An accredited investor is a person or business entity allowed to deal in securities that may not be registered with financial regulators. They are recognized by the law to have the financial expertise, sophistication, and the necessary risk appetite to engage in high-risk investments such as private placements and venture capital. Typically, accredited investors include individuals, banks, insurance companies, brokers, and trusts.
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