Pittsburgh, PA
$750,000
Pittsburgh, PA
$750,000
Baltimore, MD
$350,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Columbia County, NY
$550,000
Leonia, NJ
$85,000
Hartford County, CT
$315,000
Scottsdale, AZ
$6,600,000
Pomona, CA
$199,900
Minnesota
$239,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
$749,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Detroit, MI
$2,100,000
Lexington County, SC
$160,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Bel Air, MD
$949,000
Idaho
$175,000
Georgia
$595,000
Shasta County, CA
$150,000
Killeen, TX
$35,000
Dave Raleigh
First Choice Business Brokers - West Charlotte
Serving Mecklenburg County, NC
First Choice Business Brokers is one of the largest business sales organizations in the U.S., listing over $12.5 Billion in businesses for sale since our founding in 1994. We assist business owners by locating and matching them with the right buyer. Additionally, we also work with business buyers to find the right business that meets their purchase criteria. With over 100 offices located throughout the U.S., we have sold thousands of businesses, of all types, confidentially and efficiently through our vast buyer networks.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Minnesota
$1,600,000
Miami-Dade County, FL
$150,000
Minnesota
$2,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Bibb County, GA
$29,000
Maricopa County, AZ
$68,000
Pennsylvania
$269,000
Orange County, FL
$746,636
Harris County, TX
$1,500,000
Westchester County, NY
$525,000
Monmouth County, NJ
$59,900
Texas
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $333,521
Robertson County, TX
$499,700
Michigan
$2,000,000
Sarasota County, FL
$399,000
Pierce County, WA
$1,500,000
Greenville County, SC
$115,000
Anchorage, AK
$185,000
Norfolk County, MA
$1,800,000
Hartford County, CT
$175,000
Charlotte, NC
$99,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Wayne County, MI
$1,198,000
New York
$550,000
Alameda County, CA
$499,000
Virginia
$1,495,000
El Paso County, CO
$90,000
Rhode Island
$795,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Ukiah, CA
$5,500,000
Fort Lee, NJ
$1,000,000
Chinile Caudle
Heowe Business Brokers
Serving Fulton County, GA
Heowe Business Brokers is a premier advisory firm specializing in business sales, mergers, acquisitions, and investor matching. We represent business owners, buyers, and investors with integrity, expertise, and confidentiality helping clients achieve successful, value-driven transactions. *Who We Are At Heowe, we combine deep market insight, financial expertise, and a relationship-based approach to guide clients through the complexities of buying or selling a business. Our team is committed to precision, discretion, and results that align with every client’s goals. *What We Do Business Sales & Exits: Prepare, value, and market businesses, then negotiate with qualified buyers for optimal terms. Mergers & Acquisitions: Structure and manage strategic transactions that create long-term value and growth. Investor Matching & Deal Flow: Connect high-potential companies with serious investors seeking acquisition or equity opportunities. Due Diligence & Advisory: Provide expert support through financial, operational, and legal review. Strategic Positioning: Strengthen operations and presentation to enhance buyer interest and valuation. *Markets & Industries We operate across a spectrum of sectors — including technology, manufacturing, healthcare, consumer services, professional services, and more. With a broad industry lens and hands-on experience, we bring cross-sector perspective to each transaction. * Why Choose Heowe Business Brokers Confidential and discreet process Data-driven valuations and market insight Network of qualified buyers, investors, and private equity partners Full-service transaction management from start to close Client-focused strategy built on trust, transparency, and measurable results At Heowe Business Brokers, we turn opportunity into achievement "connecting ambition with execution".
Bronx, NY
$1,700,000
Longmont, CO
$749,995
Warren County, NC
$50,000
Tennessee
$947,700
Riverside, CA
$250,000
Travis County, TX
$150,000
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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