Therefore, the average investor cannot participate in a hedged-fund style portfolio.

Life insurers, reinsurers, banks, pension funds, and other investors have also participated in offerings.

Under these exemptions, no more than 35 non-accredited investors may participate in a private placement.

If not enough investors participate, the manager may choose to extend the election, taking more time and money to solicit additional votes.

Some major investors participate for specific sections of the road or a general goal.

Each investor cooperative participates in only one legal entity (business).

If investors knowingly participate in the scheme and understand the risks involved, can it really be called theft by deception?

The exchange also cut fees and trading charges to encourage investors to participate.

Institutional and individual investors can participate in some deals, usually for a minimum investment of $50,000 to $150,000.

This occurs when trend followers and other technically oriented investors participate.