Exclusivity

A period during which the seller agrees not to negotiate with other potential buyers.

Marketing Channel

A source or method used to attract, reach, and acquire customers, such as organic search, paid advertising, email, affiliates, or referrals.

Seller

The founder, shareholder, company, or asset owner offering an online business for acquisition.

Exit

A transaction or succession process through which a founder reduces or ends ownership and operational involvement in a business.

Exit Readiness

The degree to which a business is financially, operationally, legally, and technically prepared for a sale.