A California-based VC-backed start-up acquired a website in early 2012 to assist in developing its technology platform. As part of a strategic shift away from this aspect of its business model, the company plans to sell multiple websites over the next year, including this site. The website generates revenue primarily through ad networks, with almost all income coming from Adsense. It is currently operated using Linux and PHP, and prospective buyers will need to transfer it to their own hosting setup. All necessary site content files will be provided upon sale. The website's main function is to display a user's IP address, and it has not been subject to any SEO efforts or promotional activities. Despite this, it receives significant traffic from search engines and from users who have bookmarked the site over the years. The asking price is $7,200, an amount the current owner believes a buyer could recoup within a year. The sale will be conducted exclusively through an escrow service, with the buyer responsible for paying the associated escrow fee.
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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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