So you've got a great idea. In fact, you may have even started a business on a shoestring and now you need an infusion of cash to grow. Well first of all, for the record, I'm jealous. Second, have you thought about using Angel capital? No, it doesn't come from there. Angel capital comes from an investor or group of investors, called angel investors looking for a place to grow more cash. One spot I found on the net that looks interesting is a Gathering of Angels. One their web-site, they list the cities they will be visiting as well as what they funded last year. Their site has a lot of interesting information but you have to pay for it. Be warned, it looks like you have to pay to make a presentation to them also. Start searching the web for angel investors or talk to your banker. In the wikipedia definition for angel investors, it says, "while it's difficult to raise more than $100,000 to $200,000 from family..." Are you kidding, it's tough to get $10 to $20 from my family. Anyway, this might be an option for getting your idea off the ground. I warn you, you'll need a business plan, and analysis of the market, etc. If all of this sounds really foreign to you, check out the small business administration in your city or check the local community colleges for non-credit classes about starting your own business. Just be careful about shelling out money. Make sure you are dealing with legitimate people, that's why I recommend you get people like the small business administration or your banker or others on your side. Hey, when you make your first million, they all want to be able to say they helped. And, there's always crazy Aunt Betty. Aren't you sorry now that you said she smelled funny?
Jann