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Two-Sided Marketplace

A Founder's Blueprint to Building a Marketplace MVP

This blueprint outlines the key components for a successful Two-Sided Marketplace MVP. At RocketMVP, we specialize in turning this plan into a market-ready product in weeks.

Timeline

3 - 6 Months

Cost Estimate

$25,000 - $60,000

Core MVP Features

  • Dual User Profiles (e.g., Buyers & Sellers)
  • Listing Creation & Management (for Sellers)
  • Search, Discovery, and Filtering (for Buyers)
  • Secure Messaging System
  • Core Booking/Transaction System
  • Ratings & Reviews System
  • Payment Integration

Recommended Tech Stack

  • Frontend: Next.js (React)
  • Backend: Node.js (Express)
  • Database: PostgreSQL
  • Key APIs: Stripe Connect, Google Maps, Twilio

Key Challenges & Solutions

The "Chicken & Egg" Problem

Hyper-focus on a small niche or manually onboard one side of the market first.

Trust & Safety

Implement a robust review system and secure payment escrow from day one.

Complex User Journeys

Map and simplify the core workflows for both user types before building.

Turn This Blueprint into Reality

This blueprint provides the roadmap. We provide the execution. If you're ready to launch your Two-Sided Marketplace with an expert team that guarantees speed and quality, let's talk.

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