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Certified High Net Worth Individual (Article 48)
£100k+ annual income, or £250k+ net assets (excluding your home and pension).
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Certified Sophisticated Investor (Article 50)
You hold a certificate from an authorised person confirming you understand investment risk.
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Self-Certified Sophisticated Investor (Article 50A)
Business angel network member, private-equity/SME-finance professional, or director of a £1m+ turnover company.
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