Sir, I am a sole proprietor of a firm. Do VC, angel investors only invest in private limited or limited companies and not in sole proprietorship firms? I wish to expand my business but not knowing how to approach VC and angel investors? Please guide. Thanks

Ans: They give support after investments too, and it all depends on your relationship with your investors.

Ans: To become an investor into start-ups, you first need to have investible surplus that you can afford to lose without losing any sleep! It is a high risk activity involving patient capital; further it is illiquid and returns are uncertain. It is essential to understand that. Some investors also like to play an active role in some of the start-ups they invest in.
How do they find businesses to invest in? By being close to the places which start-ups frequent. It could be incubators, accelerators, entrepreneur facilitation bodies, associations etc. Many investors become part of angel networks, syndicates etc to understand how other experienced investors evaluate and invest in start-ups. It would be good for you to speak to a couple of experienced investors and financial advisors before you embark on this journey

Ans: Outside professional investors don't invest in sole proprietorships or partnerships. It would be good for you to become a member of an entrepreneur association in your area or become part of a business incubator which can help you get mentors and give you other kinds of learning

Ans: Dear Mr. Sujeet,

Your story is is th story of thousands of other entrepreneurs . Running Business with limited fund is risky. So better return to job to mitigate your financial burden. .