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I listed the project on angelList - http://angel.co/fleeter

I'm not so sure anything will happen with it but at this point, it certainly doesn't hurt to at least get the word out.

During my trials and tribulations of the past week I came to realize the exact same thing you posted here.

I am now looking at strictly friends and family to get the initial startup capital I need until I can properly valuate what we have here.

Great advice!

I will certainly check them all out. Thanks for the comment.

UPDATE I've read some very mixed reviews about using sites like this. It's really hard to apply the garbage filter.

There are definitely some investors that seem solid though. Thanks again.

You hit the nail on the head and I do believe I can probably round up the money from friends and family in the shape of a loan. Especially with the go-no-go system laid out in place ready to go.

The idea of small 3 month increments working towards it is also very appealing.. Thanks for the solid advice.

EDIT I also noticed that you recommend staying away from investment firms in order to preserve control of the company, but I'm honestly a bit scared to grow something like this myself with my limited experience in this area. Do you think my chances for success change at all with a 'professional' at my side?

No I haven't yet, will look into it now thanks.