5-star Etsy shop with excellent track record and profit margins
Business Description
Paper Hearts Inc is a proven, high-margin Etsy business with strong and consistent growth.
Revenue scaled from $169K (2023) to $540K (2025), generating $328K in net income and an exceptional 61% net margin.
Demand is predictable and supported by strong seasonal peaks (January, May, December), confirming product-market fit and long-term sustainability.
Key Investment Highlights
-Attractive valuation: $1.3M asking price ? 3.9x 2025 net income.
-Exceptional profitability: ~68% gross margin, ~61% net margin.
-Strong cash flow: ~25% annual ROI with a ~4-year payback.
-Low operational complexity: Minimal staff, fixed operating costs, easy transition.
-Scalable model: Additional revenue flows mostly to profit.
Gross Margin Drivers:
-Low material costs (cardstock, printing, packaging)
-High perceived value from personalization
-Labor/design time is the primary variable cost
-Gross margins above 80% before owner labor
-Order fulfillment semi automated with templates
-Customization workflow standardized
-Customer service is a competitive advantage (frequent 5 mentions)
-Business owner operated with optional outsourcing potential
Why Customers Buy From Paper Hearts Inc
-Beautiful designs, quick shipping, and a great experience.
-Customers choose Paper Hearts because they receive premium-quality products that feel personalized — fast and hassle-free.
-Easy customization options
-Consistent 5-star experience
-Repeat buyers & strong word-of-mouth
-Trust built through thousands of verified reviews
-Huge Sales Volume & High Ratings ~47,000+ sales over 5 years is very high on Etsy — signaling consistent demand and repeat purchases.
-4.9 average from over 10,200 reviews reinforces strong customer satisfaction.
Revenue scaled from $169K (2023) to $540K (2025), generating $328K in net income and an exceptional 61% net margin.
Demand is predictable and supported by strong seasonal peaks (January, May, December), confirming product-market fit and long-term sustainability.
Key Investment Highlights
-Attractive valuation: $1.3M asking price ? 3.9x 2025 net income.
-Exceptional profitability: ~68% gross margin, ~61% net margin.
-Strong cash flow: ~25% annual ROI with a ~4-year payback.
-Low operational complexity: Minimal staff, fixed operating costs, easy transition.
-Scalable model: Additional revenue flows mostly to profit.
Gross Margin Drivers:
-Low material costs (cardstock, printing, packaging)
-High perceived value from personalization
-Labor/design time is the primary variable cost
-Gross margins above 80% before owner labor
-Order fulfillment semi automated with templates
-Customization workflow standardized
-Customer service is a competitive advantage (frequent 5 mentions)
-Business owner operated with optional outsourcing potential
Why Customers Buy From Paper Hearts Inc
-Beautiful designs, quick shipping, and a great experience.
-Customers choose Paper Hearts because they receive premium-quality products that feel personalized — fast and hassle-free.
-Easy customization options
-Consistent 5-star experience
-Repeat buyers & strong word-of-mouth
-Trust built through thousands of verified reviews
-Huge Sales Volume & High Ratings ~47,000+ sales over 5 years is very high on Etsy — signaling consistent demand and repeat purchases.
-4.9 average from over 10,200 reviews reinforces strong customer satisfaction.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 8
- Employees
- 1 Contractor
Seasonal employee for peak season(s) - Currently Relocatable
- Yes
- Currently Home Based
- Yes
- Facilities & Assets
- Etsy account, goodwill, standardized procedures list, equipment, tools, training.
- Website
- https://www.etsy.com/shop/paperheartsinc
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Excellent Market Niche: reduced competition, intense customer loyalty and low marketing costs. A company with high profits in an underserved segment of a larger market.
Paper Hearts Inc is a proven, high-margin Etsy business with strong and consistent growth. Revenue scaled from $169K (2023) to $540K (2025), generating $328K in net income and an exceptional 61% net margin. Demand is predictable and supported by strong seasonal peaks (January, May, December), confirming product-market fit and long-term sustainability. - Opportunities for Growth
- PaperHeartsInc is of low operational complexity: Minimal staff, fixed operating costs, easy transition.
Scalable model: revenue flows mostly to profit.
Strategic Upside:
Established Etsy authority, reviews, and algorithm trust.
Expansion opportunities: creation of a website, facebook, instagram, amazon, and Shopify account will enhance the company's revenue further.
Difficult to replicate from scratch, providing a strong competitive moat.
Ideal for buyers seeking immediate cash flow with meaningful growth potential.
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Ownership undertaking new personal endeavors.
- Transition Support
- One week training available.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2457448
- Listing Views
- 12
Attached DocumentsAttachment Disclaimer
Listing ID: 2457448 The information on this listing has been provided by either the seller or a business broker representing the seller. BizQuest has no interest or stake in the sale of this business and has not verified any of the information and assumes no responsibility for its accuracy, veracity, or completeness. See our full Terms of Use. Learn how to avoid scams.
Businesses for SaleNevada Businesses for SaleNevada Internet Related Businesses for SaleNevada E-Commerce & E-Tailers Businesses for Sale






