A vacation rental site (referred to here as VR Site) operates as a direct communication platform between homeowners and renters, emulating an older model of vacation rental services. Unlike newer rental platforms that manage bookings and take a share of income, VR Site facilitates direct transactions between homeowners and renters, charging homeowners a flat fee for listings. The site includes approximately 4,000 home listings, predominantly in North America, most dating back to 2011 and needing updates. During peak season, the site experiences about five renter inquiries per day. Initially launched in 2018 on a Drupal 7 platform, the site offers free listings at a basic level, with options for upgrading to higher visibility at a cost. The business aims for an annual income goal of $110k, based on a combination of bronze, silver, and gold listings. Operational costs are minimal, estimated at $322 annually. The founder, approaching retirement, seeks to sell the business, offering a turnkey opportunity for a motivated entrepreneur to expand using digital marketing expertise. The sale includes comprehensive SEO work, social media and promotional accounts, and content ready for deployment to grow visibility and user engagement. Essential assets, such as customer databases, website files, and marketing materials, are part of the transaction. The business is ideal for those looking for a manageable venture with significant growth potential. Post-sale support is available to assist the new owner in transition.
Flippa’s platform is free for buyers. Here are our tips for first-time buyers:
Before making an offer
1. Look for verified sellers. Sellers should verify their email, phone, and government ID. When a seller has completed all verifications, we identify them with a checkmark like this:
2. Review financials. Financials are seller-provided inputs. Always ask for verified financials. Ask for a tax return or request access to their dashboard. if it’s an ecommerce store get a transaction report.
3. Review traffic. Sellers can grant you access to Google Analytics. Ask for read-only access to verify site traffic.
4. Schedule a call. Communication is key. The best way to find out more is to speak directly with the seller. For your protection, keep all communication within Flippa.
5. Make the offer on Flippa. We’re here to help. Flippa does not charge buyers and by making an offer on Flippa you’ll get access to our post-sales support team.
1. Agreements & Contracts.
Connect with a US-based lawyer or purchase asset-specific template legal documents via Flippa Legal.
2. Conduct Due Diligence.
You can conduct this yourself or use our trusted network of industry-leading due diligence partners. They can provide in-depth analysis, identify hidden risks, and independently assess the value of the business. Learn More