Every year, thousands of people create a new business. However, financing options are not strong this year or for 2009. Therefore, entrepreneurs must find ways to stand out.

There are several factors that make a great investor potentially rich. The first step is to get the capital necessary to operate. Anyone in business that is struggling to sell their idea or product needs to follow four primary stages. The venture capitalist process is as follows:

1. Preliminary screening

2. Agreement on principal terms

3. Due diligence

4. Final approval

The business plan is essential to the success of being financed. Therefore, the presentation of the plan should be clear, concise, and descriptive. Understanding what the investor expects as far as ROI (return on investment). Due diligence is the longest stage because it requires in depth review of financials, resumes, and potential risk. The last stage is the final approval which includes legal documents that both you and the investor must sign to finalize the deal.