A two-year-old ecommerce business is currently generating a monthly income of $5,000 to $6,000, with a profit margin of 38%. The business is offered for sale at a 1.3x multiple of its earnings. The current owner acquired the business with the help of funds from a regular job to support the Google Ads and marketing videos, resulting in a profitable return on investment. However, due to a shift in focus towards a trucking company and a lack of consistent income, the current owner is unable to dedicate the necessary time and resources to maintain the ecommerce business.
The seller is open to negotiating the price, emphasizing that the aim is not to make an excessive profit. Key assets offered with the sale include details about the supplier and a popular TikTok account that drives significant traffic to the business. The TikTok platform has the potential to be repurposed for other products as well.
The owner promotes transparency and is willing to meet potential buyers in person, regardless of their intention to bid. This approach is rooted in the belief that ensuring buyer comfort and confidence in the purchase process is fundamental. The seller's willingness to provide comprehensive information and discuss the business underscores a commitment to integrity and customer satisfaction in the transaction.
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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.
Connect with a US-based lawyer or purchase asset-specific template legal documents via Flippa Legal.
2. Conduct Due Diligence.
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