Things to consider when buying a website in australia

​Things to consider (not advice anyone can rely on but some general thoughts)

• Does the web based business own the website
• If yes which one (just the .com or .com.au or .net etc).
• Web hosting is different from domain registration. 
• Domain registration is what guarantees that you own the domain, web hosting is just where and who serves up the web site.
• If not carefully transitioned, then email and web links can be directed back to the guys selling the business and they can maintain contact with their old customers.

Any business transaction has risk, but depends on how much due diligence you put in for the value you get.

Further reading

https://www.business.gov.au/info/plan-and-start/start-your-business/buy-an-established-business
Buy an established business | business.gov.au
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If you plan to buy an existing business, carefully analyse both the advantages and disadvantages, including the history, which is likely to impact the future of the ...
https://www.business.gov.au/info/run/advertising-and-online/register-a-website-name
Register a website name | business.gov.au
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Your domain name is your website address on the internet and gives you an online identity or brand. Find out how to register a domain name for your business.

Happy hunting

Regards
Andrew 

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