High Net Worth Individuals The typical angel investor is someone who's net worth is likely in excess of $1 million or who earns over $200,000 per year.
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.
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.)
Angel investing is only suitable for those with stable income streams and minimum investable assets of $1 million — $2 million. Consider if: You have at least six months of living expenses set aside in savings as an emergency cushion. Investing surplus minimizes financial disruption if some startups fail.