Patents are a form of intellectual property by which you may protect your invention(s), and a patent portfolio can represent significant value to potential buyers and investors. If you obtain a patent on one or more products, methods, or designs, potential buyers and investors recognize you have exclusive rights in that intellectual property space. This could be a way to protect and grow your value, diversifying your portfolio in the process.
At the same time, you also need to be aware of potential issues with patents, which could affect their valuation. How are patents valued, and how can they impact your portfolio or your relationships with buyers and investors?
An intellectual property (IP) portfolio includes the patents obtained by a person or company. When a person or company owns a patent, they are protected by 35 U.S.C. § 154. This is the US Code section that allows individuals to protect their ideas for a set period of time, during which only they are allowed to import, make, use, offer for sale, and/or sell products and/or processes that embody their protected ideas. This is the time during which individuals need to capitalize on their patents, getting the most out of their inventions. Ultimately, the value of that right reflects the power and profitability of the patent portfolio.
There are several ways that patents may provide value to not only the owner but also potential investors and buyers. These include:
Ultimately, these are just a few of the many ways that a patent creates additional value for not only the holder but also for investors and buyers.
Furthermore, it is important to cover the factors that could impact the value of the patent. These include:
To get the most out of a patent portfolio, it is important to work with a patent lawyer.
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Patents are a way for you to protect your intellectual property, and a patent portfolio represents significant value to potential buyers and investors. If you obtain a patent on one or more products, methods, or designs, potential buyers and investors recognize you have rights in that space. This could be a way to protect and grow your value, diversifying your portfolio in the process.
At the same time, you also need to be aware of potential issues with patents, which could affect their valuation. How are patents valued, and how can they impact your portfolio or your relationships with buyers and investors?