The Angel Investment Tax Credit is a refundable income tax credit meant to encourage investment in small businesses located primarily in Minnesota and in certain industries. You may claim this credit even if you do not owe Minnesota tax.
To be an angel, you need to qualify as an accredited investor, defined by the SEC as $1 million of net worth or annual income over $200,000. (I'm simplifying – the real definition is a bit more complex – but it gives you the idea.) You don't have to own a professional sports team, or pass an exam.
There is no inheritance tax in Minnesota. Inheritance taxes from other states could apply to you, though. In Kentucky, for instance, all in-state property that is passed down is subject to the inheritance tax, even if the inheritor lives elsewhere.
290.033 NET INVESTMENT INCOME TAX. (b) In addition to the tax computed under section 290.06, subdivision 2c, a tax is imposed on the net investment income of individuals, estates, and trusts in excess of $1,000,000 at a rate of one percent.
Summary: “Angel Investor tax credits are offered to increase the availability and accessibility of venture capital, particularly for ventures at the seed capital investment stage. Businesses must first obtain Qualifying Business certification before investors can apply. “
The angel tax, introduced in 2012 by then Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee, was levied on funds raised by startups from angel investors when these funds exceeded the fair market value of the company, with a tax rate around 31% (30.9%).