Grand Rapids, MI
$69,000
Grand Rapids, MI
$69,000
Colorado
$2,350,000
Mobile, AL
$599,000
Brooklyn, NY
$375,000
Pinellas County, FL
$750,000
San Francisco, CA
$48,500
Essex, MD
$120,000
Panama City, FL
$200,000
Lindenhurst, NY
$210,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Pontiac, MI
$1,200,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Milan, GA
$199,000
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
$1,200,000
Southwest Ontario, ON
$295,000
Durham Region, ON
$549,000
Illinois
$249,000
Greenville County, SC
$150,000
Alan Mehrez
United Realty Group
Serving Broward County, FL
Alan Mehrez, a Graduate of UCLA and Harvard Law School, heads BUSINESS TEAM USA at UNITED REALTY GROUP with 19 locations in Florida and 4000 + Agents- Alan is the #1 Business Broker at UNITED REALTY GROUP, he is also recognized as one of the Top Business Brokers Globally and was Awarded IBBA's Chairman's Platinum Circle Award which is only given to 63 Business Brokers out of over 3,000 World Wide Members. Alan also received the BBF Deal Makers Award in Florida given to only 50 Business Brokers out of 1100+ Members. Alan also had the honor of receiving the #1 Co-Broker Award in South Florida. In addition Alan is a Member of the M&A Source a small group of M&A Advisors that meet once a year. Alan has tremendous background in business having served as a Vice President of a Fortune 500 Securities firm for nearly a decade and then going on to create his own Boutique Brokerage firm that was an affiliate of a company wholly owned by Conagra. Alan has also been partners in and helped launch many businesses including an Entertainment company with several hundred employees, a Beauty Salon Chain with over 100 Staff members in South Florida, a Dry Cleaning Chain in South Florida, in addition Alan launched many web based businesses including a streaming Movie Channel. Alan also helped launch as successful Home Care Business, among many others. He also worked as a consultant helping many clients with business operations and creating business plans. BUSINESS TEAM USA helps people buy and sell any business throughout Florida. The Website is: www.Businessteamusa.com
Van Nuys, CA
$99,000
Myrtle Beach, SC
$135,000
Davis, CA
$225,000
Texas
$150,000
Dallas County, TX
$199,000
Miami, FL
$400,000
Eight Mile, AL
$100,000
Lexington, NJ
$167,900
Broward County, FL
$2,500,000
Catawba County, NC
$299,000
Ventura, CA
$549,000
Collier County, FL
$400,000
Miami, FL
$170,000
Eastham, MA
$950,000
Harris County, TX
$114,700
Manchester, NH
$230,225
Yellowstone County, MT
$80,000
Scottsdale, AZ
$85,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Eastman, GA
$199,000
Cook County, IL
$90,000
King County, WA
$550,000
San Francisco, CA
$368,000
San Antonio, TX
$500,000
El Paso, TX
$85,000
Louisiana
$240,000
Fresno County, CA
$775,000
Pittsburgh, PA
$160,000
Daniel Pedroza, CCIM
Military City Property Management
Serving Bexar County, TX
Thinking about selling your business or commercial property? You need the right expert on your side. At Military City Property Management LLC, we specialize in guiding business owners through the sale of both their business and the real estate that supports it—a rare combination in today’s market. Most business brokers aren’t licensed to sell commercial real estate, and most commercial real estate agents don’t know how to evaluate or sell a business. We do both. We offer a full-service approach designed to maximize your return and simplify the process. From valuation to marketing, deal structure to closing—we walk with you every step of the way. Schedule a free consultation today. We'll walk you through the process, answer your questions, and help you understand your options. Topics we’ll gladly discuss: What is the step-by-step process for selling my business? When is the right time to sell? How much is my business worth? How will my business and/or property be marketed? Can I use a 1031 exchange to defer taxes? What does a business valuation cost? Are buyers able to get financing? What is my commercial property worth? (Ask us for a free Broker Price Opinion) Whether you're planning to sell soon or just starting to explore your options, we’re here to help you make informed, confident decisions.
Thousand Oaks, CA
$250,000
Fernandina Beach, FL
$800,000
Jacksonville, FL
$850,000
Hugo, CO
$170,000
Sonora, CA
$199,000
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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