I’m a 22M founder seeking ₹50,000 to finally launch my startup — DealSetu
I never imagined I’d be writing a post asking strangers for help. For the past 1.5–2 years, I’ve been trying to build something of my own. I lack funding, a wealthy family background, and a large network. All I have is my laptop, AI, and a lot of late nights.
I built **DealSetu**, an escrow-based platform designed to make online buyer–seller deals safer by introducing a trusted middle layer. I’ve invested around **₹10–15K of my own money** into it, spent months fixing bugs, improving features, and getting the MVP production-ready.
The crazy part? **I’m currently spending ₹0 on marketing, yet people are finding DealSetu through AI/search, visiting the website, and even creating accounts.** However, nobody is creating real deals yet, and I understand why. I haven’t had the money to properly establish the company, build trust, create content, and market it.
Right now, I need around **₹50,000** to take the next step:
• ₹25–30K → Company registration
• Bank/current account setup
• Remaining amount → Initial marketing, content & operating expenses
I’m not looking for a huge investment. **I’m looking for one person who is willing to bet ₹50,000 on a young founder who refuses to quit.** If someone is genuinely interested, I’m open to discussing **5% equity** in DealSetu in exchange for ₹50,000, subject to proper legal documentation.
I’m also open to discussing a structured repayment arrangement instead of equity, but I don’t want to make unrealistic promises about returns. The business has to succeed first.
I’ve tried looking for funding for a long time, but I haven’t been able to get it anywhere. I don’t want to keep asking friends or family either. So, I’m taking a chance on Reddit.
If you’re interested, sceptical, or even just want to understand what I’ve built, **I’m happy to show you everything — the product, numbers, roadmap, and what I’m trying to build.**
₹50,000 might sound small to some, but I’m completely broke and hopeless. I couldn’t arrange this money on my own. If anyone wants to discuss or ask anything, I’m open to answering. I’m not going to scam anyone; my startup’s main motto is trusted buy-sell deals and helping people avoid online scams. I’ve almost been scammed four times and lost 30,000–40,000 INR online. Firstly, When I try to sold my Facebook groups and secondly, buying an online course on Telegram and other platforms. This is the short story behind making this startup. I searched many times but couldn’t find any services that could handle small amounts of escrow. Then I thought I had to build it myself, and I did. However, a lack of funds can cause problems before lunch.