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AThey all want cash up front..

AVenture capital is the investment of money into business ventures by companies setup for that purpose. They don't lend the business venture money, they give them money in exchange for an ownership stake (stock). The National Venture Capital Association (nvca.org) has a lot of information including a listing of members. Also, Entrepreneur magazine published a top 100 VC list: http://www.entrepreneur.com/vc100

AVenture Capital is an investment in the early stages of high-growth start-ups. It is typicallly in high-technology firms. A good venture capitalist not only puts in his money but also gives valuable strategic advice and guidance to take the company to greater heights faster. In return, the young entrepreneur may give the VC a board seat on his company. As a result, the venture capitalist will have to be someone who has extensive knowledge of various industries and know how they perform over the years, the trends and much valuable list of contacts. A venture capital investment, unlike a regular stock investment, is much much more riskier but could potentially be much much more rewarding and fulfilling. Out of every 10 deals a VC invests in, 2 are likely to bring in the VC big money. Depending on the VC's negotiations with the entrepreneur, the VC can have a controlling power over the entity, depending on what majority of the stock equity he holds in the company.

AGetting VC financing is very difficult particularly in the current economic environment. They are looking for the combination of a compelling product/technology and the technical and managerial talent to make it a reality. It is often more about the team and your ability to build a business around either a new technology, product(s) or a powerful business model that it is a specific idea.Its important to understand that VCs primarily invest in great management teams and/or exceptional technologists. So, if you don't have the background, I strongly recommend you get it before pitching your idea. Generally, you need to have either several years of senior corporate experience in the right area for your venture or be a technical expert in the field of your products/business model. If you don't want to wait until you acquire the knowledge yourself, you need to recruit it into your team.If you've got the goods, research the vc firms to find those that invest in your product/business area. Then, network to get a referral if possible. It is much better to get a referral than mailing your plan in. VCs get hundreds of busines plans & pitches and it is very hard to standout if you mail it in. Make sure you are really prepared with a well-thought presentation and be prepared to answer questions about your market and competition. Good luck.

AAn attorney or business associate can be a good place to get a VC referral. You also can network among business executives in the field of your business. One thing not to do is presenting to just any VC. You want one that is interested in your particular type of business. Networking with executives that have received funding or pitched to a particular VC is the best way to gather insight. VC's websites can be helpful at indicating their investment focus (and can show you if they already invested in a competitive venture) but they are often very broad when in reality they favor certain sectors that change over time with the business climate. The National Venture Capital Association (nvca.org) has a lot of information including a listing of members. Also, Entrepreneur magazine published a top 100 VC list: http://www.entrepreneur.com/vc100The most important thing to getting funding is to be able to "hook" them with your opportunity and you as the entrepreneur to capitalize on it. They are looking for BIG business opportunities that create new markets and/or use new business models/products/technologies to substantially expand existing large markets.It's also important to understand that VCs primarily invest in great management teams, exceptional technologists or marketing experts. So, if you don't have the background, I strongly recommend you get it before pitching your idea. Generally, you need to have either several years of senior corporate experience in the right area for your venture or be a technical expert in the field of your products/business model.If you've got the goods, research the vc firms to find those that invest in your product/business area. Then, network to get a referral if possible. It is much better to get a referral than mailing a plan in. VCs get hundreds of busines plans & pitches and it is very hard to standout if you mail it in.

AYou need to speak with a corporate attorney, as the laws regarding incorporation vary with the state.

AThey all got started with venture capital. Focus on who they got it from and what, in addition to repaying it, were (a) the test for giving it and (b) the conditions for taking it.

A1. They don't ask for a percentage of net profit. They take equity (stock) or partial ownership for their investment.2. They are used to companies needing several years to reach revenue3. Several but one important one to understand is they get preferred stock that typically has "liquidation preference" which is if you sell the company, they get paid their money in first. So, it has a loan-like element but it makes sense. If the company doesn't do well, they don't want you getting money from the assets without as much as possible of their money getting returned first.I don't know what kind of healthcare facility you are talking about but VCs wouldn't typically invest in a medical care center. Maybe a chain of healthcare centers with a new, unique business model but not in one center. VCs are looking for BIG business opportunities that create new markets and/or use new business models/products/technologies to substantially expand existing large markets. Most are seeking business opportunities that have the potential to generate hundreds of millions in revenue per years.

AFirst, write a business plan. An idea without written plan is not a viable business idea. Try to concise the business plan into major blocks of market, product/service, marketing plan, how to deal with competitor or lack of competition (brand new product/service), cashflow estimate, capital plan (seed or development or expansion), and --very important-- brief resume of key people. No need to write lengthy pages. 2-5 pages are okay.Second, bring plan to trusted friends and hear an honest feedback. If you get a nod, then you go to next step. If no, go back and refine your idea/plan.Third, bring the plan to venture capitalists. Search available venture capitalist in the internet. Or you may send straight to Garage.com.