For two-sided marketplaces, people can use Sharetribe, WordPress (with plugins) or hire developers to create their marketplace.
Other factors include:
The costs are getting lower
Shows like Shark Tank & The Profit are making it seem easier
People are now more used to having hundreds or thousands of followers. I feel this leads to the perception that they could attract this same amount of people to use their product.
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Why are there so many new online marketplaces popping up?
One reason is because there are more tools available to create online marketplaces.
For single-sided marketplaces, people can use Shopify, BigCommerce or WordPress (with plugins).
For two-sided marketplaces, people can use Sharetribe, WordPress (with plugins) or hire developers to create their marketplace.
Other factors include:
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