So the EA is making it a requirement to bidders to ensure people are serious. What exactly passes as proof of funds ? Does the buyer need to show a full up to date bank statement ? I would imagine they would not be got that handy. Would a printout of online accounts (assuming the funds are scattered to avoid going over 100k) suffice ? Would a statement dated within the last three months suffice ? I am aware that you would not show any transactions or indeed no more than you have bid in the statements/proof. Is there an obvious handy way of doing this that I'm missing ?