Self-Certified Sophisticated Investor Statement
If you meet condition A, B or C below, you may choose to be classified as a Self Certified Sophisticated Investor for the purposes of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 Financial Promotions Order.
Have you:
A) Worked in a professional capacity in the private equity sector, or in the provision or finance for small and medium enterprises, in the last two years?
☐ No
☐ Yes
If yes, what is/was the name of the business/organsation? _______________________________________________
B) Been the director of a company with an annual turnover of at least £1.6million, in the last two years?
☐ No
☐ Yes
If yes, what is/was the name of the company, and it’s Companies House number (or international equivalent)?
______________________________________________________________________________
C) Been a member of a network or syndicate of business angels for more than six months, and are still a member?
☐ No
☐ Yes
OR
None of these apply to me.
☐ Yes
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I declare that I have answered yes to A and/or B and/or C, and wish to be treated as a Self-Certified Sophisticated Investor.
I understand that this means:
a) I can receive financial promotions where the contents may not comply with rules made by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA);
b) I can expect no protection from the FCA, the Financial Ombudsman Service or the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.
I am aware that it is open to me to seek advice from someone who specialises in advising on investments.
I accept that I could lose all of the money I invest.
I am aware that Clarion does NOT give financial advice and as such cannot make personalised investment recommendations to me. If I require financial advice I understand that it is my responsibility to seek appropriate advice from an independent financial adviser prior to making any investments.
To confirm and submit your agreement to the High Net Worth Individual investor statement, please complete and submit the form below.