here's my problem and why I can't fit in either YC batch or YC Fellowship.<p>18 months ago, a small business owner asked me to solve a problem they have. They said they tried many existing solutions, and none helped. So, it turned out, it's the same problem I'm trying to solve for last 8 years, for my personal use; was put on the back burner, and did not think it has a big business potential. So, I've already spent so much time finding a solution in the past, and did not take me much time to find a solution to fit their needs.<p>fast forward till today, and I got alpha quality solution; working on it over the weekends. while working full time to pay mortgage and feed my family.<p>if I apply to YC, it means I have to quit my job, move to silicon valley (I live in SoCal) and moving away from my newborn baby, which is not practical, since we don't have family to help with the baby. and my wife on her own cannot take care of the baby, get groceries, do the house stuff.<p>if I apply to YC fellowship, there's not enough fund to justify quitting my full time job and focus on this company.<p>My only option seems to be to keep working on this product for next 6 months, putting 10-20 hrs over the weekend, and have slow progress.<p>I've talked to several businesses and they all agreed, they have the same problem, and they want solution right now, and willing to pay $200 to $2000 per month depending on features.<p>I wish there's a hybrid option, something like investment of 80K for 2-3% (similar to Fellowship, but more funds) and requirement to fly once a week to meet with YC partners and report on progress.