Albany, NY
$300,000
Albany, NY
$300,000
Shasta County, CA
$85,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Diego County, CA
$395,000
Fairfield County, CT
$190,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
West Virginia
$3,000,000
Sheridan, OR
$299,000
San Joaquin County, CA
$700,000
Volusia County, FL
$1,200,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Illinois
$650,000
Utah
$150,000
Suffolk County, NY
$550,000
Wichita County, TX
$995,000
Glendale, AZ
$200,000
$375,000
Fishers, IN
Lake County, OH
$595,000
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EBITDA: $346,856
Herb Devine
First Choice Business Brokers - Boston/South Shore
Serving Plymouth County, MA
Founded in 1994, First Choice Business Brokers has accelerated to become one of the largest Business Sales Organizations in the United States. Our team of business brokers come from diverse backgrounds in accounting, legal, banking, real estate, and insurance. Every broker has undergone rigorous initial training, supplemented by ongoing education, making First Choice brokers some of the most seasoned experts in business valuation, marketing, and negotiations. This wealth of knowledge and expertise consistently delivers excellent outcomes for both buyers and sellers. The buying or selling of a business should never be compared to the purchasing or selling of a home. You deserve experienced, licensed professionals who specialize in business sales – you need First Choice Business Brokers. Our nationwide network of seasoned business sales professionals combines national reach with local market expertise. We offer buyers the greatest selection of businesses available and we provide Sellers with the personalized, confidential attention they deserve.
Bibb County, GA
$2,199,000
Jefferson County, NY
$1,250,000
Suffolk County, NY
$275,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Grady County, OK
$1,500,000
Pearland, TX
$215,000
Pinellas County, FL
$69,000
Dorchester County, SC
$175,000
Orange County, CA
$199,000
$950,000
Luther, MI
DuPage County, IL
$120,000
Caddo County, LA
$95,000
Dade City, FL
$100,000
Tennessee
$300,000
Essex County, NJ
$150,000
Williamson County, TN
$300,000
Shelby County, TN
$515,000
Western Ontario, ON
$1,299,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Baltimore, MD
$490,000
Perry County, TN
$425,000
$2,446,000
Galeton, PA
Sault Sainte Marie, MI
$595,000
Springfield, OH
$65,000
Bellefontaine, OH
$80,000
Anoka County, MN
$495,000
Ottawa County, MI
$82,500
New Jersey
$950,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Washington County, PA
$1,375,000
Carrollton, TX
$159,000
Kevin Everts
Transworld Business Advisors
Serving Onondaga County, NY
When a company owner needs to sell their business, they can't just stick a for sale sign in the window. For someone that personally went through the process of selling a business in Syracuse, I understand the challenge to selling while maintaining a profitable business. Owners need the assistance of a business broker to locate and vet potential buyers. On the other side, buyers rely on the broker to help facilitate the process of evaluating potential businesses and franchises for sale. Transworld Business Advisors of Syracuse provides the solution for both scenarios. Transworld Business Advisors of Syracuse focuses on three core concepts: business brokerage, franchise consulting, and franchise development.
Columbus, OH
$149,700
Houston, TX
$200,000
$350,000
Oklahoma City, OK
Broward County, FL
$295,000
Prince George's County, MD
$149,000
Kane County, IL
$150,000
Port Angeles, WA
$187,000
Harford County, MD
$850,000
Katy, TX
$212,600
Baltimore, MD
$95,000
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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