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Remaining term, renewal options, rent escalations, and assignment rights can make or break a retail deal. A great store with a weak or non-transferable lease is a problem you inherit.
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An established specialty retailer and distributor located in the Greater Mpls/St. Paul Metro serving individuals with functional accessibility needs is seeking a buyer as part of a planned retirement transition. The business has operated successfully for many years and has built a strong reputation for knowledgeable service and trusted product guidance to a loyal and growing customer base. The company offers a portfolio of assistive and adaptive products designed to help individuals maintain independence in daily life. Through a combination of retail and e-commerce, the business serves customers locally and nationally.

Investment Opportunity (Value-Add On) Market Place (Big Lake MN) Built for over $4.5M. Sale price $1.3M! Present cap rate 6.6. Proforma Cap rate 8.3 3 Unit Retail - Real Estate + Gas Station, Convenience Store, Car Wash Business For Sale. Absentee Owner is motivated. $1.3M for everything including equipment and buildout. Very competitive pricing with a motivated Seller. Over $4.5MM invested in the land and real estate. Built in 2007 with excellent value-add opportunity. 3 unit retail building consists of: 5,327 SF Gas Station/Convenience Store (leased at $4500/mo NNN), 2,635 SF Restaurant leased to an Asian Fusion Restaurant (leased for $2700 NNN and a vacant retail storefront available for lease or for one or two others businesses (laundromat, smoke shop, etc.) 2,376 SF. Total building: 10,338 SF + 2,190 SF 2 Bay Car Wash = 12,528 Total SF. Yearly estimated Lease is ($21,600 NNN). Remodeled recently with over $400k invested in new pumps, building, signage, and new Minnoco flag (previously Mobil). New owner can utilize any gas/oil company they prefer. Do not disturb business – all tours through listing broker. Contact broker for financials and additional information. Developed By: RJ Ryan Construction, ENL, Inc., James R. Hill, Inc., Lampert Architects, EXXON Mobil, YUM Brands, Croix Oil, Specialty Equipment, Pump & Meter. NEW DEVELOPMENT: Newly residential homes are being developed adjacent to the property. FACILITY: Corner Lot, Freeway Visibility, Pylon Sign, Restaurant, Security System, Signage, Drive Thru, Air Conditioning. Storefront Retail/Office - 12,528 SF Year Built 2007 2.24 Acres Zoning Parking Opportunity Zone B-3 Parking 81 Spaces (6.47 Spaces per 1,000 SF Leased) Frontage 254 FT on US-Highway 10 If interested contact Jim Evavold with Opportunities In Business @952-994-6435.
National transaction benchmarks for retail business businesses.
Under $500K
$500K to $2M
Over $2M
A variety of factors can cause businesses to trade outside this range, including earnings quality, operational transferability, key-person risk, growth trajectory, and geography, so a listing priced above or below the typical multiple usually reflects real differences in the underlying business.
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Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating retail business acquisitions.
Remaining term, renewal options, rent escalations, and assignment rights can make or break a retail deal. A great store with a weak or non-transferable lease is a problem you inherit.
Establish what inventory is included, how it is valued, and how much is dead or seasonal stock. Inventory is often a large and negotiable part of the price.
Reconcile point-of-sale data against bank deposits and tax returns. Understand gross margin by category and how discounting affects it.
Location quality, nearby anchors, and parking drive walk-in revenue. Visit at different times and check that the trade area still supports the business.
Exclusive brands, supplier credit, and minimum order sizes affect both margin and risk. Make sure those relationships transfer to a new owner.
Owner-run stores often lean on the owner relationships and hours. Understand staffing, turnover, and what it costs to operate without the seller.
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