REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Northampton County, PA
$895,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Northampton County, PA
$895,000
$65,000
St. Catharines, ON
$395,000
Tucson, AZ
$499,000
Santa Clarita, CA
$300,000
Thurston County, WA
$135,000
Indian Rocks Beach, FL
$275,000
Berks County, PA
$225,000
Upperco, MD
$2,150,000
Los Angeles, CA
$229,000
Kutztown, PA
$100,000
Durand, MI
$147,500
Dallas County, TX
$110,000
$30,000
Ventura, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Union County, NJ
$3,750,000
Kings County, NY
$3,600,000
James Shin, MBA, CBI
Serving Kitsap County, WA
Established in 1994, First Choice Business Brokers has grown to become one of the largest organizations in the U.S. specializing in business sales. We have listed and managed the sale of over $12.5 Billion. You deserve an experienced, certified, and licensed professional who specializes in business sales.
New York County, NY
$500,000
Mattoon, IL
$50,000
Los Angeles, CA
$165,000
New Hyde Park, NY
$178,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Madison County, IL
$2,300,000
Sherman Oaks, CA
$99,000
Manila
$2,380,000
Oglethorpe, GA
$249,000
$30,000
Newark, CA
Tampa, FL
$100,000
Mount Pleasant, SC
$267,000
Nassau County, NY
$280,000
Suffolk County, NY
$280,000
Kings County, NY
$800,000
Syracuse, NY
$395,950
Bloomer, WI
$90,000
Providence County, RI
$275,000
Mclean, VA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $144,000
Frederick, MD
$375,000
$450,000
Mesa, AZ
Miami, FL
$80,000
Tampa, FL
$99,000
Minnesota
$300,000
Denver, CO
$319,900
Columbus, OH
$102,000
Lewisville, TX
$100,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Benson, AZ
$2,390,000
Columbus, GA
$670,007
Neal Isaacs, MBA, Master CBI, CM&AP, CEPA
VR Business Brokers - Raleigh
Serving Wake County, NC
VR Business Brokers was founded in 1989 by Tom West, one of the co-founders of the International Business Brokers Association, and opened it's first office in the Triangle market in the 1980's by Mr. Dick Deigle. Today, VR Business Brokers of the Triangle is owned by Mr. Neal Isaacs, MBA, CBI, CM&AP, and proudly serves the same small business owners it served decades ago. With a focus on small businesses with revenues from $750,000-$20,000,000, we take a consultative approach to the process of selling a small business. All conversations are confidential, and all discussions start with a review of the opportunity and the financials, to discover what the Most Probable Sales Price (MPSP) will be. With this data, VR advises the owner what price point to go to market at. Through a proven system, perfected over four decades, VR Business Brokers assists Triangle business owners sell their privately held businesses for the best price, with the least inconvenience, in the shortest amount of time, so they can move on to the next stage of their entrepreneurial journey.
Mesa, AZ
$175,000
Colorado Springs, CO
$300,000
$2,200,000
Ludlow, VT
Dallas, TX
$180,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Texas
$998,000
Phoenix, AZ
$245,000
Providence County, RI
$295,000
Jackson County, GA
$400,000
Saint Louis, MO
$120,000
Tampa, FL
$175,000
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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