When the source of an EB-5 investment is a gift, the gifted funds must be accompanied by a deed of gift and documentation demonstrating the lawful source of funds—in other words, the documentation must show how the money was obtained. Such documentation might include employment history, wage statements, etc. If part of the gift originates from a loan secured by personal assets, such as a house, the source of funds documentation will also need to demonstrate where the funds used to purchase these assets came from.