How do I get investors for my idea?

In this regard, how do you connect with investors?

Here's a suggested process:

1. Do your homework. Find out which investors are active in your space and your stage and size of deal.
2. Use your connections to try to find someone who can make an introduction. If not, dig around and find a real email address.
3. Start making contact before you're ready to raise money.

Furthermore, what is a fair percentage for an investor? Angel investors typically want from 20 to 25 percent return on the money they invest in your company. Venture capitalists may take even more; if the product is still in development, for example, an investor may want 40 percent of the business to compensate for the high risk it is taking.

Herein, how do I get investors with no money?

Learn to Start Investing When You Have No Money

1. Step 1: Make Room in Your Budget. If you have no money to invest, you'll have to start by rearranging your budget.
2. Step 2: Save Up Some “Seed” Money.
3. Step 3: Maximize Payroll Deductions.
4. Step 4: Start With the Right Retirement Plan.

How does an investor get paid back?

There are several options for repaying investors. They can be repaid on a “straight schedule” (for investors who are providing loans instead of buying equity in your company), they can be paid back based upon their percentage of ownership, or they can be paid back at a “preferred rate” of return.