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Updated almost 5 years ago,
Financial thresholds for accredited investor status
I have been researching what the qualifications are to be considered an accredited investor this evening. I found a ton of answers through internet searches that all seem to agree upon these foundational criteria:
* Your net worth (not including any equity you own in your primary residence) is over $1 Million.
* Your income is over $200K (or $300K for married couples) for the last 2 years and expected to be the same or more in the current year.
I am only able to find very limited information on how income is calculated or what is included. It seems obvious that W2 wages/tips would be included. I found that deferred compensation (like 401K matching contributions from an employer) can be included as income to the extent that it's vested. What about:
- Stock dividends (1099-DIV) ?
- Capital gains (short or long term)?
- Rental Income?
- Anything else?
Is there a form or spreadsheet somewhere that I could use as a reference for calculation of "income" in this context?
Thanks and happy turkey day!