Empire Flippers uses a blended commission structure for sellers, meaning the percentage fee reduces as the business's sale price increases. You only pay commission upon a successful sale, ranging from 15% for smaller deals down to 2.5% for the highest valuation brackets.
Empire Flippers uses a blended commission structure when selling an online business, ranging from 2.5% to 15% depending on the sale price bracket, with three primary tiers defined by business valuation.
The fee structure shown below determines the commission you owe only after your business successfully sells.
Tier 1: Businesses Under $700,000
Price: 15% flat commission on the sale price
Websites Supported: Not explicitly stated
Best For: Businesses valued up to $700,000
Refund Policy: Not explicitly stated
Other Features:
- Done-For-You administrative service
- Exclusivity period of 2 months
- Negotiation and deal structuring support
- URL and specific information hidden until unlocked by serious buyers
This tier is perfect for entrepreneurs selling their first or mid-sized established business. You get access to the full suite of brokerage services, ensuring a smooth process and maximizing your sale price through professional negotiation.
Tier 2: Businesses Between $700,000 and $5 Million
Price: Blended commission rates apply (15% on the first $700,000, then 8% on the amount between $700,000 and $5,000,000)
Websites Supported: Not explicitly stated
Best For: Mid-to-Large sized businesses
Refund Policy: Not explicitly stated
Other Features:
- Access to thousands of hungry buyers
- All communications handled by Empire Flippers, filtering out tire-kickers
- Website migration handled for you (Done-For-You service)
- Provides deal concepts unfamiliar to sellers
If you have a successful, seven-figure business ready for acquisition, this tier offers a significantly reduced commission rate on the bulk of your sale price. The focus remains on connecting you with verified purchasers quickly and efficiently.
Tier 3: Businesses Above $5 Million
Price: Blended commission rates apply (15% on the first $700,000, 8% up to $5,000,000, then 2.5% on the amount above $5,000,000)
Websites Supported: Not explicitly stated
Best For: High-value, enterprise-level businesses
Refund Policy: Not explicitly stated
Other Features:
- Commission further reduced on high-value sales
- Industry’s lowest exclusivity period (2 months)
- Broker handle negotiations and deal “massaging”
- You make more money than if you sold the business independently
This customized fee structure rewards sellers of highly successful businesses with the lowest commission on the top valuation amounts. You benefit from a proven process designed to handle complex, large-scale transactions while ensuring confidentiality and market reach.
Empire Flippers does not charge upfront fees, which means there is no free plan or trial needed for the listing itself. They offer a free valuation tool to start the process. They require only a low two-month exclusivity period, giving you confidence that your asset will receive full attention without being unnecessarily tied up.