Retail Business Advisory
Brick-and-mortar retail, e-commerce, franchises, and consumer goods businesses.
Valuation (SDE)
1.5x–3.5x
Valuation (EBITDA)
3.0x–6.0x
Typical Exit Timeline
6–12 months typical
Key Valuation Drivers
California-Specific Considerations
- !Commercial lease transferability requirements
- !California consumer privacy (CCPA) compliance
- !Sales tax collection obligations
- !Franchise Investment Law (if franchised)
Common Entity Structure
LLC or S-Corp. Compare entity structures for your specific income →
Tools for Retail Business Owners
What Is My Retail Business Worth?
Pre-loaded with retail industry multiples
CalculatorEntity Structure Tax Comparison
Common structure: LLC or S-Corp
ChecklistExit Readiness Checklist
33 factors — financial, operational, legal, personal
CalculatorPartner Buyout Estimator
Four buyout structures with after-tax analysis
Retail-Specific Guides
Best Business Structure for Retail Companies in California
Choosing the right business structure for your California retail company impacts taxes, liability, and exit strategy. Compare LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp, and Sole Prop with specific California costs and income thresholds.
How to Sell a Retail Business in California: A Step-by-Step Guide
Selling a retail business in California? Learn about valuation, preparation, deal structure, finding buyers, due diligence, and post-sale considerations. Specific advice from Dennis Duitch, MBA, CPA.
Common Situations for Retail Owners
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Dennis Duitch has advised retail business owners on exits, tax strategy, partner disputes, and succession for over 30 years — including firms acquired by CBIZ, restructured for sale, and transitioned to next-generation leadership.
MBA, Northwestern University · CPA · Certified Business Appraiser · Mediator · 30+ years of practice