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What distinguishes a Rule 506(c) offering?

It permits broad solicitation, but all purchasers must be verified accredited investors.

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  1. It permits 35 unverified purchasers
  2. It requires an IPO
  3. It permits solicitation with verified accredited purchasers ✔

Why: Rule 506(c) allows general solicitation and advertising. Every purchaser must be accredited, and the issuer must take reasonable steps to verify that status.

Huh, didn't know that: SEC gives a non-exclusive list of ways to verify accredited status, plus a principles-based method.

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506(c) used a megaphone, then checked every guest at the door.
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Answer: It permits solicitation with verified accredited purchasers. Rule 506(c) allows general solicitation and advertising. Every purchaser must be accredited, and the issuer must take reasonable steps to verify that status.

  1. Private Markets Compliance Guide www.sec.gov/resources-small-businesses/small-business-compliance-guides/facilitating-capital-formation-expanding-investment-opportunities-improving-access-capital-private
    Rule 506(c) permits issuers to generally solicit and advertise an unregistered offering
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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