Vermont, CA
$269,000
Vermont, CA
$269,000

Sedgwick County, KS
$125,000

Chester, PA
$650,000

Alameda County, CA
$1,900,000
Lexington County, SC
$52,000
Silver Spring, MD
$850,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Perry County, TN
$589,999
Baltimore City County, MD
$199,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Wayne County, MI
$950,000
Broward County, FL
$1,000,000
Hudson County, NJ
$320,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Peachtree City, GA
$6,700,000
Columbus, GA
$2,100,000
Baltimore, MD
$8,450,000
Boston, MA
$249,999
Boston, MA
$3,750,000
Robert Allen
Robert Allen
Serving Warren County, KY
ExitWay specializes in connecting buyers and sellers of businesses, focusing on developing effective exit strategies and business transition plans. With expertise in business valuation, acquisition strategy, due diligence analysis, business brokerage, and commercial real estate, they help clients maximize the value of their assets. Serving primarily Kentucky and Tennessee, including cities such as Nashville, Bowling Green, and Owensboro, ExitWay offers deep local market knowledge to ensure successful transactions. Headquartered in Bowling Green, KY, the company also supports clients from outside these regions.
Chicago, IL
$350,000
District of Columbia, DC
$550,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Worcester County, MA
$499,000
Great Barrington, MA
$375,000
Georgia
$8,500,000
Washington, DC
$850,000
Florence, SC
$93,700
Washington, DC
$987,000
Philadelphia, PA
$310,000
San Lorenzo, CA
$249,000
San Jose, CA
$1,250,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Detroit, MI
$1,250,000
South Carolina
$8,500,000
Washington, DC
$199,000
Detroit, MI
$698,000
Hayward, CA
$99,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Macomb County, MI
$1,400,000
District of Columbia, DC
$1,100,000
District of Columbia, DC
$650,000
Hinds County, MS
$330,000
Richmond County, NY
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $9,999,999,999
Baltimore County, MD
$1,900,000
Fort Bend County, TX
$80,000
Miami, FL
$1,000,000
North Miami, FL
$3,200,000
Macomb County, MI
$995,000
Washington, DC
$200,000
Woodlyn, PA
$990,000
Jim Maxwell, JD/EA, CRE
Maxwell & Associates, PLLC
Serving Richmond City County, VA
Our Full-Service M&A Advisory Includes The Following Exclusive Sale Representation Understand client objectives and expectations and design a sale process to achieve such goals, including but not limited to, maximizing the value of the client’s business and included commercial real estate and closing the transaction on the best possible terms. Develop an appropriate buyers list and all of the related transaction marketing materials, which would typically include a comprehensive Confidential Memorandum. Manage the distribution of the business acquisition and any included commercial real estate on all major business sales and commercial real estate sales platforms. Manage all communications and interaction with prospective buyers, including marketing calls, follow up data requests, and site visits. Evaluate and negotiate offers from interested parties and work with the client to select the buyer and sign a Letter of Intent. Manage the post-LOI closing process including buyer due diligence and the negotiation and execution of the definitive transaction documentation. Buy-Side Advisory Identify and assess potential targets. Perform valuation and business analysis. Advise regarding transaction pricing and structure. Negotiate Letter of Intent. Manage closing process including performing due diligence on the target and negotiating the definitive transaction documentation. Assist in identifying and securing financing if required. Assist in lease negotiations and commercial real estate acquisition. Pre-Sale Consulting Thoroughly assess the operations and financial condition of a business from a potential buyers’ perspective. Make recommendations and assist as required to develop long-term strategies regarding: Business development and growth opportunities Capital structure optimization Financial systems and controls Management requirements Technology and IT systems Timing of a potential sale or recapitalization Business Valuations Tax planning Strategic business planning Brand Audit and marketing assessment Valuation of commercial real estate included in the transaction Post-Sale Consulting Thoroughly assess the operations and financial condition of a business from the perspective of the newly formed merged entity Make recommendations and assist as required to develop long-term strategies regarding: Business development and growth opportunities Brand Planning and marketing strategy for newly formed entity Financial systems and controls Management requirements Technology and IT systems Tax planning Strategic business planning for newly formed entity Commercial Real Estate Services Thoroughly assess and perform valuation for the commercial real estate included in the business transaction. Represent the seller or buyer on the commercial real estate included in the deal for sale or lease. Make recommendations and assist as required to develop strategies regarding: Sale leasebacks Landlord and tenant representation Lease transfers New site selection
Palm Beach County, FL
$699,000
Pleasanton, CA
$275,000
Bexar County, TX
$130,000
Luzerne County, PA
$70,000
Bolivar County, MS
$467,000
Washington, DC
$950,000
Liquor stores are a staple business in most communities, providing customers with a variety of alcoholic beverages that are always in demand. Among retail businesses, liquor stores are an often overlooked but consistently performing option.
If you are looking to buy or sell a liquor store business, it helps to have some context on the market, and to understand how these types of businesses are valued. Below, we have aggregated financial data from current and recent listings to provide some benchmarks on valuation and performance of liquor store businesses. All data is based on broker and business owner provided financial information.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
852 |
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Median Asking Price |
$474,500 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$943,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Liquor Store Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.36 |
2.25 |
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Median |
0.52 |
3.05 |
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Upper Quartile |
0.77 |
4.00 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Read the Report:
Liquor Store Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a liquor store?
The median asking price for a liquor store is approximately $474,500. However, this can vary significantly depending on the size, location, and financial performance of the store.
How much do liquor store owners earn?
On average, liquor store owners report median annual sales of $943,000 and annual owner earnings of $150,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a liquor store business?
Valuing a liquor store business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit margins, 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. Liquor store revenue/sales multiples typically range from 0.36 to 0.77, with the median at 0.52. Earnings multiples range from 2.25 to 4.00, with the median at 3.05. These values suggest a typical liquor store business will sell for around 0.52 times its annual revenue, and 3.05 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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