Selling

Case studies & resources on how to value, off-load, or sell your Shopify store.

Selling/ 11 minutes

The E-commerce Tech Stack You Need To Build a $100M Brand (and Beyond!)

Not all e-commerce tech stacks are created equal. See which tools the biggest brands use and set the stage to grow your Shopify brand...

Selling/ 15 min read

How To Value an E-Commerce Business (5 Methods To Maximize Valuation)

Navigate the maze of e-commerce valuation with our step-by-step guide…plus 5 proven strategies to maximize your business valuation.

Selling/ 10 mins

How to close your Shopify store: options & alternatives

Comprehensive guide on what happens when you close your Shopify account. Avoid unexpected third-party costs, discover a lucrative exit...

Selling/ 13 minutes

How to sell a small business ‘by owner’ in 2024

Insights from legal and diligence specialists on how to sell your small business by yourself. Legal documents, common mistakes...

Selling/ 12 minutes

Scale Smarter, Not Harder: A Guide to E-commerce Management Services

Let ecommerce management services do the hard work of running your Shopify business, while you reap the rewards. Learn more in our...

Selling/ 9 min read

How to prepare your business for sale in 2024

Financial preparedness—from audits to accurate valuations—will make your business more appealing for sale. Waiting for the 'perfect...

Selling/ 9 min read

Future of your Shopify store: growth, exit, or autopilot?

70% of Shopify store owners contemplate selling, but only 7% take steps to act on it. CEO Keith Rabois shares growth strategies...

Selling/ 8 min read

Shopify Exchange marketplace alternatives: pros & cons

Secure the best deal! Explore benefits & drawbacks of selling your Shopify store on Flippa, Facebook groups, LinkedIn, through...

Selling/ 8 min read

OpenStore reviews: 4 founders who sold their Shopify stores

Real success stories from Shopify founders who sold to OpenStore. Fast, fair algorithmic valuations, and all-cash payouts within 1-2...

Selling/ 13 min read

How much is your Shopify store worth?

Looking to sell? Add additional owners, figure out stock options? Apply for loans for the future. You can use the discounted cash flow...

Selling/ 6 min read

Keith Rabois & Nik Sharma discuss the easiest way to sell a Shopify store

Keith Rabois met with Nik Sharma and Moiz Ali for an episode of Limited Supply, their no-BS podcast on DTC. They discussed how to grow...

Selling/ 6 min read

Why Skull Riderz chose OpenStore over business brokers

The founder of Skull Riderz, Ben Davenport, shares why he sold to OpenStore for 80% cash upfront - and how we provided the freedom and...

Selling/ 11 min read

How to sell a small business without a broker

If you have an e-commerce business on Shopify, selling it to OpenStore is the easiest way to do so quickly and confidentially.

Selling/ 6 min read

Yogaste: how to effectively build and sell Shopify brands

Yogaste, a DTC yoga apparel brand, sold in less than 2 years to OpenStore through a streamlined acquisition process.

Selling/ 10 min read

How to sell your business quickly (fastest: 2 weeks)

If you’re a small business founder who has decided it’s time to move on, you may find it's a lengthy process to sell. Here are your...

Selling/ 15 min read

How to sell your Shopify store: complete guide 2024

4 ways to sell your business to serious buyers with fair valuations. Tips on online marketplaces, business brokers, doing it yourself...

Selling/ 14 min read

Taxes on selling a business: 12 implications & strategies

From capital gains to asset sales – your comprehensive guide to tax rates on selling a business in 2024. Discover tax strategies that...