Business is a hardware store in a small town serving contractors and home owners. Sales run in the $380,000 range. Product inventory includes a full range of typical building, paint and lawn care products. Inventory of $200,000 at seller cost is included in the sale price. Owner has a loyal following who rely on the proximity of the store and the service he provides in spite of the major building retailers within 5 miles of his business. The setting is an attractive strip mall also including a food market. This business will be interesting to a tradesman with experience in building hardware to assist contractors and home owners with their needs because of his skills in giving advice. In addition, a retired professional coming from the business or legal community who is set financially, is looking to stay active in business and has always wanted to run a hardware store. The country setting and friendly atmosphere of the community will be an interesting change of pace for him.