An established five-year-old e-commerce business has been generating an average monthly income of $20,000 since 2019, with a 35% profit margin. This general store primarily sells high-ticket items, requiring only 2-3 sales daily to maintain profitability. The business requires minimal daily management, approximately 1 to 3 hours, focusing mainly on customer communication and Facebook ad management. Daily tasks include interacting with suppliers for order fulfillment and optimizing ad performance.
The store benefits from an efficient supply chain, featuring U.S.-based third-party warehouses that ensure fast shipping and straightforward inventory management. The reliability and competitive pricing of the suppliers aid in smooth operations. The current owner has been unable to devote adequate time to the business due to a major project initiated in May 2021 and other commitments. As a result, ad spending was reduced over the past several months to decrease sales volume due to time constraints.
To ensure continued success, the business is now for sale, presenting a chance for new ownership to capitalize on its potential. With dedicated focus, projected annual revenue could reach over $500,000. Historically, from mid-2018 to the end of 2021, the business earned $901,191.86 solely through Facebook advertising, without utilizing other marketing avenues like Google Ads or social media platforms.
The introduction of additional payment gateways could further boost revenue, as only PayPal is currently available. The buyer will acquire a well-designed e-commerce website, providing a foundation for brand development and long-term growth.
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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.
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