The Anatomy of a Fundable MVP
Founders often ask, "What do I need to show to raise money?" The answer is not just an idea—it is a working version of that idea that proves you can execute.
What is an MVP? A Minimum Viable Product is the simplest version of your product that solves a core problem. It should work, be testable, and ideally, provide value from day one.
What investors look for:
A clear problem: Can you describe the pain point in one sentence?
A working product: Even if it is limited, investors want to see something real.
Traction: Users, engagement, or even just promising feedback.
Team capability: Can you execute this idea well?
Core MVP components:
Onboarding Flow: Show how users get started.
One Core Feature: Deliver the value proposition.
Feedback Loop: Let users interact and give feedback.
Basic Analytics: Prove people are using it.
Visual Polish: It should look clean, even if basic.
Tools to use:
Figma for design and prototyping
Webflow or Bubble for no-code builds
Firebase or Supabase for quick backend
Rails or Next.js for custom dev
Packaging your MVP: Have a working demo, a short pitch deck, and a simple landing page. Investors want to see you can execute clearly and move fast.