Question
I have developed a consumer messenger app which is now at a functional MVP stage but minimal work needs to be done in terms of UI and UX to launch it commercially.
I developed the app using a freelancer.
I paid him in full for the development but he never completed it according to the spec and budget I had available. He then just disappeared, leaving me with the source codes.
I have now depleted all my own funds.
I now need an investor to assist with funding to complete development and launch.
Answer
I think you should first prepare a business plan and be able to prove that you can achieve the same. Then prepare a pitch deck with propositions for investors. It is only then that an investor may give you a hearing. In my polite opinion, I think a lot of diligence needs to be done still before you reach that stage. Do give a call if you need to discuss this and flesh this out. All the best.