# Finding micro-SaaS businesses worth buying

> A good acquisition starts with a good list. Here is how to build one around verified revenue instead of guesses.

## Begin with verified numbers

Revenue claims in marketplaces are hard to trust. TrustMRR shows MRR verified through the startup's payment provider, alongside total revenue, growth and whether the founder lists it for sale.

## Build the pipeline

In GetClient's TrustMRR scraper:

- choose categories you understand (SaaS, AI, developer tools…)
- set an **MRR range** that fits your budget
- choose **For sale** to see listed businesses with asking prices — or include all to approach founders who haven't listed yet
- sort by growth or revenue

## Qualify

- steady or growing MRR over months
- a niche you can grow
- reasonable asking price relative to revenue
- founder reachable (email or X)

## Approach founders who aren't selling

Many founders would consider an offer they never listed for. Be direct and respectful:

> "Hi Dana — Pagecraft looks like a great product at $6K MRR. If you'd ever consider selling, I'm a buyer focused on small SaaS and can move fast. No pressure — happy to just stay in touch."

## Do proper diligence

Verified revenue is a start, not the whole picture: check churn, costs, code, customers and legal setup before any deal.

## Questions to ask a founder

- How has MRR changed over the last 12 months, and why?
- What is monthly churn, and who are the biggest customers?
- What does the product cost to run each month?
- How much time does it take to operate?
- Why are you open to selling?

## Valuation basics

Small SaaS businesses are often valued as a multiple of annual profit or revenue, depending on growth, churn and how much work they need. Use the verified revenue as a starting point and adjust for what you learn in diligence.

## Move with care

Use escrow for payments, transfer accounts and code properly, and get legal help for the purchase agreement. A cheap deal with a messy handover costs more than it saves.

## Frequently asked questions

### Does TrustMRR show asking prices?

Listings marked for sale can include an asking price, which GetClient collects along with sale status.

### Can I contact founders who haven't listed their startup for sale?

Yes. Many founders are open to a respectful offer. Make it clear there is no pressure.

Source: https://getclient.pro/blog/acquire-micro-saas