Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Oakland, CA
$399,000
Burbank, CA
$49,000
Collin County, TX
$750,000
Saint Augustine, FL
$459,000
Missoula County, MT
$150,000
San Diego, CA
$40,000
Williamson County, TN
$85,000
West Hollywood, CA
$340,000
Wesley Chapel, FL
$325,000
Denver, CO
$30,000
Sacramento, CA
$485,000
Malvern, PA
$609,000
Santa Ana, CA
$199,888
Woodbridge, VA
$150,000
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.
Santa Clara County, CA
$750,000
Los Angeles, CA
$175,000
Cape Coral, FL
$475,000
Hobbs, NM
$150,000
Pacific City, OR
$100,000
Darby, PA
$295,000
Somerset County, NJ
$850,000
South Richmond Hill, NY
$2,000,000
Fairfield, CA
$45,000
Indiana
$99,000
Alhambra, CA
$95,000
Redondo Beach, CA
$120,000
Suffolk County, MA
$550,000
Citrus County, FL
$345,000
West New York, NJ
$425,000
Boone, NC
$125,000
Gruetli Laager, TN
$449,000
Diamond Bar, CA
$250,000
Honolulu, HI
$80,000
Westfield, IN
$55,000
St. Petersburg, FL
$75,000
Camden County, NJ
$175,000
Los Angeles, CA
$119,000
Canton, MA
$499,999
Berkeley Township, NJ
$350,000
Huntington Beach, CA
$650,000
Hollister, CA
$150,000
Orange County, FL
$550,000
David Blatteis
Blatteis Realty Co. Inc.
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Independently owned and operated since 1922, Blatteis Realty was one of the first San Francisco real estate companies to specialize in retail and office space for lease. By emphasizing cooperation amongst our own team members as well as the brokerage community, our company's presence and knowledge of San Francisco and the Greater Bay Area has, for almost a century, secured the multigenerational loyalty of Property Owners, Institutional Organizations, Tenants, Principal Developers, and Brokers. Blatteis Realty's reputation for collaboration, knowledge, and extensive service grew alongside San Francisco's rise as a world center and international destination for fashion, retail, and entertainment. Our firm is a full-service brokerage company that covers the complete range of commercial real estate transactions: Retail Real Estate Services, Investment Sales & Acquisitions, Tenant Representation, Landlord Representation, Location Strategy Services, Commercial Real Estate Consulting Services, Property Management, and more. Our team of experts knows the value of maintaining relationships. Our clients know us for our knowledge and integrity. For a complete list of the services offered, please browse our website or contact us directly.
Matawan, NJ
$499,000
Newport Beach, CA
$200,000
Lompoc, CA
$140,000
New York County, NY
$2,000,000
Blue Ridge, GA
$119,000
Texas
$200,000
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
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
4,722 |
Median Asking Price |
$300,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$600,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$133,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Retail Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.37 |
1.79 |
Median |
0.56 |
2.53 |
Upper Quartile |
0.85 |
3.50 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
Read the Report:
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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