In a new set of FAQs issued by staff, the SEC Division of Trading and Markets provided guidance for intermediaries offering services in connection with the offering of securities under Regulation Crowdfunding. Among the issues addressed were conflicts of interest, compensation, due diligence requirements, recordkeeping, requirements as to communications, custody of payments, fees to investors, and registration as a funding portal.

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