Bradenton, FL
$189,000
Bradenton, FL
$189,000
Washington, DC
$317,000
Palm Beach County, FL
$215,000
Albany County, NY
$150,000
Monroe County, PA
$100,000
Georgia
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $593,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Rome, GA
$1,700,000
Wildwood, FL
$175,000
Hampton, VA
$135,000
Tallahassee, FL
$94,000
Chagrin Falls, OH
$295,000
Shelby County, AL
$150,000
Hancock County, OH
$395,000
$771,000
Cambria County, PA
Hyattsville, MD
$200,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Mineral Wells, TX
$740,000
Vasilis Georgiou, CM&AA, M&AMI, CBI, CBB, MBA
CrossRoads Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
CrossRoads is a full service mergers and acquisitions firm that focuses on providing exceptional service to Buyers and Sellers of small to medium-sized businesses in a variety of industries. Our services are delivered with the maximum in confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity. CrossRoads is extremely effective and results oriented, leveraging a database of qualified Financial and Strategic Buyers and a confidential national collaborative network of Business Intermediaries. We serve the needs of potential Buyers and Sellers discretely and professionally with one mission in mind: To add exceptional value to a seamless process of business transfer. We differentiate ourselves by taking an advisory approach to the needs of Sellers and Buyers. We have the experience and expertise to value and present your business in the best manner possible, or assist you in identifying a business that fits your criteria and personal preferences. Sellers benefit from our professional approach in packaging, presenting, and promoting their business, and from a vast database of registered qualified Buyers including entrepreneurs, investors, professionals and corporations. Buyers benefit from our guidance through the, sometimes uncertain, road to business ownership, and from all the resources we bring to bear that they can leverage to make that transition smoother. Professional Affiliations M & A Source – Organization supporting mid-market Mergers and Acquisitions Intermediaries International Business Brokers Association – Education and professional standards California Association of Business Brokers – Education and professional standards Alliance of M&A Advisors Ellermeyer Connect – Executive Career Transition Networking Resources HCBizMarketplace BizBuySell Bizquest Mergerplace International Business Brokers Association California Association of Business Brokers M & A Source Bizben – California Businesses for Sale Sellerworks Businessesforsale BusinessBroker Globalbx
New York
$250,000
Tampa, FL
$125,000
San Francisco, CA
$279,000
Hartsfield, GA
$489,000
Barstow, CA
$425,000
Ohio
$90,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Bristol County, MA
$900,000
Rochester, NY
$499,000
$2,900,000
New Mexico
Kitty Hawk, NC
$1,200,000
Inglewood, CA
$2,850,000
Baltimore, MD
$199,000
Montana
$185,000
Lakewood, CA
$690,000
Alameda County, CA
$1,495,000
Capitol Heights, MD
$175,000
Howard Beach, NY
$195,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tuolumne County, CA
$1,890,000
Chicago Heights, IL
$2,999,998
$1,799,000
Weston, VT
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Pinal County, AZ
$4,190,000
Monterey, CA
$250,000
Palm Beach County, FL
$275,000
Phoenix, AZ
$165,000
Suffolk County, NY
$199,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Missouri
$1,300,000
Willimantic, CT
$149,500
Miami, FL
$20,145,000
Donn Meyerhoeffer
Cottonwood Commercial
Serving Harrisonburg County, VA
Cottonwood Commercial stands alone as western Virginia's largest and most comprehensive commercial real estate resource. We have grown to become the market leader because we have remained focused on client-centered commercial and investment real estate services. Our client's success has always been our top priority, and we continue to build value for our customers by approaching our work with integrity, knowledge, and insight. In addition to normally expected Commercial Real Estate services, we also offer Commercial Property Management, On-line Auctions, and Business Brokerage for our customers. We know that we cannot be successful unless our clients are also successful. Our goal is to build value for our customers by approaching our work with integrity, knowledge and original ideas. The diverse set of backgrounds, previous work experience, areas of focus and perspectives from the staff of realtors and brokers associated with Cottonwood Commercial enable us to provide commercial real estate services across the full spectrum of needs facing our clients. Cottonwood Commercial is involved in the majority of the commercial real estate and business transactions within both the Harrisonburg / Rockingham County and Staunton / Waynesboro / Augusta County multiple listing services. Currently, we are the largest commercial Real Estate firm between Roanoke and Winchester, serving clients in transactions throughout Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic.
Bergen County, NJ
$30,000
Henrico County, VA
$499,950
$595,000
Granby, CO
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Elkhart, IN
$1,200,000
Tuscola County, MI
$420,000
Alameda County, CA
$700,000
Cleveland, OH
$170,000
Marion County, OR
$349,000
Soperton, GA
$37,500
Saint Louis, MO
$160,000
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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