Dallas, TX
$149,000

Dallas, TX
$149,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lumberton, NC
$2,399,000

Fairfield County, OH
$675,000

San Francisco County, CA
$888,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Benton County, WA
$1,995,000
Rockland County, NY
$100,000
California
$250,000
Kennesaw, GA
$275,000
Ellisville, MO
$69,500
Mckinney, TX
$165,000
Essex County, NJ
$100,000
Not Disclosed
Bonita Springs, FL
$430,000
Brooklyn, NY
$2,250,000
Middlesex County, MA
$199,000
Danielsville, GA
$1,200,000
Jason Hubler
Exit Strategy Solutions, LLC
Serving Lancaster County, PA
We help get the business sold by assisting new buyers with the process of buying and getting funded; as well as providing detailed due diligence assistance with the more advanced buyers in the lower middle market, in order to help sell the business. We also assist with Business Valuations, as well as Succession planning for business owners, or consultation to business buyers. Additionally there are licensed Real Estate Brokers and Agents on our team to assist with Leasing or Real Estate sales that may occur with the transaction.
District of Columbia, DC
$122,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sidney, IA
$275,000
Cook County, IL
$700,000
Cook County, IL
$75,000
Surfside, SC
$50,000
Fairfield County, CT
$5,200,000
Highland Park, MI
$349,000
Stamford, CT
$145,000
Wylie, TX
$700,000
Minnesota
$795,000
Labelle, FL
$200,000
Pawtucket, RI
$25,000
Cutler Bay, FL
$80,000
Lancaster County, PA
$225,000
Columbus, GA
$1,410,000
Illinois
$850,000
Utah
$250,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Newton, NC
$2,900,000
Annandale, VA
$599,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Gilbert, AZ
$3,990,000
Cook County, IL
$219,700
Alabama
$1,550,000
Oakland County, MI
$150,000
New Hanover County, NC
$400,000
Snohomish County, WA
$150,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Houston, TX
$1,074,500
Georgia
$75,000
Anne Arundel County, MD
$990,000
David Miller
Comprehensive Business Brokers, LLC
Serving Monroe County, IN
At Comprehensive Business Brokers we’re the place where everyone’s story is worth hearing and where hard work and dreams receive the respect and care they deserve. Where we pull out all the stops on resources, experience and most importantly trust so that we not only get the job done, but give you the confidence that your best interests are in good hands. Because like you, we’re independent business people and believe that providing honest guidance leads to our client’s success.
Anchorage, AK
$400,000
Angoon, AK
$2,600,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Wayne County, MI
$3,700,000
Boise, ID
$299,000
Wilmington, CA
$2,250,000
San Bernardino County, CA
$400,000
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) |
|
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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