How to Buy SaaS on Marketplaces: MicroAcquire, Flippa, Acquire

Marketplaces like MicroAcquire, Flippa, Acquire.com, and others facilitate buying and selling SaaS businesses, but require knowledge to navigate successfully. This complete guide covers: overview of main marketplaces (characteristics, business types, processes, fees), how to filter opportunities (quality criteria, red flags, signaling), how to evaluate listings (presented metrics, what to verify, questions to ask), how to negotiate (strategies, timing, terms, price), how to use escrow and protections (processes, guarantees, risks), how to conduct due diligence on marketplaces (limitations, essential verifications), and how to structure the transaction (transfer, integration, transition). We include marketplace comparisons, case studies, templates, and tips from experienced buyers.