Accredited Investor
A person or entity that meets specific income, net worth, or professional criteria under securities law, allowed to invest in private deals that aren't open to the general public.
Quick Answer
How does someone qualify as an accredited investor?
Common paths include earned income over $200,000 individually (or $300,000 with a spouse) in each of the last two years, or net worth exceeding $1 million excluding a primary residence, among several other SEC-defined criteria.
- Income and net worth are the two most common qualifying paths
- Certain professional certifications also qualify independently
- Verification is typically required, not just self-attestation
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See how this connects to Cliff Period. For the formal definition, see the SEC's overview of Regulation D exempt offerings.
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