You've hit accredited investor status. Congrats: that's no small feat. But here's the thing: having access to hedge funds doesn't mean you automatically know how to use them well. Hedge funds can be powerful tools for diversification and returns. But they can also drain your portfolio if you're not careful. The good news? Most of the mistakes accredited investors make are totally avoidable. Let's break down the seven most common slip-ups: and more importantly, how to fix them

You've hit accredited investor status. Congrats: that's no small feat. But here's the thing: having access to hedge funds doesn't mean you automatically know how to use them well. Hedge funds can be powerful tools for diversification and returns. But they can also drain your portfolio if you're not careful. The good news? Most of the mistakes accredited investors make are totally avoidable. Let's break down the seven most common slip-ups: and more importantly, how to fix them