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We’re always on the lookout for website acquisitions that could fit the Review App model and there are a couple sites we use to find websites for sale. Buying a website can give entrepreneurs a huge jumpstart in building an online business but it’s important to first consider what you need. Some sites for sale offer a large registered user base while others offers may boast significant pageviews. Still others may offer large amounts of original content or design. Again, just keep in mind what your business needs most from an acquisition.

Sitepoint.com has listings for hundreds of ‘for sale’ websites but it’s often difficult to separate the scams from the legitimate opportunities. I recommend sticking with the Premium Web Sites for Sale category if you’re serious about getting started – and keep in mind you usually get what you pay for. eBay also lists websites for sale but the quality of the listings seems to be far lower than those on Sitepoint. Sitepoint offers more verification services as well so you know you’re dealing with legitimate sellers – check to see if your seller has been ‘Site Access Verified’ and ‘Telephone Verified’ before bidding.

Buying a website can be a risky transaction so be sure to do as much due diligence as possible. Also consider how you’ll raise the value of the site – improved marketing to grow pageviews, placing more display ads on the site, etc. The real estate market may be in the tank these days but flipping websites can be a lucrative side business if you know what to look for!

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