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About For Sale by Inventor

For Sale by Inventor works with inventors, retailers and consumers, with services ranging from patenting and research to selling products online. Invention services include product researching, patentability assessments, and marketing and patent guidance. FSBI operates an online marketplace for inventors to sell and market products to retailers and the general public. FSBI is headquartered in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, just outside Pittsburgh.

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  • Free consultation
  • Service diversity
  • Legal partnerships
  • Refund policy
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  • Pricing not online
  • Service fees

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I’ve enjoyed talking with Joe, the rep, a lot. He's been awesome to work with and very down to earth. He’s not all about businesses. There were a couple of places which were all a...

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My experience working with For Sale by Inventor has been excellent. I'm getting a better understanding on what's what. The last two inventions that I had were already invented. I ...

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What is For Sale By Inventor?

For Sale by Inventor (FSBI) offers research, patent licensing and product development help to inventors. This includes in-house strategies to provide maximum protection and exposure with minimum cost and risk. The three-pronged approach includes idea invention and brainstorming, as well as researching the ability to patent the invention. After the research stage, FSBI helps with securing the development and intellectual property rights.

There are multiple levels for patent search and patent licensing. Additionally, FSBI provides a database of new products for purchase. This is all online and virtual, with options to buy and sell up-and-coming products. You can submit your invention name and description online for a free, no-obligation review. A free 15-minute consultation is also available. FSBI has a customer service promise, which includes a refund for services not tendered yet after you’ve agreed on a plan.

How does For Sale By Inventor work?

To start with FSBI, you submit your initial invention idea online for an idea review and free consultation. After a consultation, you have a few options for patent research and getting a patent issued. These include:

  • Bronze: Patent collection
  • Silver: Bronze services plus patentability assessment
  • Gold: Silver services plus marketing overview
  • Platinum: Patent collection, patentability assessment and engineering feasibility
  • Diamond: Platinum services plus marketing overview

Upgrade options are available for a 3D graphic of your invention. In addition to patent search packages, FSBI offers patent licensing packages. These include:

  • Basic: Patent preparation and filing, FSBI website listing, sales sheet with a QR code, story behind invention and virtual prototype
  • Plus: All Basic offerings plus multiple 3D renderings
  • Premium: All Plus services plus personalized industry targeting
  • VIP:  All Premium services plus full-color brochures, professional website, 3D viewer on website, domain name, custom blog content, URL search, logo design and marketing fast track

Once FSBI has helped with research and licensing, it offers marketing services through its online marketplace.

For Sale By Inventor costs

FSBI cost ranges are determined on an individual basis, but you can expect to pay under $1,000 for services in the invention research phase. Several factors influence cost, like project scope, service level and engineering. The biggest cost factor can be the patent search and licensing package you choose. There are multiple service tiers to choose from. Other factors that may affect overall cost include any add-on services, like marketing and 3D renderings and graphics.

For Sale By Inventor FAQ

What type of patents does For Sale by Inventor offer?

FSBI offers patent, copyright and trademark protection services. This is done through a law firm, Cramer Patent & Design. You can submit your invention ideas for a patentability assessment to see if it would be beneficial to work with FSBI.

Does For Sale by Inventor offer a patent search?

FSBI offers multiple patent search and has research packages available to help.

Will I make money by selling my patent to For Sale by Inventor?

FSBI doesn’t purchase patents. It helps with patent filing and licensing. It also helps inventors who hold patents get connected with manufacturers.

Where is For Sale by Inventor located?

FSBI is headquartered in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. It serves inventors and consumers throughout the U.S.

Is For Sale By Inventor legit?

FSBI is a good option if you’re in the initial phases of an invention idea and need some help with developing it, such as patent research and licensing assistance. FSBI also offers an online, virtual marketplace for patented and patent-pending inventions. With multiple services available, FSBI can be beneficial to inventors, manufacturers, marketers, retailers and consumers at different levels.

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    Customer ServiceStaffTimeliness

    Reviewed Sept. 8, 2025

    Excellent customer service. Immediate response to text. I give Garvin a 100% on taking his time to explain. Calm, worry free voice, happy to have talked with him. Great person to have in my corner. Good feeling for a first impression.

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    Reviewed Nov. 21, 2024

    I have been on the phone with Mr. Mike ** and he has been so much help towards getting my invention in order. I tried to do things without his help and that didn't work at all. He is very knowledgeable and very helpful and respectful.

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      Reviewed Oct. 1, 2024

      Mike Marino is THEEEE BEST!!! You will NOT regret having this guy in your corner! And I don’t embellish lol. He is direct, precise, reliable & follows through on his word! He went to bat for me in a major way & I will never forget it! When my product is in stores worldwide, it will be a reminder that GREAT PEOPLE still exist! (Oh, and of course that, GOD IS THE GREATEST!!!!)

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      Reviewed July 19, 2024

      This was by far the smoothest, most enjoyable processes I've ever gone through. Garvin **, our initial phone interview was like you were neighbors in his garage attached to his house, just talking about inventions ideas. Awesome! Very straightforward and easy going process. Affordable. YES. Has me thinking about patenting some more ideas.

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      PriceStaffRates

      Reviewed April 26, 2024

      I had a very good interaction with the rep. Unfortunately, I haven't had the money to pursue using their services in full. So, I haven't gotten through that far with them. But their prices seemed very reasonable.

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      Customer ServiceSales & MarketingPriceStaff

      Reviewed April 16, 2024

      Mike, the rep I worked with, was a great help. He spoke to me from the beginning all the way to where I am now. I haven't patented by invention yet, which is a larger, more expensive step. I've already gone through the process of sending them my ideas and them sending me back the material about how to change and present this. They put it together in a package for me and done my patent searches as well. It's been a positive experience using For Sale by Inventor. They are a little on the pricey side though. They are more of a holistic type of entity to deal with as far as taking your idea from conception to completion. They explained what they would do. You pay a certain fee and you get a year's worth of marketing.

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      Customer ServiceStaff

      Reviewed April 15, 2024

      Whenever I make inquiries, the response is timely and always positive. I'm pleased and looking forward to do the next piece. It was a bit overwhelming when I first started, but I didn't understand the process because I had never done it before. But after I got to understand it, it was pretty good.

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      Reviewed April 14, 2024

      I made my wooden honey bowl and I wanted to find out how to get it patented. The rep was very thorough. He asked a lot of questions about what I came up with for an idea and give me a lot of ideas on how to proceed. I'm just waiting to hear from the patent agency on whether I have a patent or not. It’s been a very good experience with For Sale by Inventor. They've been very knowledgeable and flexible with me as far as my payments for their services.

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      Customer ServicePricePunctuality & SpeedStaff

      Reviewed April 13, 2024

      Mike, the rep, has been very prompt. He walked us through the different scenarios. He was very thorough. We called him on several different occasions. He was easy to get ahold of and answered whatever questions we needed. We've been very happy with everything in the whole process, thus far. We didn't know the final answer till the end, but we got away with the cheaper package. So we were happy with that. Anytime we had any questions, we were able to call and have them answered. They were prompt. They laid it out in simple terms for us to understand.

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      Punctuality & Speed

      Reviewed April 12, 2024

      I love them. They're very personal with me. I have one patent through them and another one is pending. The process with the first patent seemed like it was fast, but it was a really long time.

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      For Sale by Inventor Company Information

      Company Name:
      For Sale by Inventor
      Address:
      375 Southpointe Blvd. Ste 110
      City:
      Canonsburg
      State/Province:
      PA
      Postal Code:
      15317
      Fax:
      724-745-0228
      Website:
      forsalebyinventor.com