The current owner of a popular website is seeking a quick sale, having recently invested $3,000 to $4,000 in upgrading the site and its flash application functionality. The owner hired a designer for ads to promote the site and is selling due to purchasing a larger site that demands more of their attention. This site, often compared to a MySpace for Twitter, allows users to create custom Twitter backgrounds using over 200 available options and additional features for customization. It has gained significant popularity, particularly for enabling the creation of branded profiles, making it a highly regarded tool among bloggers and Twitter users.
The application has attracted over 34,000 registered users and its Twitter account boasts more than 3,000 followers, with a daily increase of 50 to 100 followers. The site, which has been featured on several major online platforms and blogs, is frequently blogged about, contributing to the majority of its traffic. Monthly statistics include 25,000 visitors and 75,000 page views, although the accuracy may vary due to limitations in tracking within the flash application.
The site's income primarily stems from custom Twitter backgrounds, generating $1,100 to $1,800 monthly, with each background sold for $59 and outsourced at $25. A price increase to $79 is planned. Additionally, ValueClick Media Ads provide minimal revenue. The sale includes the Twitter account and advertiser accounts, with proof of popularity provided through various online features and backlinks.
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3. Review traffic. Sellers can grant you access to Google Analytics. Ask for read-only access to verify site traffic.
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