In 2009, an online platform was launched to serve as a community and job board for social media professionals and enthusiasts. The platform was reacquired last year after the previous stakeholder was unable to maintain it. Post-acquisition, efforts were made to refresh its design and resolve existing issues. The current owner now seeks to transfer ownership to someone with a stronger passion for both social media and job placement in order to further expand its user base. Proceeds from the sale are intended to fund other business ventures. The platform is profitable, typically receiving 3-5 job postings monthly, with additional income from a partnership with a job listing aggregator, although this source claims a significant portion of revenue. The community section is hosted via a service with minimal monthly expenses. A new directory feature has been introduced, expected to generate additional revenue, and there is potential to introduce advertising revenue. However, the site would benefit from updated job board software to retain more of the posting revenue. Managing the established community, consisting of over 2,000 members, requires a dedicated community manager. This opportunity offers a turnkey business solution with a demonstrated, consistent revenue stream and a robust user base. Prospective buyers are encouraged to act swiftly on this opportunity, as it presents a viable business option for those with the appropriate expertise and motivation.
Flippa’s platform is free for buyers. Here are our tips for first-time buyers:
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.
You can conduct this yourself, or use our new official verification and assessment service. We provide a deep analysis, identify hidden risks, and independently assess the value of the business. Packages start at $1,000. Learn More