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Securities and Exchange Commission

March 2, 2017 by: Content Team

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is a governmental organization created by Congress. The purpose of the SEC is to protect investors and to keep securities markets fair and functional. The SEC advocates for full disclosure to the public, protects investors from fraudulent and manipulative practices, and oversees corporate takeovers that occur within the U.S. To explore this concept, consider […]

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Accredited Investor

January 14, 2015 by: Content Team

Accredited investor is a term used to define certain individuals and entities that are allowed to engage in higher risk investments, or to invest on a large-scale basis. Such investments may include seed money, hedge funds, private placements, and angel investor networks. Accredited investors are generally wealth individuals and such organizations as banks, insurance companies, large charities, and some retirement […]