The Definitive Guide for the Everyday Inventor
From Idea to Market: How to Patent, Protect, and Sell Your Invention Without Getting Ripped Off
Watch: What every inventor needs to know before getting started
Your Invention on the Shelf
It's five years from now. You're standing in the aisle of a major retailer—Target, Walmart, Home Depot—and there it is: your invention. Your name on the package. Your idea, brought to life.
You pull out your phone and take a picture. You send it to your family. Your spouse tears up. Your kids are proud. You did it.
This isn't a fantasy. This is the reality for thousands of everyday inventors who took action.
Start Your Journey⚠️ But imagine the opposite...
Five years from now, you're scrolling through Amazon and you see it: your idea. But it's not your product. It's someone else's.
They filed the patent. They brought it to market. They're making the money.
And you're left wondering, "What if I had just started?"
Which future do you want?
The difference isn't luck. It's not talent. It's not money. It's taking the first step—and taking it the right way.
The Broken Invention Industry
For decades, inventors have been trapped between two terrible choices
The Expensive Patent Attorney
$450 per hour median rate. By the time your patent is issued, you've spent $20,000 to $100,000.
But here's the problem: you now have a patent and no idea what to do with it. Patent attorneys are experts in patent law—not marketing, manufacturing, or licensing.
The Risky Invention Marketing Company
Late-night TV ads promising to turn your idea into a million-dollar product. They charge $5,000 to $10,000+ upfront.
The FTC's "Project Mousetrap" exposed widespread deception in the invention promotion industry. High upfront fees, outsourced work, and business models built on selling you more services.
How Neil Almost Lost His Invention
"I almost lost out on my first invention. Imagine this: you've worked tirelessly on your invention. Tons of sleepless nights. Years of your life. All your life's savings. Only to release it and find out someone else developed the exact same idea. We launched the same product at the same tradeshow. Luckily, I beat the competition by filing just one week earlier."
Watch Neil's Full Story
That near-disaster taught Neil everything about the broken invention industry.
Neil created For Sale By Inventor to be different. We are not another invention company—we are The Un-Invention Company™. Transparent, affordable, and focused on your success.
The B.INSPIRED Magic Formula
The framework that has helped 3,000+ patents get issued
Watch the B.INSPIRED Magic Formula Explained
The VIP Method™
Vision + Implementation = Performance
It's not about the patent—it's about building a successful product. Six essential elements for inventor success.
Belief
You must believe you're capable and deserving. Truly envision yourself realizing your full potential. See your product selling in the marketplace.
Intentional Implementation
Success isn't solely about hard work. It's the difference between practicing for 10,000 hours and practicing effectively for 1,000 hours.
Remove Resistance
Internal resistance (limiting beliefs) and external resistance (lack of resources, complex processes) must be identified and eliminated.
Focus
Where focus goes, energy flows. You can't be Tiger Woods AND Michael Jordan. It requires persistent effort on ONE thing.
Sacrifice
Put your energy, time, and money into what you want to achieve. Be intentional about where your attention goes.
Time
VIP Success Strategy × Time = Results. There's no overnight success. But with the right strategy, results are inevitable.
Watch the VIP Method™ in Action
Our Mission
Help everyday inventors launch their invention with Maximum Protection, Maximum Exposure, and Minimum Expense.
The SPARK Report
Before you invest thousands in patenting, you need to know three critical things:
- Is your idea patentable? (Has someone already patented it?)
- Is your idea technically feasible? (Can it actually be built?)
- Is there a market for it? (Will anyone buy it?)
Patent attorneys charge $3,000+ just for a patent search. Our SPARK Report gives you everything in one comprehensive package.
| Component | Value |
|---|---|
| Patent Search & Patentability Assessment | $3,000 |
| Technical Review | $300 |
| Statement of Feasibility | $500 |
| Technical Language Description | $200 |
| Marketplace & Competitive Overview | $500 |
| Graphic Artist's Rendering | $500 |
| Personalized Invention Coach | $500 |
| TOTAL VALUE | $5,000 |
Virtual Tradeshow: 24/7/365 Exposure
Traditional tradeshows cost $10,000+ and last a weekend. Our virtual approach saves you $15,000+.
24/7/365 Exposure
Your invention showcased to 8,500+ companies around the clock. No booth fees, no travel costs.
Virtual Models
Instead of $5,000+ physical prototypes, we create virtual models shareable with unlimited manufacturers.
Professional Videos
YouTube videos that showcase your invention professionally to investors, retailers, and licensees.
FREE Resources — No Credit Card Required
We give away more for FREE than others charge for. That's why we're The Un-Invention Company™.
The Complete Value Stack
Everything you get with The Un-Invention Company™ full-service concierge path.
Choose Your Path
Three paths, one goal: turning your idea into a successful product.
Expert guidance, proven system. Everything in the value stack—patent filing, SPARK Report, virtual model, tradeshow, manufacturer sourcing, and dedicated product manager.
Book FREE Strategy CallBudget-conscious option. Spark & Ignite packages with expert guidance, templates, and support—but you do more of the legwork.
Explore Patents4LessNot ready to commit? Get cheat sheets, journals, certificates, and access to all our free resources to learn more.
Get the Launch KitNot sure which path is right for you?
Common Concerns Addressed
"I can't afford it."
Our packages start at $2,499—a fraction of the $20,000-$100,000 you'd spend with an attorney. We offer payment plans and fast-pay discounts. Patents4Less starts at just $999.
"I don't know if my idea is good enough."
That's why we start with FREE validation tools. Take the Inventor Quiz, use the GOAT Calculator, and get a FREE Idea Review—no sales pitch, no obligation.
"What if they steal my idea?"
We never take a percentage of your invention. You keep 100% of your IP rights, always. Download our FREE Record of Invention to document your idea securely.
"I've heard horror stories about invention companies."
We have too. That's why we're The Un-Invention Company™. We have no FTC complaints, an A+ BBB Rating, and 3,000+ issued patents. See our reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Ethical Commitments
100% IP Rights
You keep 100% ownership of your invention. Always.
No Co-Mingling of Funds
Your money is never co-mingled with funds from independent practitioners.
Separate Engagement Agreements
Clear agreements with us and with any independent law firm.
Thoroughly Vetted Practitioners
We vet all independent patent practitioners for cost and quality.
No Ownership Interest
We do not have any ownership or financial interest in the law firms we refer.
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees. No surprises. Fixed-fee packages.
Are You Ready to Stop Dreaming and Start Building?
The question isn't whether your idea is good enough. The question isn't whether you have enough money. The question is: Are you a doer?
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The Lottery vs. Investing in Yourself
People spend $1,000+ per year on lottery tickets with a 1 in 292 million chance of winning. Investing in your invention gives you a 100X better chance of success.
The only way to guarantee failure is to never start.