private money proposal advice

[Edward Rife]

I'm new to investing so i have a few questions about startup.

1. how do i go about creating a proposal for getting private money i feel i would be more comfortable going after my first deal if i knew the funds was going to be available.

2. is it better to have an llc when trying to get private funds that way im not personally liable

3. can i get a ball park figure on average what the lawyer fees would be to set up it up because i'm on a shoe string budget(living paycheck to paycheck)

any good advice would be appreciated i feel like such a noobie