What Is an Angel Investor?
Angel investors are wealthy individuals, not connected with venture capitalists or investment firms, who are interested in getting involved in small business through investments, partial ownership and sometimes consulting assistance.
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Profile of an Angel Investor
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Angel investors are typically seasoned, successful entrepreneurs who have retired from their own businesses but are looking for other opportunities to keep busy and invest their money.
Typical Investment Amount
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There is no hard range for angel investors -- investments could range from a few thousand dollars to a few million dollars.
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What Angel Investors Look For
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Typically, angel investors look for the same things other investors seek: an established product or idea, a strong business plan, realistic market projections and a significant opportunity for profit.
What Angel Investors Want
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Angel investors seek a significant return on their investments. However, unlike banks and venture capitalists, angel investors often also seek some measure of control over the businesses they invest in.
Scope of Angel Investments
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According to the Center for Venture Research, the number of angel investors in the United States was over 250,000 in 2007, and growing quickly. Angel investments totaled over $26 billion in that year.
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