Series 79 practice questionmediumRegulation D
A company conducting a Rule 506(c) private placement wishes to advertise the offering. What condition must be satisfied for general solicitation to be permissible?
- AAll investors must be sophisticated but not necessarily accredited.
- BThere is no need for investor verification if they self-certify.
- CThe issuer must take reasonable steps to verify that all purchasers are accredited investors.✓ Correct answer
- DNon-accredited investors may participate with disclosure.
Explanation
Why C — The issuer must take reasonable steps to verify that all purchasers are accredited investors.
Rule 506(c) allows general solicitation only if the issuer reasonably verifies all investors are accredited. Self-certification or allowing non-accredited participation is not sufficient.
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