The Problem I Noticed 👀
As a French entrepreneur, I noticed a significant gap in the market: while large companies have multiple options for M&A, local business owners - especially artisans - struggle to find buyers when they want to retire or move on. Traditional methods like business brokers are expensive, and general classifieds websites lack the specialized features these sellers need.
The Solution: Investarti 🚀
I built Investarti to bridge this gap. It's a specialized marketplace that connects French artisans and small business owners with qualified buyers. Think of plumbers, or construction company owners who have built successful businesses but need help finding the right person to take over.
The Technical Journey 💻
I built the platform using:
Next.js for the frontend
Supabase for database and authentication
Tailwind CSS for styling
Stripe for payment processing
Key Features We've Implemented 🔑
Simple Listing Creation: Business owners can easily create detailed listings of their businesses
Valuation Tools: Help sellers understand and communicate their business value
Regional Search: Buyers can find opportunities in specific French regions
Secure Messaging: Direct communication between buyers and sellers
Subscription Model: Affordable pricing plans for different listing durations
What Makes Us Different 🌟
Unlike general marketplaces or traditional brokers, we focus exclusively on the French artisan market. This specialization allows us to:
Build features specifically for service-based businesses
Keep costs lower than traditional brokers
Create a community of serious buyers and sellers
Provide relevant tools and resources
The Road Ahead 🛣️
We're constantly improving based on user feedback. Our roadmap includes:
Enhanced valuation tools
More detailed business analytics
Partnerships with business advisors and accountants
Educational resources about business sales
Looking for Feedback 🙏
If you're interested in the French business market or building marketplaces, I'd love to hear your thoughts! Visit Investarti and let me know what you think in the comments below.
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