An established business forum catering to small business and webmaster owners is up for sale. Acquired four months ago with the intent of long-term revenue growth, the owner is now selling due to emerging priorities requiring capital and attention. The forum boasts a decade of stability and consistent growth. It is managed by three volunteer staff members, including a longstanding moderator, who will remain post-sale.
The forum hosts 30,192 threads, 225,536 posts, and 15,676 members. Recent revenue figures are $437 in June, $500 in July, and $590 in August, primarily from advertising and account upgrades. The sale includes several domain names related to the forum, a Twitter account with about 5,300 followers, a Facebook page with approximately 800 likes, a XenForo license and addons, rights to the currently used theme, 30 days of support, and full site transfer assistance.
Traffic has been consistently steady over the years, with a mix of returning visitors and organic growth contributing to a strong community presence. This forum dominates its niche, providing a solid foundation for further development. The presence of 15,000 engaged business owners is particularly valuable for those involved in SEO and web design, offering significant opportunities for the right buyer to elevate the site's reach and impact.
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