Established Turnkey Technical Document Bookstore And Website For Sale

Business description

Check out this recently listed bookstore that supplies professionals and non-professionals alike with Books, Codes, Standards, Specifications, Professional Publications, Coding Specifications, Standards, etc. If someone needs a technical publication, it can be found here. Oil industry related, engineering, electrical, construction, computer, business, etc. This business was started in 1946, but bought by the current owner in 1980. Being in Downtown Houston, it is perfectly located near the ship channel, oil center and industrial areas. Website currently accounts for 25% of income, with 25% from mail order and 25% corporate sales and 25% walk-in trade. Customers are in US, Can, Mex, Eur and Far East. We are looking for serious interest with serious financial capability. A turn-key business! Fully stocked and staffed with loyal, trained and knowledgeable employees.

Property information

Lease terms:

12,000 sq ft. Rent is $6700/month. 3 years left on lease. 3,000 sq ft leased out for $4000/month plus utilities.

Location:

Awesome Downtown Houston location. Rents parking lot for employees. Street parking for walk-in customers.

Other information

Expansion potential:

Growth and Expansion: Increase spending on internet marketing. Expand website. Market to corporate purchasing agents.

Competition / Market:

Competition: No retail competition in the SW.

Support & training:

Owner is willing to fully train.

Reasons for selling:

Owner wishes to retire.

Trading hours:

Mon thru Sat

Furniture / Fixtures value:

$100,000 (included in the asking price)

Inventory / Stock value:

$888,000 (included in the asking price)