Whether you're buying a brand or selling one, here's exactly how the process works, step by step, with no surprises. Some sellers even stay on as advisors.
▶ FOR BUYERS
FIND YOUR NEXT HEAD START
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BROWSE THE VAULT
Search and filter 200+ listings. Every listing includes a full asset breakdown, asking price, and the seller's story.
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FIND YOUR FIT
Filter by category, price, and asset type. Save listings to your vault. Use the search bar to find specific niches or keywords.
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CONTACT THE SELLER
Introduce yourself, ask questions, and request proof of assets. Ask if the seller is open to staying on as an advisor. Many are.
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MAKE THE DEAL
Agree on a price, use escrow for peace of mind, and take ownership of the assets. If the seller is advising, lock in the terms. Then build your second act.
THE VAULT
▶ FOR SELLERS
GIVE YOUR BRAND A SECOND ACT
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SUBMIT YOUR LISTING
Fill out our three-step form: business details, asset inventory, and asking price. Indicate if you're open to advising the buyer. Takes about 10 minutes.
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PAY THE $10 FEE
A flat $10 gets your listing published. No commissions, no percentages. We make our money on the listing, not your deal.
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BUYERS REACH OUT
Interested buyers contact you through the platform. You screen them, share proof of ownership, negotiate terms, and decide if an advisory arrangement makes sense.
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TRANSFER & CLOSE
Transfer the assets once payment is received, or use escrow for larger deals. If you're advising, set the terms upfront. Your legacy finds its next chapter.
▶ TRANSFER MECHANICS
HOW ASSET TRANSFERS ACTUALLY WORK
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DOMAINS
Transferred via registrar (GoDaddy, Namecheap, etc.). Buyer pays transfer fee if applicable. Takes 5–7 days.
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SOCIAL ACCOUNTS
Credentials transferred after payment confirmed. Seller updates recovery email/phone to buyer's details.
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EMAIL LISTS
Exported from the email platform (Mailchimp, Klaviyo) and imported to buyer's account. GDPR-compliant transfer.
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CODEBASES
GitHub repository ownership transferred or archived and delivered via secure file transfer.
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CLIENT LISTS
Delivered as CSV/Excel export. Buyer receives all contact data and purchase history.
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BRAND KITS
Delivered via cloud storage link (Google Drive, Dropbox). Includes all source files, fonts, and licenses.
▶ TRUST & SAFETY
HOW WE PROTECT YOU
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WE FACILITATE CONNECTIONS
SecondActBiz is a marketplace: we connect buyers and sellers. We don't participate in or guarantee transactions. Think of us like a classified ad platform that vets its listings.
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SELLERS VERIFY THEIR OWN ASSETS
Every seller confirms ownership of listed assets before publishing. We require proof-of-ownership for verified listings. For unverified listings, buyers should independently confirm before transacting.
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WE RECOMMEND ESCROW
For deals over $1,000, we strongly recommend using escrow.com or a similar service. Escrow holds the buyer's funds until the seller delivers the assets, so neither party takes on risk.
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CLEAR TERMS, CLEAR LIABILITY
Our Terms of Service clearly define platform liability. We're not a party to transactions, but we take fraud seriously. Sellers who misrepresent assets are permanently banned and referred to relevant authorities where applicable.
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SELLERS CAN STAY ON AS ADVISORS
Many sellers are open to advising the buyer after the sale. Think supplier intros, operational knowledge, and warm handoffs to key contacts. This is one of the biggest advantages of buying a business instead of starting one.
▶ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GOT QUESTIONS? WE HAVE ANSWERS.
▶ READY TO START?
THE VAULT IS OPEN. ARE YOU?
Browse hundreds of listed businesses or get your own listing live for $10.