A celebrity news website, established in September 2008, is up for sale to fund the owner's wedding expenses. The site has been successful in attracting significant traffic, primarily from the US, Canada, and the UK, with over 2.7 million unique visits and 9.5 million pageviews. It derives more than half of its traffic from SEO, with a custom-built admin interface that facilitates easy site maintenance. The site is currently monetized via ValueClickMedia, generating additional revenue through selling link ads, which brings in an extra $250-$300 monthly. The site holds a PR5 ranking, making it an attractive option for advertisers looking to place ads.
Potential buyers are offered three hosting options: receiving the site files to set up on their server, purchasing the current server, or getting a similar server from the existing hosting company. The seller provides two weeks of support to ensure smooth transition and management for the new owner. A quick sale is preferred to alleviate stress before the seller's honeymoon, and payment is accepted through Escrow or Wire transfer. For any queries, potential buyers can contact the seller via PM or auction comments, given that the seller is currently engrossed in wedding planning. Revenue from ValueClickMedia has shown potential, with notable earnings in previous years, and the site is primed for someone with the expertise to maximize its profitability.
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