

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Why this is the "2026 Edition":

1. The "Bad Actor" Filter (Rule 506(d))
   Most free templates ignore this. If an investor owning 20% of your company has a prior securities fraud conviction, your entire company gets disqualified from using SEC exemptions. Our form includes a mandatory "Bad Actor" background check section to catch this early.

2. Modern "Accredited" Definitions
   Old forms only ask about income. Our 2026 version includes the new SEC expanded definitions:

   1. Spousal Equivalents: Allowing domestic partners to pool funds.

   2. Professional Licenses: Recognizing Series 7, 65, and 82 holders.

   3. Family Offices: New thresholds for family wealth vehicles.

3. Sanctions & AML Protection
   Banking regulations are stricter than ever. If you accidentally take money from someone on the OFAC Sanctions List, your bank (Mercury/Brex) will freeze your account. Our form includes a mandatory Anti-Money Laundering (AML) representation to protect your runway.

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What You Get Inside the Kit:

I. The Accredited Investor Questionnaire (Word)
A comprehensive, compliance instrument.

1. Check-the-Box Simplicity: Easy for investors to fill out in 2 minutes.

2. Entity Logic: Specific sections for Trusts, LLCs, and VC Funds (not just individuals).

3. Indemnification: A clause where the investor agrees to pay your legal fees if they lie on the form.

II. The Founder’s Implementation Guide (PDF)

1. The "Cheat Sheet": A quick reference guide to who qualifies as accredited in 2026.

2. Workflow Guide: When to send this form (before the SAFE) and where to store it.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I really need this for Friends & Family?
   YES. Even if it's your rich uncle, you need paper proof that he is accredited. If your startup fails and he loses his money, you need this document to prove to the SEC that he claimed he could afford the loss.

2. Does this work for Rule 506(c)?
   For Rule 506(c) (publicly advertised fundraising), you need more than just a questionnaire; you need to review their tax returns or get a letter from their CPA. This form is designed primarily for Rule 506(b), which is what 99% of startups use.

3. What if they lie on the form?
   That is the beauty of this document. If they lie, they have committed fraud, but you are generally protected because you relied on their written representation. Without this form, you are liable. With this form, they are liable.

4. Can I use this for International Investors?
   Yes. International investors must still meet the US "Accredited" standards if you are a US company selling them securities. This form applies globally.