A telecommunications company is offering a business opportunity that caters to families of individuals who are incarcerated. This business provides local phone numbers for inmates, enabling families to reduce the cost of jail calls significantly, with savings of up to 80% on regular collect call rates across the United States. Currently, the business has recurring billing customers, implying a steady revenue stream of approximately $3,000 per month.
The sale includes the entire business operation: a fully functional website, promotional and instructional videos, customer databases, and customized interfaces for customer service and administrative controls. It offers payment modules compatible with PayPal and credit cards. New owners will receive one week of training after the transfer of ownership. The listing indicates this is a relisting, as a previous sale could not be completed due to funding issues.
Traffic to the service is driven by search engines, social media, and national television commercials, notably achieving over 27,000 hits on YouTube. The service has gained popularity and trust among families of the incarcerated, generating a viral word-of-mouth effect.
Potential buyers are warned to be serious and have necessary funds ready within five business days of a successful bid. The seller emphasizes that no profit and loss statements will be provided, and focuses on the business's future potential rather than past financials. The seller insists on genuine interest from buyers, cautioning against inquiries from those not committed to purchasing.
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