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Thriving Bookstore Opportunity in Montana

MT

Retail

Thriving Bookstore Opportunity in Montana

Asking price

$425,000

Cash flow (TTM)

$146K

Reported by seller

Revenue (TTM)

$656K

Reported by seller

Inventory

Private

Released after NDA

EBITDA (TTM)

Private

Released after NDA

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The narrative

A look inside Thriving Bookstore Opportunity in Montana.

This is a unique chance to take over the sole bookstore in a vibrant mountain resort area of Montana, situated about an hour away from the nearest competition. The business is not only profitable but also expanding, with established systems in place for a smooth transition to a new owner. The store, located on a bustling Main Street, has generated $656,478 in revenue over the past year, yielding $146,215 in discretionary earnings and maintaining a healthy gross margin of nearly 49%. Operated by two owners alongside one full-time and one part-time staff member, the inventory includes around 8,000 carefully selected titles, with 98% returnable to publishers. A selection of 250 popular titles, each with proven sales, is included. The asking price is $425,000, plus approximately $70,000 for inventory, all cash. The real estate is also available for lease or purchase. There is considerable potential for growth through online sales, author events, and marketing strategies. Training will be provided for two to four weeks to ensure a seamless handover.

The fine print

Detailed information.

IndustryRetail
Employees2
Real estateLeased
Reason for sellingOwners moving on to a new venture.
Year established2022
FF&E$50,000
Contact number
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Location not disclosed

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Asking price

$425,000

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