I need venture capital to fund my idea, where do I begin to look?

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I need venture capital to fund my idea, where do I begin to look?

Answer 1

Then there is this wonderful little government agency that you need to learn more about: http://www.sba.gov/aboutsba/sbaprograms/...

http://www.sba.gov/aboutsba/sbaprograms/...

Answer 2

The first port of call to look is your Business Plan.

Will the following impress the Venture Capitalist:

The Management and it's experience

The scaleability of the idea, i.e it's potential to grow

The Business Idea overall

Where will the money come from your idea, who pays you ?

What are your Financial Projections for years I - IV ?

How much do you need, what will it be spent on and how much of the company will the Investor get for it ?

Is your valuation realistic ?

Once all the boxes are ticked, try

www.angelsden.com

www.angelinvestmentnetwork.co.uk

Good Luck

Answer 3

right here on answers...put the word out

Answer 4

If the regular banks & financial institutions don't help, try P2P sites like Prosper.com, Lending Club, and Fynanz.

Make sure you fully understand what you are doing before going this route. Good luck!