What is a subscription agreement in a real estate investment syndication?
What is a Subscription Agreement?
A Subscription Agreement in real estate investment syndication is a legal document where an investor agrees to buy interest in a property, detailing the investment amount, terms, and the investor's qualifications. It includes representations and warranties from both parties, outlines risks, and specifies conditions like fund usage and profit distribution. This agreement helps ensure legal compliance and protect the rights and interests of both the investor and the syndicator.
Subscription Agreements should include:
- Investment Terms: It specifies the amount of investment, the number of shares or units the investor is purchasing, and the price per share or unit.
- Investor Qualifications: The agreement may affirm that the investor is qualified, often as an accredited investor, and understands the risks involved in the investment.
- Representations and Warranties: Both the investor and the syndicator make certain promises regarding their status, the legality of the investment, and compliance with laws.
- Disclosure of Risks: The agreement outlines the specific risks associated with the investment, ensuring that the investor is making an informed decision.
- Conditions of the Investment: It includes conditions under which the investment is made, including use of funds, distribution of profits, and management of the investment.
- Obligations and Rights of the Investor: This includes the rights to receive financial statements, participate in votes (if applicable), and receive distributions, as well as obligations like adhering to the terms of the Operating Agreement.
The Subscription Agreement is designed to outline the terms of the investment in detail and protect the rights and interests of both real estate investors and syndicators.
