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Tell me I’m not being stupid, i am thinking of buying a small SaaS instead of building one
r/indiehackers
5/30/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| [No specific tools mentioned] | [No specific tools mentioned] | [No specific tools mentioned] | [No specific tools mentioned] |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Fear of inheriting poorly-documented, unsecure, unscalable codebase
- Difficulty finding SaaS products with $2K-$5K MRR for acquisition
- Challenges in validating product-market fit
Problems to Solve:
- Acquiring a proven SaaS product with existing traction
- Balancing building from scratch vs acquiring existing product
- Managing technical debt and codebase challenges
Potential Solutions:
- Acquiring a well-documented, scalable SaaS product
- Partnering with developers for product development
- Conducting thorough due diligence before acquisition
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Focusing on business development and marketing skills
- Partnering with developers for product development
- Acquiring existing products with proven traction
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Building partnerships and collaborations
- Leveraging existing networks and communities
Monetization & Product:
- Validating product-market fit through acquisition
- Balancing technical debt management with growth
User Engagement:
- Building strong developer communities
- Fostering partnerships and collaborations