San Diego County, CA
$1,950,000
San Diego County, CA
$1,950,000

Saint Augustine, FL
$459,000

San Diego, CA
$40,000
Wesley Chapel, FL
$325,000
Santa Clara County, CA
$750,000
Pacific City, OR
$85,000
Darby, PA
$295,000
Somerset County, NJ
$850,000
South Richmond Hill, NY
$2,000,000
Fairfield, CA
$45,000
Indiana
$99,000
Citrus County, FL
$345,000
West New York, NJ
$425,000
Boone, NC
$125,000
Gruetli Laager, TN
$449,000
Honolulu, HI
$80,000
James D. (Jim) Orum
The Lone Star Consultancy
Serving Texas
Regardless of the size of the business you want to 'buy' or 'sell', we are experienced in the process from both sides. We will assist with Business Valuations to determine a marketable ' Asking Price'. We will advise from the LOI, due diligence, data room through a successful 'closing'.
Westfield, IN
$55,000
Camden County, NJ
$175,000
Los Angeles, CA
$119,000
Berkeley Township, NJ
$350,000
New York County, NY
$2,000,000
Blue Ridge, GA
$119,000
Orange County, CA
$295,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$295,000
Riverside County, CA
$175,000
Henderson, NV
$225,000
Pinellas County, FL
$505,000
Camarillo, CA
$225,000
Sylmar, CA
$235,000
Sunland, CA
$199,900
New York
$9,000,000
Bellmawr, NJ
$175,000
Palm Beach County, FL
$600,000
Atlantic County, NJ
$450,000
Lindenwold, NJ
$160,000
Chamblee, GA
$400,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$65,000
Broward County, FL
$275,000
Kearny, NJ
$180,000
Summit, NJ
$499,000
Annandale, VA
Not Disclosed
Lithia Springs, GA
$299,000
Kalamazoo County, MI
$60,000
Detroit, MI
$299,000
Kenneth Hattan
Acquisition Services, Inc.
Serving Montgomery County, OH
Acquisition Services, Inc. is a small Ohio Business Brokerage firm. Our clients are small and middle market manufacturing, technology, service and distribution companies. For companies wanting to sell their business, acquire another business or sell/license intellectual property, we can help. Our Objective for the Sale of Your Company or Technology - To organize and manage a controlled auction with a group of serious buyers. The buyers will privately bid against each other to acquire your business. For our clients we utilize our extensive contacts and computer database library to identify a large group of qualified buyers. Time and again, this approach has yielded a premium price, terms and conditions for our clients. Our Objective for Buyers of Businesses- Acquisition Services, Inc. can be of significant assistance to companies expanding via acquisition. Whether your company has already identified a potential target, or is just beginning the process, our strategic advice can be invaluable. We assist buyers in developing acquisition criteria and present a group of candidates meeting this profile. Acquisition Services, Inc. identifies hidden sellers . . . companies that may not be interested in selling until we approach them. Acquisition Services, Inc. shows sellers to buyers on an exclusive one-on-one basis. This approach yields a lower, negotiated acquisition price (versus an auction price). Background: Key Principal Synopsis Kenneth M. Hattan held senior management positions at manufacturing companies, including Standard Register, Robbins and Myers and The Duriron Company. Ken has served as corporate treasurer, CFO and president, and has been responsible for buying and selling numerous businesses. Kens strategic planning and hands-on experience provide direction in developing a process to increase productivity, maximize sales and improve the bottom line through M&A opportunities. Specialization: The Result Substantial savings for our client . . . often exceeding our fee several times over. Affiliations: Realtor for the State of Ohio. Public Accountant. Member OBBA.
Brighton, MI
$350,000
Sterling Heights, MI
$475,000
Mount Morris, MI
$300,000
Milan, GA
$599,000
Trinity, TX
$85,000
St Lucie County, FL
$359,000
Retail businesses are crucial to the local economy, offering a wide variety of goods, including bike shops, flower shops, convenience stores, liquor stores, and clothing stores, among others. They are an excellent opportunity for small, local business owners to establish profitable enterprises while contributing to the economic health of their communities. With the ability to serve as both profitable ventures and community cornerstones, retail businesses remain a vital component of local commerce.
If you are looking to buy or sell a retail business, it helps to have some context on the market, and to understand how they are valued. Below, we have aggregated financial data from current and recent listings to provide some benchmarks on valuation and financial performance of retail businesses. All data is based on broker and business owner provided financial information.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
4,722 |
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Median Asking Price |
$300,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$600,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$133,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Retail Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.37 |
1.79 |
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Median |
0.56 |
2.53 |
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Upper Quartile |
0.85 |
3.50 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a retail business?
The median asking price for a retail business is approximately $300,000. However, this can vary significantly depending on the size, location, and financial performance of the store or shop.
How much do local retail business owners earn?
On average, store owners report median annual sales of $600,000 and annual owner earnings of $133,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a retail business?
Valuing a retail business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit margins, location, real estate, and market conditions. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Retail revenue multiples typically range from 0.37 to 0.85, with the median at 0.56. Earnings multiples range from 1.79 to 3.50, with the median at 2.53. These values suggest a typical local retail business will sell for around 0.56 times its annual revenue, and 2.53 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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