A HVAC ecommerce superstore operating exclusively on a drop shipping model is up for auction. The business reported a net profit of $3,536.51 in November and has achieved a profit run-rate surpassing $37,898.42 over the past 10 months. Since its inception in February of last year, the ecommerce platform has grown month-on-month in terms of sales and profitability. Operating efficiently with a single manager working less than 15 hours weekly, the business offers a self-sustainable, automated system with minimal overheads of approximately $190.95 per month. The store's success is largely due to the cost advantage for customers, who save on average $4,000 compared to local contractors.
The site is highly optimized for search engines, attributed to over 400 hours dedicated to SEO, possessing a strong online presence with over 14,300 Google-indexed pages and robust customer reviews. The platform emphasizes organic traffic, which makes up 81% of total visitors, primarily from the U.S.
The auction starting bid is set at $10,000, while a 'Buy it Now' option is available for $20,000. Payment must be made via Escrow.com or bank transfer. The previous owner is selling to focus on other businesses and provides an offer to assist with transition and knowledge transfer, ensuring a smooth ownership change. This presents an opportunity for a buyer seeking an efficient ecommerce business with substantial growth potential, particularly if paid advertising strategies are employed. Terms include a non-compete agreement, ensuring exclusivity in business operations post-sale.
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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.
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