The text highlights concerns about a site's management practices, specifically the manipulation of financial records. The owner of the site allegedly compelled the team to engage in dishonest accounting, commonly known as "cooking the books." This unethical practice casts doubt on the financial integrity and value proposition of the websites in question. The repeated assertion that "these sites are hardly worth the money" suggests that beyond financial misrepresentation, there may be underlying issues affecting the intrinsic value or profitability of the sites. It indicates dissatisfaction and potential skepticism about the business's operations and financial health. The text serves as a critique of the management's approach, underscoring the ethical and value-related challenges faced by those involved with the site.
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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.
You can conduct this yourself or use our trusted network of industry-leading due diligence partners. They can provide in-depth analysis, identify hidden risks, and independently assess the value of the business. Learn More