Charlotte, NC
$265,000

Charlotte, NC
$265,000
Erath County, TX
$3,000,000
Bosque County, TX
$1,000,000
Henderson County, TX
$2,600,000
Hill County, TX
$900,000
St. Johns County, FL
$672,000
Knox County, TN
$275,000
Thunder Bay, Ontario
$4,000,000
Jackson County, NC
$495,000
Nassau County, NY
$320,000
Craven County, NC
$289,000
Tolleson, AZ
$399,000
North Aurora, IL
$1,100,000
$6,490,000
Dover, FL
Orange County, CA
$80,000
Forest Park, GA
$148,000
Jim Parker
The Lawn Boss, Inc.
Serving Orange County, FL
Successfully selling a lawn or landscape business with gross sales exceeding $1 million in sales requires the touch of a specialist who understands the industry inside and out, and that’s where Jim excels. As an internationally and nationally recognized business broker, Jim’s deep understanding of your industry sets him apart from local generalist brokers. Choosing Jim means gaining the support of an entire team of professionals. This expert team, using proven systems and strategies, ensures faster sales, above-average prices, and favorable terms with no upfront fees, we gat paid when your business sells. Its success rate is a testament to its effectiveness, at 90% of listed businesses sold, nine times the national average. Jim is also a recognized leader among his peers serving as the 2026 Elected Chair for the International Business Brokers Association, which has over 300 members. Additionally, he served 10 years on board of the Business Brokers of Florida and four years on the Board of the IBBA.
Stouffville, Ontario, ON
$599,000
Staten Island, NY
$1,500,000
Pennsylvania
$300,000
Thunder Bay, ON
$3,500,000
Houston, TX
$125,000
San Mateo County, CA
$2,200,000
Conyers, GA
$490,000
Bergen County, NJ
$6,000,000
$30,000
Aspen, CO
Yeadon, PA
$350,000
Raleigh, NC
$199,000
Indiana
$350,000
Richmond County, NY
$199,999
Montgomery County, PA
$130,000
Dallas County, TX
$200,000
Iowa
$300,000
Kingston, OK
$362,000
Silverthorne, CO
$300,000
Escondido, CA
$60,000
$30,000
Naples, FL
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Miami County, OH
$850,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$250,000
Carlsbad, CA
$210,000
San Joaquin County, CA
$350,000
Houston, TX
$300,000
Richmond, VA
$450,000
Baytown, TX
$325,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lindsay, OK
$120,000
Al Fialkovich, CBI, CM&AA
Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado
Serving Denver County, CO
Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado has proudly maintained its #1 status for eight consecutive years among 250+ global franchises. The Colorado Franchise has locations in Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, Aspen, and Grand Junction. The franchise is owned by Prospere Companies, a private investment firm with a portfolio of companies in Colorado, Texas, and Nevada specializing in acquiring, owning, and operating multi-faceted locations in the realm of mergers and acquisitions. Over the past 12 years, our team has completed 1,500+ deals, growing daily. As the leading business brokerage firm in Colorado, we have achieved remarkable milestones, including being featured on the Inc. 5000 List five times—an accomplishment attained by only 4% of companies and featured on Financial Times Fastest Growing list. Additionally, our recognition as the Most Referred Middle Market Advisory Firm on the Axial Advisory 100 List underscores our commitment to excellence. To learn more about Transworld or to schedule a consultation with one of our brokers, visit our website at www.tworldcolorado.com or call 720-259-5099.
Suffolk County, NY
$280,000
Dare County, NC
$259,000
$30,000
Sarasota, FL
Brownsburg, IN
$3,500,000
Queens County, NY
$210,000
Aurora, CO
$75,000
Harris County, TX
$225,000
Westchester County, NY
$2,500,000
Gta, ON
$550,000
New Mexico
$199,000
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 |
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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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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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