Marketplace for Buying and Selling Micro-SaaS Businesses
Indie hackers and solo founders increasingly build profitable micro-SaaS businesses but lack structured exit opportunities. Tony Dinh received a $40K acquisition offer for his $322 MRR product (>10x ARR), demonstrating strong market interest. However, most micro-SaaS sales happen informally through personal networks. A dedicated marketplace connecting buyers with solo SaaS founders could capture this underserved segment.
Problem Statement
Micro-SaaS founders wanting to exit their businesses have limited options. Acquire.com serves higher-ticket sales but has high minimums. Most sales happen through personal networks, Twitter DMs, or Indie Hackers posts, creating inefficient matching. Founders waste time on unqualified buyers, and acquirers struggle to find deal flow.
The Idea
A marketplace for indie hackers and solo founders who need to sell their micro-SaaS businesses, connecting them with acquirers who want profitable, small-ticket SaaS products.
Why Now
The indie hacker movement has produced thousands of profitable micro-SaaS businesses. Acquisition interest is demonstrable (Tony Dinh's $40K offer for $322 MRR product). However, no dedicated platform exists for sub-$100K SaaS acquisitions. Micro-acquirers and portfolio investors are actively seeking these opportunities.
Target User
Indie hackers and solo founders with profitable micro-SaaS businesses generating $100-$10K MRR who want exit opportunities, and micro-acquirers, portfolio investors, and operators looking to buy small SaaS businesses.
Target Market
Indie hacker ecosystem, micro-SaaS community, Bootstrapper community, small SaaS acquirers
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