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Potential Designation of U.S. Certified Public Accountant License as Qualifying Natural Persons for Accredited Investor Status
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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is looking into whether having a valid U.S. certified public accountant (CPA) license should allow individuals to be considered accredited investors. This change could affect CPAs who want to invest in certain financial opportunities that require accredited investor status. Agents should stay informed about this potential change, as it may impact their clients' investment options.
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Notice is given that the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "Commission") is considering whether to issue an order designating holding a license as a U.S. certified public accountant (a "CPA") in good standing as qualifying natural persons for accredited investor status.