Minnesota
$365,000
Minnesota
$365,000
San Jose, CA
$65,000
Columbia, SC
$150,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Palacios, TX
$950,000
Lake Havasu City, AZ
$200,000
Naperville, IL
$127,950
Nassau County, NY
$129,000
Anderson County, TX
$55,000
North Carolina
$500,000
Astoria, NY
$340,000
Baltimore County, MD
$129,000
Clearwater, FL
$500,000
Palm Beach County, FL
$149,000
Tennessee
$329,000
Norfolk County, MA
$160,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Trinidad, CO
$750,000
BJ Delhamer
Insite Commercial Real Estate Advisors
Serving San Diego County, CA
Insight Commercial is a commercial real estate brokerage specializing in the bulk sale of operational child care centers and assisted living facilities. We offer a rare blend of business brokerage expertise and commercial real estate transaction acumen, allowing our clients to maximize the combined value of their business and property. Our primary focus is helping owners exit with confidence by delivering qualified buyers, seamless deal structures, and the highest possible price for both the enterprise and the underlying real estate. We understand the complexities of regulated industries, including licensing requirements, subsidy structures, and facility compliance, and we bring that knowledge to every transaction. Whether it's a single-site operation or a multi-location portfolio, we tailor the process to meet the specific needs of each owner while ensuring a smooth transition for staff, families, and residents. Our team has closed dozens of transactions across California and beyond, with an unmatched track record in presenting clean, professional listing packages that attract institutional and entrepreneurial buyers alike.
Tennessee
$174,000
Kent County, DE
$90,000
Suffolk County, NY
$165,000
Baltimore, MD
$8,450,000
Oakland County, MI
$275,000
Oakland County, MI
$275,000
Michigan
$599,000
Essex County, MA
$425,000
New York
$590,000
Shasta County, CA
$549,000
Boston, MA
$249,999
Northridge, CA
$80,000
Santa Cruz County, AZ
$425,000
Maricopa County, AZ
$80,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Scranton, PA
$6,395,000
Boston, MA
$3,750,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lancaster County, PA
$575,000
Chicago, IL
$350,000
New York, NY
$175,000
Dutchess County, NY
$175,000
Beaver County, PA
$750,000
Hamilton County, OH
$1,000,000
District of Columbia, DC
$550,000
Pennsylvania
$2,150,000
Queens County, NY
$110,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Worcester County, MA
$499,000
Great Barrington, MA
$375,000
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
Council Bluffs, IA
Cash Flow: $550,000
Philadelphia, PA
$990,000
Philadelphia, PA
$890,000
Howard County, MD
$599,000
Texas
Butte County, CA
$1,200,000
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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