The owners of a profitable e-commerce business in the motorcycle apparel niche are looking to sell due to time constraints and focus on other projects more aligned with their interests. Initially agreeing to sell the business for $450,000, the deal fell through as the buyer was unable to meet payment terms after facing personal financial difficulties. Consequently, the business owners turned off marketing efforts, causing a temporary dip in sales. Now, they aim to negotiate the sale and have decided to hold an auction.
The business has shown significant potential, generating $232,000 in profit over the last 19 months with an average monthly revenue of $40,000-$50,000. The brand has established strong customer relationships and boasts a high return customer rate, with inventory based in the US and China. Over 25% of the customer base is from the United States, followed by substantial numbers from the United Kingdom, Australia, and other countries. Traffic to the site comes largely from organic sources such as direct search and word-of-mouth.
Operations are largely automated, requiring only minimal active management. Despite reduced marketing efforts recently, the company has maintained profitability, indicating its potential. Interested buyers will receive thorough business details and support during the transition. The owners seek a professional with strong work ethics to leverage the brand's growth potential, projecting that with dedication, the business could achieve $25,000-$40,000 monthly profits. The intention is to pass the business to someone with the capability and interest to realize its potential.
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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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