Does InventHelp cost money?
Just to show how tough it can be to make a go of your product, InventHelp, a company that heavily advertises to would-be inventors, volunteered its results. A two-year agreement costs from $800 to $10,000, depending on how detailed the marketing plan is.
Is InventHelp a rip off?
Is InventHelp a rip-off? No. InventHelp has been around since 1984, and its patent referrals service has resulted in more than 10,000 patents.
Is InventHelp a legitimate company?
InventHelp has been in business since 1984, and they offer a number of services to inventors. They can assist you in trying to submit your product ideas or inventions to industry. They can also refer you to an independent patent attorney if your goal is to patent your invention.
Who do I contact if I have an invention idea?
the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Visit the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) website and investigate any patents on items similar to the one you want to make. If you have questions or want to ensure your invention is legal for you to create and sell, consult an attorney who specializes in patents and IP law.
Can I sell my idea without a patent?
Yes, you can sell an idea to a company without a patent. However, the company needs to enter into a contract such as a nondisclosure agreement (NDA). Otherwise, they can steal your idea. Unfortunately, many companies will not enter into an NDA.
How can I sell my idea for an invention?
Three Steps to Selling Your Idea
- Know your market. This means gathering as much feedback as possible on your own invention idea.
- Do some legal legwork. Go as far as you can to determine if your invention is patentable or if it can be produced without infringement on other filed patents.
- Look into production.
How much does it cost to have a prototype made?
Prototype costs can range from a $100 to upwards of $30,000 for high fidelity connected devices. One of the most common questions we get is how much does a prototype cost to make? This is a tricky question, as prototypes can be free or cost upwards of $100,000.
Can InventHelp help me patent an idea?
InventHelp offers patent referral services to its clients. These referrals have resulted in more than 10,000 patents for InventHelp inventors. We can refer you to an independent patent attorney who will advise you on the necessary steps to take toward potentially patenting your idea.
How do you pitch an idea without it being stolen?
If you determine that the invention is probably not patentable, the most effective way to protect yourself is to have prospective licensees sign a nondisclosure agreement before you reveal your invention. This document is sometimes called an “NDA” or a “confidentiality agreement,” but the terms are similar.
Can a patent make you rich?
This just isn’t the case. And while we would love nothing more than for everyone to share in the wealth created through patenting an invention, there is simply no guarantee that patenting an invention will make an inventor money.