An accredited investor is someone who meets certain financial conditions, such as:
Having a net worth over $1 million (excluding your primary home), or Earning at least $200,000 annually ($300,000 with a spouse) for the last two years and expecting to earn the same or more this year, or Holding specific financial licenses (Series 7, Series 82, Series 65), or Being certain types of entities with assets over $5 million. This status allows individuals or entities to invest in opportunities not open to the general public.