Margate City, KY
$48,000
Margate City, KY
$48,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Missouri
$1,095,000
Phoenix, AZ
$1,290,000

Connecticut
$225,000
Chicago, IL
$1,500,000
St. Louis County, MO
$199,000
Manistee, MI
$399,000
Anaheim, CA
$225,000
Kalamazoo, MI
$100,000
Illinois
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $71,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Oakland County, MI
$999,000
Oakland County, MI
$399,000
Philadelphia, PA
$375,000
St. Johns County, FL
$290,000
Los Angeles, CA
$269,000
Vermont, CA
$269,000
Grace Thompson
Linehaul Solutions
Serving Fulton County, GA
Linehaul Solutions is a top-tier buyers agent and consultant, specializing in guiding the acquisition and sale of FedEx Ground trucking businesses. Our seasoned experts are dedicated to helping businesses improve their transportation efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize operations. We listen closely to our clients, understand what they need, and come up with solutions that really work. Plus, we're committed to being open and transparent every step of the way. At Linehaul Solutions, we pride ourselves on our deep industry expertise, cutting-edge resources, and exceptional customer service. Our goal is to aid clients in achieving their linehaul business goals and cultivating enduring success for their enterprises.
Aurora, CO
$140,000
Knox County, TN
$185,000
Hillsborough County, FL
$195,000
North Dakota
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $376,000
Sedgwick County, KS
$125,000
Ohio
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $85,000
Saint Louis, MO
$72,000
King County, WA
$360,000
Oakland County, MI
$649,000
Chester, PA
$650,000
Oakland County, MI
$649,000
Wilmington, NC
$250,000
Orange County, FL
$2,300,000
Bronx County, NY
$1,950,000
Columbus, OH
$250,000
Denver County, CO
$160,000
Indianapolis, IN
$75,000
Illinois
$209,000
Kent County, MI
$140,000
Massachusetts
$600,000
Chino, CA
$1,270,000
Rutherford County, TN
$249,000
Orange County, CA
$149,000
Pennsylvania
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $400,000
San Antonio, TX
$120,000
Barnstable County, MA
$1,200,000
Alameda County, CA
$1,900,000
Lexington County, SC
$52,000
Edward Valaitis
Edison Avenue
Serving Hillsborough County, FL
The "original" Edison Avenue M&A Advisors was founded in 2009 to serve medium-sized companies that needed the professionalism of an Investment Bank without their high fees. Edward Valaitis was one of the first advisors in Florida to earn the prestigious Certified Business Intermediary CBI and Certified Merger and Acquisition Professional CMAP designation. He cares so deeply about the industry that he wrote a top-rated book (Exit Like A Winner) dedicated to helping entrepreneurs SUCCESSFULLY harvest the wealth they have built up in their companies.
Lake Havasu City, AZ
$199,000
Silver Spring, MD
$850,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Perry County, TN
$589,999
Barstow, CA
$150,000
Baltimore City County, MD
$199,000
Michigan
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $300,000
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 |
|
Median Asking Price |
$300,000 |
|
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 |
|
Median |
0.56 |
2.53 |
|
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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