A new online platform has emerged as a marketplace designed specifically for buying and selling article content. Developed by a small team of professionals, the website aims to facilitate secure transactions between buyers and sellers, similar to other popular digital marketplaces but focused solely on article content. The complete business package includes the website, domain names, existing customer base, design, code, and three months of support. Launched recently with minimal marketing, the site has attracted over 128 members and is already generating revenue. Site owners earn a percentage of each article sale, with the current rate set at 30%, though this is adjustable.
The platform requires only a basic server setup with components like MySQL, PHP, and Java Bridge, and an API key for CopyScape. It is largely automated, needing minimal management and allowing payments via PayPal or other methods. An integrated self-help system minimizes support inquiries, and estimated weekly management time is under two hours.
The venture has been analyzed for profitability with an estimated cost of goods sold at 50 cents per unit and returns of $11 per dollar spent. With approximately 5,000 articles sold monthly, potential monthly earnings are around $26,000 after expenses, equating to an annual profit of over $312,000. Traffic mainly originates from blogger interest and SEO-targeted Google searches. As the site gains more backlinks and exposure, its search engine ranking is expected to improve. The founders are selling this completed, income-generating website, as their intention was the creation and not its long-term operation.
Flippa’s platform is free for buyers. Here are our tips for first-time buyers:
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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