An 18-month-old e-commerce business based in the UK. We earn up to $25,833 per month, with profit margins of 30% - 50% and a large social media presence
An individual, who wishes to remain unnamed, has been running a successful UK-based business centered around selling themed collectible items, specifically lightsabers, for the past 18 months. Initially, the business operated through dropshipping, but now fulfills orders directly. Despite its rapid growth and low competition, the founder is seeking to sell the business to someone with more experience due to the increasing demands. The business transitioned from the Wix platform to Shopify, achieving strong SEO results, especially in the UK and the USA, which indicates potential for expansion into larger markets. The business boasts a strong online presence, topping search engine results in multiple regions, and has established a beneficial relationship with its supplier.
The company is trademarked and maintains comprehensive analytics for competitor website visits and keyword rankings. There are benefits like access to Shopify capital loans due to its high order volume. Previous dips in profit were attributable to personal circumstances of the owner. The business is highly profitable, and all revenue figures disclosed are post-tax. Marketing primarily relies on Google Ads after finding limited success with Facebook Ads. The selling process was initially straightforward through dropshipping, but now involves stocking and customized shipment preparation. Minimal reinvestment was made, and most profits were channeled into other ventures. The seller is not interested in partial sales or installments since the business has been valued lower than potential estimations, open only to serious offers considering the business's profitability and growth potential.
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