Unfortunately there are many scam companies out there who prey on the hopes and dreams of inventors. However, they can not be determined solely on their practice of charging fees. It is their reputation and success that must be judged. The invention business is highly risky and you will have to pay the price. If a company,who has success in bringing similar products to market charges fees to help you, I think that is respectable. They are in the business of giving you the opportunity for success, however, they can not make a guarantee. It is for that opportunity that you are writing a check.

So my advice is to thoroughly investigate the company you select. It will not guarantee your success, but it will give you the peace of mind that you hired a qualified company to give your product the best shot at making it to market. Alternatively, save the money and do the work yourself.

Also, I noticed that Michael Collins has a “Sell Sheet” up. It is a good demonstration, but it should be qualified as a sell sheet for people who are attempting to license their inventions. If they are mfg. their product, it would not be the same format for a sell sheet on an item/line.

Lisa