Dallas, TX
$950,000
Dallas, TX
$950,000
San Antonio, TX
$2,500,000

Pinckney, MI
$2,950,000

Chaska, MN
$648,000
Old Saybrook, CT
$1,360,000
Cumming, GA
$6,200,000
Ecorse, MI
$350,000
Jacksonville, FL
$999,500
Inglewood, CA
Not Disclosed
Wofford Heights, CA
$5,450,000
Fanning Springs, FL
$1,100,000
Osceola County, FL
$175,000
Jacksonville, FL
$359,000
Oakland, CA
Not Disclosed
Orland, CA
$4,500,000
Orange Park, FL
$1,200,000
Jason Ward
TruView Business Advisors
Serving Harris County, TX
TruView Business Advisors is a boutique business brokerage and advisory firm based in Houston, Texas, specializing in the confidential sale of Main Street and lower middle market businesses with annual revenues between $3 million and $50 million. We focus on delivering accurate, data-driven valuations and guiding business owners through successful, discreet exits. Selling your business is one of the most significant financial decisions you'll ever make. You only get one opportunity to do it right—partnering with an experienced and professional M&A advisor can make all the difference. At TruView Business Advisors, our reputation for excellence is reflected in our industry recognition, including the Better Business Bureau Awards for Excellence – Pinnacle Winner (2023) and Winner of Distinction (2021, 2022, 2024); the M&A Source Executive Club Award (2022, 2023, 2024); and the IBBA Dealmaker and Chairman’s Circle Awards (2022, 2023, 2024). Our process begins with a comprehensive business valuation conducted by a CPA, Certified Business Intermediary (CBI), and Merger & Acquisition Master Intermediary (M&AMI). We help structure deals and asking prices in a way that maximizes the seller’s after-tax cash proceeds while reflecting the true market value of the business. From valuation through closing, we maintain strict confidentiality while managing the complexities of the transaction with professionalism and care. TruView Business Advisors is more than just one advisor—it’s a collaborative team of specialists, including CPAs, attorneys, valuators, lenders, and marketing professionals. Each engagement is supported by a hand-selected team tailored to the specific needs of the client and the business. We invite you to hear directly from our clients—check out our Google Reviews to see the difference TruView delivers. Let TruView Business Advisors be your trusted partner in achieving a successful, strategic exit.
Rochester, NY
$595,000
Holtsville
$350,000
Walsenburg, CO
$185,000
Bayfield, CO
$3,000,000
Jefferson County, KY
$800,000
Somerset County, NJ
$2,500,000
East Orange, NJ
$1,599,000
Jenkintown, PA
Not Disclosed
Seattle, WA
$1,850,000
Fremont, IN
$169,500
Laguna Hills, CA
Not Disclosed
Livingston, CA
$2,200,000
Sebring, FL
$249,900
Blaine, WA
$2,500,000
Claxton, GA
Not Disclosed
Atlanta, GA
$1,590,000
Monterey Park, CA
$990,000
Joliet, IL
$30,000
Georgia
$3,300,000
Los Angeles, CA
$990,000
Washington, DC
$2,000,000
Dexter, ME
$320,000
Marshall, VA
$150,000
Saint Louis, MO
$2,200,000
Helena, MT
Not Disclosed
Wisconsin
$6,700,000
Trinidad, CO
$709,000
Jacksonville, FL
Not Disclosed
Patrick Scheetz
EXP Realty
Serving Arapahoe County, CO
We are an experienced team that has sold many businesses in multiple states and have over 30 years experience. We have also all owned our own many businesses and still do. We have extensive commercial real estate, as well as business brokerage experience and have sold many different types of businesses. When you have to have it done right, call us!
Jacksonville, FL
Not Disclosed
Jamesburg, NJ
$849,900
Venice, FL
Not Disclosed
Venice, FL
$189,000
Bridgeport, CT
Not Disclosed
Jacksonville, FL
$550,000
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 |
|
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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Retail Business Industry Valuation Report
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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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