Cedar Falls, IA
Established Cedar Falls liquor store operating since 1984. Fully absentee-run business with strong and consistent annual sales between $1.35M–$1.45M since 2021. Located at 2728 Center St, Cedar Falls,...
Cash Flow: $299,999
Cedar Falls, IA
Established Cedar Falls liquor store operating since 1984. Fully absentee-run business with strong and consistent annual sales between $1.35M–$1.45M since 2021. Located at 2728 Center St, Cedar Falls,...
Cash Flow: $299,999
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Grimes, IA
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Marion, IA
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Cerro Gordo County, IA
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Fayette County, IA
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Fayette County, IA
Branded gas station doing 110000 inside sales and 10000 gallons per month . Other income 2000 per month . Full liquor . 6 gaming machines. Call for more information....
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Muscatine County, IA
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Urbandale, IA
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Chrystal Bell
Aspen Business Consultants
Serving Polk County, IA
Business ownership is one of the most powerful ways to create financial independence, long-term wealth, and control over your professional future. My role is to help entrepreneurs evaluate, acquire, and grow the right business opportunity with clarity and confidence. Through Aspen Business Consultants, I work with individuals and investors who are exploring business ownership for the first time, expanding their portfolio, or transitioning from corporate careers into entrepreneurship. Rather than pushing a transaction, my approach focuses on understanding each client’s goals, strengths, financial position, and lifestyle priorities to identify businesses that truly fit. I assist buyers throughout the entire acquisition process, including evaluating opportunities, understanding financial performance, reviewing key metrics, assessing risk, and navigating due diligence. My goal is to help clients make informed decisions based on real data, not just excitement about an opportunity. Many buyers underestimate the complexity of purchasing a business. There are operational systems to evaluate, financial structures to understand, teams to lead, and growth opportunities to assess. Having the right guidance can make the difference between simply buying a job and acquiring a business that can grow and scale over time. Whether you are looking for an owner-operator opportunity, a semi-absentee investment, or a platform for long-term expansion, I help simplify the process and provide strategic guidance every step of the way. Business ownership is not a one-size-fits-all journey. The right business should align with your skills, financial goals, and long-term vision—and finding that alignment is where the real work begins.
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| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) |
|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 17 |
| Asking Price | $500,000 |
| Reported Revenue | $1,244,638 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $140,081 |
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $215,000 | $500,000 | $875,000 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Retail Businesses for sale in Iowa.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $711,332 | $63,906 |
| Median | $1,244,638 | $140,081 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,535,434 | $250,000 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Retail Businesses listed for sale in Iowa.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.22 | 2.53 |
| Median | 0.55 | 3.90 |
| Upper Quartile | 0.81 | 6.04 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Retail Business in Iowa?
The median asking price for an established Retail Business in Iowa is $500,000, though prices range from under $215,000 to well over $875,000.
How much do Retail Businesses owners in Iowa earn?
The median reported revenue of Retail Businesses in Iowa is $1,244,638 and owners earn a median of $140,081, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Retail Business?
Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Retail Businesses in Iowa, revenue multiples range from 0.22 to 0.81, with a median of 0.55. Earning multiples range from 2.53 to 6.04, with the median at 3.90. This means the typical Retail Business in Iowa may ask for around 0.55 times its annual revenue, and 3.90 times its annual owner earnings.
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