We have a product. We have beta customers and it seems we will have revenue of about $30K/year (that is according to survey of existing customers). We believe the revenue should be 100M/year :) But we are not sure if we know what we don't know.
We are old (in 40s) and geeks (never did any business before but we dreamed about).
Does it make sense for us apply to Y combinator? Meaning what path would be the most efficient for us?
> We have a product
Several of the hottest companies in the last batch had been around for years before YC. Also, AirBnB.
> We are old.
I don't think that's an issue. Ever since the announcement of the Start Fund, YC has seen more and more seasoned founders come in. My -favorite- company in the S11 batch is a group of wickedly-smart guys in their 30s who've never started a company before.
> Does it make sense for us to apply to YC?
Depends. YC gives you exposure, business and investment contacts, operational help, and focus. For many companies, those things move the needle. If you're willing to give up a minuscule slice of your company to open up growth opportunities, then do it.
Don't sell yourselves short because your "old". Sell the fact that your mature, disciplined and responsible enough to commit to this company and bring tremendous experiences along with you.