The business for sale includes a dropshipping website dedicated to selling shoes, email lists of subscribers, hosting, and email templates. The seller is offering the entire company for sale, not just its assets, and is providing two months of free services from current employees, a personal assistant, and a market analyst. The business, operational for two years with over 15,000 loyal customers, generates revenue primarily through product sales and requires online marketing to remain operational. The main expenses include advertising costs on Facebook and Google, and salaries for the personal assistant and market analyst. The seller, who owns multiple online ventures, plans to focus on a new business starting January 2018, hence the sale.
The business is hosted on a popular platform and doesn't require a hosting change post-purchase. It is monetized via eCommerce and tracked through the site, though not separated from personal accounts. The business has employed minimal SEO and relies heavily on paid advertising for traffic. While no additional social media accounts are included in the sale, the seller suggests future growth through expanded social media presence and the potential development of an app. Current operations include researching trending products and ensuring they are listed on the website weekly. Customer support is managed through phone and email.
The business includes agreements with two suppliers from the USA and UK, with payment terms settled weekly. The seller is prepared to provide post-sale support and training, along with a non-compete agreement. There are no geographic restrictions on the buyer of the business. Future growth opportunities lie in better social media integration and app development.
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