Inflation and disgusting high price on property goodwill and Gasstation

2025 Update

How to buy good business

2025 Message Inflation and price changing its start happening after 2020 corona (Covid-19)

and year after Year getting worse

below picture gas station price was with property less then 100,000and now in January it was 149,000 and in February it is show up 159,0000 even kind of box and no business in small, tiny town where population is little, and it is hard to operate gas station convenient store.

city county raising tax

everything is out of control

law and amendment

no idea

but people to whatever they want to do

buying business is dangerous and some information fake show up in listing

cost of operation of store and your personal home expenses given you in trouble

you will be losing money if you do not know how to operate store and needs at list 150 customer inside then you can do business and if above then more you are lucky making money. May not be possible average 100 customers.

but in small town and small gas station six what you are going to sell it and flooded area also forest

small Gas station and needed to check for ordinary gas station need to check following

Ask realtor Agent or if sell by owner

Copy following

Survey

following information i needed

Suggest filling up form survey like yes/no and other whatsoever applying

( See the below few)

yes/No

Yes

Quantity

Not apply

Not Available

Unknown

I will be find out for you

Restricted

Unrestricted

Gas Pump

Gas Tank last Inspection and copy

or Environment later about gas tank condition (any leakage) in 2025

How old is gas tank

how many (Undergrounds Storage Tank)

Underground storage Tank gallon size

Canopy And signage

Last gas tank inspection date

city and county gas tank Restriction if any

If Any Air pressure pump available

Feature Help

oil & gas company doing delivery

( Not important at this movement But needed in feature) other vendor

Inside store Vendor list

city and county building zoning Restriction if any

Environmental Zoning Restriction If Any

Building Age

Land zoning code

Building Zoning code

Building SQ foot and land acreage

City county map (Picture)

Property Tax annually

Any Lien on property

Roof renovation

Any remodeling Done (proof of document or picture)

APN (parcel ID number)

Inside in store

what Equipment left inside

Electric related Equipment list

Refrigeration units

coller door

example:

walk in cooler Refrigerator or ice cream box, Pepsi cooler, coca cola cooler or any other brand name cooler

Any central AC or Heat in building

(the store doing heating in winter

example

(Lease gas tank or using personal tank)

Gondolas (Grocery Stocking Rack) Or shelving

Available

How many?

Cash Register And type of cash register

Security System

Inside sale and out side Gas ( fuel ) sale

(The year was closed and prior year sale)

year of closed month from January to end of year. month

prior Year ( Before closing) full 12-months sale report January to December

Maintenance and Repair require Inside Including electric and water sewer Line

Maintenance and Repair require outside electric and water

According to other maintenance requiring doing by city and county

Gas station Tank Owens by some one else or diffrent company ?

Realtor sent message when Gas tank own by third party means not a seller

some time Realtor reporting Message like follwing1) Again the property is being sold "as is".

2) County building and zoning should tell you what the property is zoned for and what the usages could be without you having the property rezoned Seller does not own the tanks.

3) Any taxes owed, if any, would be paid by the Seller at closing to give you clear title to the property.

Do following ask some question:

Requesting to fill out a Questionnaire and answer each one will be helping me much better understand the situation.

If the seller does not own the tank then the tank owner needs to remove it?

If I buy property, I don't need any mess related to property

make sure it's clear and I should know "who's the owner of the tank or who owns the tank ?

Why do they like to keep a tank in the ground?

Answer

why aren't they removing the tank ?

Answer

How long (month or Year) will they keep the tank inside on the ground ?

Answer:

When will the tank owner be going to remove the tank ?

Answer:

if a tank is in the ground during the time frame? Who's going to pay in tank taxes?

Answer:

Tank owner unpaid Tax information and paid tax information

Answer:

Tank owner Legal status of ownership and registration card and related documents

Answer:

Requesting all Above information updating in contractor need to be modified.

Answer:

Is any Zoning Restriction By city and county?

Done surveying

Online Gas Station purchasing product website

Local (USA) Domestic

International website

https://www.jayopetromachinery.com/essential-petrol-station-equipment.html

Gas Station Construction and Process Estimate

https://essremodel.com/gas-station-construction-process/

Gas tank Inspection

IF Gas tank own by Third party ?

The "Ghost Owner" Problem (Section 1 & 17)

The contract says the Seller doesn't own the tanks. This is a massive red flag.

The Risk: If the tanks leak, the state (ADEM) won't care who "owns" the metal; they will come after the landowner or Buyer because the contamination is on your dirt.
The "Lazy" County Factor: If the county records are a mess, Buyer might never find the "true" tank owner, leaving you 100% responsible for thousands in cleanup costs.

2. The "Indemnity" Trap (Section 6)

Look at the Inspections clause again. It says you agree to "indemnify, defend and hold Sellers and Brokers harmless."

What this means: If Buyer hires a guy to dig a test hole and a mechanical or construction person accidentally hits a line and causes a spill, Buyer has to pay for the Seller’s legal fees and the cleanup. You are protecting them before you even own the dirt.and buyer isn't responsible for paying extra money from wallet;

3. The Alabama "Innocent Landowner" Defense

To be protected under federal law (CERCLA), you must perform "All Appropriate Inquiries" before you buy.

If you don't do a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) now, Buyer loses your status as an "Innocent Landowner."
If the city/county is slow, they won't tell you about old leaks until it's too late. or they do not have any records

What "Correction" Looks Like

If Buyer want to move forward but stay safe, Buyer need to demand these three things

Issue	Necessary Correction
Tank Ownership	Demand a State Registration Certificate from ADEM showing the current registered owner of the USTs.
Environmental Risk	Do not waive the 30-day Inspection Period. Use that time to hire an independent environmental firm.
Liability	Add a simple sentence to Section 17: "Purchaser assumes no liability for any environmental contamination existing prior to the date of Closing."

1. Why the Cleanup Estimate is Huge

If those tanks were just sitting in dry dirt and leaked a little, the cleanup is "cheap" (digging up a few truckloads of dirt). But in Alabama, half of the drinking water comes from the ground.

The "Plume": If gas leaked 15 years ago, it wouldn't stay under the tank. It floats on top of the water table and spreads under the road, under the neighbor's house, or into the city's water lines.
The Cost: Pumping and treating contaminated groundwater for years is what costs $100,000 to $250,000. That is the "Worst Case Scenario."

2. The "Good News": The Alabama Tank Trust Fund

You don't have to pay that $250,000 yourself IF the site is eligible for the Alabama Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund.

The Deductible: In Alabama, if the site is in "substantial compliance," the owner only pays a $5,000 deductible per occurrence. The state fund pays the rest (up to $2 million).
The Trap: Since the store has been closed for 15 years, the Seller might have stopped paying the annual fees ($36/tank). If they stopped paying, the site loses eligibility.
Your Risk: If the site is "out of the fund," you are the one stuck with the $250,000 bill.

Comparison: Best Case vs. Worst Case

Step	Best Case (No Leak)	Worst Case (Major Leak)
Tank Removal	$10,000 (3 tanks)	$25,000 (Difficult excavation)
Soil Testing	$3,000 (Clean)	$8,000 (Confirmed hit)
Cleanup	$0	$250,000+
Who Pays?	seller	seller (if the fund is expired)

1. Why the Cleanup Estimate is Huge

If those tanks were just sitting in dry dirt and leaked a little, the cleanup is "cheap" (digging up a few truckloads of dirt). But in Alabama, half of the drinking water comes from the ground.

The "Plume": If gas leaked 15 years ago, it wouldn't stay under the tank. It floats on top of the water table and spreads under the road, under the neighbor's house, or into the city's water lines.
The Cost: Pumping and treating contaminated groundwater for years is what costs $100,000 to $250,000. That is the "Worst
Case Scenario."

2. The "Good News": The Alabama Tank Trust Fund

Buyer don't have to pay that $250,000 yourself IF the site is eligible for the Alabama Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund.

The Deductible: In Alabama, if the site is in "substantial compliance," the owner only pays a $5,000 deductible per occurrence. The state fund pays the rest (up to $2 million).
The Trap: Since the store has been closed for 15 years, the Seller might have stopped paying the annual fees ($36/tank). If they stopped paying, the site loses eligibility.
Your Risk: If the site is "out of the fund," Buyer are the one stuck with the $250,000 bill.

"Seller shall provide a Clean Closure Letter from ADEM prior to closing, OR the Purchase Price shall be reduced by the estimated cost of tank removal and a $50,000 environmental escrow."

so many gas station on main Road, but 1 gas station is alone far from town in country Road

do you think they can do business?

may be little but after paying all bill i believe "NO' why they close temporary?

electric could be about 1000 $

vender coming or not

fuels company got a contract or not?

environment issue pass in this location

Town Local Road and forest area and cross to road 1 more "shell" gas station it's look batter then this!!!

gas station price shows up in google 2.55 and shell price show up 2.51

who's going to unbranded name gas station?

why are price changed?

left message i am interested in town name or MS gas station property is for sell next day 10,000 increased and person calling me? act like he cannot hearing me

I told him, i am going to call back

Google map is old no idea few years ago they were taken satellite

but it's show up temporary close and need to find out why it's permanent closed in 2025 or 2024 or prior year

little bit far away roll with mouse using laptop and move in road direction and founded surprise closed Gas station is here

same town

same town ANOTHER GAS STATION

There are no gas pumps here, and it doesn't even seem like business.

do not getting in wrong one

your life and your day and your hard work is important do not waste your day in wrong things

https://www.google.com/local/imagery/report/?cb_client=maps_sv.tactile&image_key=!1e2!2s9EO0NyjxhPUYqFzdTaJiuw&hl=en&gl=us&cbp=1%2C12%2C%2C0%2C0

call city county

601-8847-1744

North Carolina

INFLATION HIGH

BUSINESS PRICE HIGH

Goodwill High

Property Selling Price High and Earning Less Profit!!!

Be Carefully with Tricks'

This Is not Applying To everyone AND EVERY BUSINESS

But Buy SMART before YOU ARE INVESTING YOUR hard WORK MONEY

here ASKING FOR partnerships?

50/50

they need 70,000

same town so many gas station not doing Business after covid 19

Many gas station sold in Auction

many Gasstation Shutdown

February 2025 Listing

Below Picture

What do you see it here?

Are you going to operating

how many hours are you going to operating?

how many people will be going to work in partnership?

how the money is you going to split with 2 parties

which employee will be going to present at store and do operation managements/?

Are you Going to Settle down contract as is like partner

why they need partner

how much are you going to earning after partnership?

after cost of net Gross profit and cost of operation paying all bill how much you are going to earn?

without partnership how much net profit current owner or operator earning each month?

so many question you need to ask them

if they not providing more information

think if I am not getting information means I cannot put my money in this business!

It seems like risk.

Check on above picture

what information do you need?

cash flow = Nondisclosed

EBITDA =NON-Disclosed

Gross Revenue = non-disclosed

FF&E = non-disclosed

Inventory $ 1

ask for inventory what they have it?

I believe you will find business is closed but they are trying to be operating with partnerships

Now how to find out business listing and if you do not want to visit personally

search in google mal maps.google.com

search box type gas station town name and state you will see all gas station in map

how to find listing gas station when they aren't providing any gas station name in list

next step

look for untimelier name in map and look far where green area in map and see how many Gastation located click one of each and see in map how gas station picture looks like?

they may have a old pump

may be 1 pump may be 2 pumps

this could be lowest goodwill gas station for you, and you have to find out in Map customer review if available

if not available then you need to search you self

in map after you click on gas station you will see pictures or map on map click on right corner + sign and zoom close to gas station and keep it in center after moving map

and once in center

you will see all gas station here

look for main road all gas station you will find Famouses name brand gas station

click on lower right-side map and you will see location

when you see red google dot and picture also you can click here to start find gas station in map move screen and find arrow on road and keep click on arrow it will moving satellite on area

look for how is area developed

check on road is any vehicle moving

left and right both side road what type of business

do not buy business because reason is less volume store if you find following things

On map your carouser hold point on gas station, and you will see picture of gas station you notice closed means they not doing any business in this location

screen shot taken on Sunday and they are closed

you have to check following

if you find farm area and few house

all are with trees means country farm or forest area

nearest are close area with some office or similar related item like bank, small, tiny business name city hall, small furniture shop, florist, church Realty office, salon, Barber shop studio, handy mart and ETC

mostly in town small business are closed on Saturday, Sunday

(mostly in some village they closed Saturday Sunday)

if any industrial area

any Closed business?

check in map like pharmacy example like CVS Walgreen or Etc.

look in parking lot how many cars parked

also find some private convenient store in map and see it how many cars in parking lot?

founded convenient store 1 car you have to guess the person running store or manager or owner

very next it is one more business on side

click on yellow human symbol man hold with left click on mouse and moved on map where gas station highlighted and relies button on mouse you will see gas station and road

Small town very little people and many home and business nearby but not enough traffic on road means people stay home and not going out for spending money

looks like it is ghost town

you can do business Monday to Friday

but it's good for family operate business means you sell you pay business bills and personal you are not taking home anything

what is most people do?

they do best picture in Google

when business doing good or busy, you will see some car in parking lot

then go for it and check satellite map above direction drop yellow human and check road and traffic?

one of gas station founded end in town edge last gas station in town.

I founded 3 cars in gas station parking lot other pictures some car nearby at main road and moving position shows up

how's gas station look like

it's CITGO

look for building how old is look like

(comment: if building is old doesn't means they not doing any business they may have a business here)

what i need to check here?

rolled satellite and about mile other side of road I saw 12 cars they are going in town

also, CITGO gas station and show up in back is grill mean inside cook they got some other income to operate business

Read public Review and it's show up 124 review 4.1 star

but this is exampling the business isn't for sell

still, you cannot find gas station

go back in map zoom out or zoom in and founded far from main road

ok, it's Sunoco

this business is down in 2025 in usa and most business founded in country road

if someone selling with goodwill this could be the one

lowest price Goodwill store couldn't be highways exit store so t's inside in town or end of town store

1163 Worth Ville Road

corner lot

check on both side of road direction

at w.o.w road its show up small truck park by store operator on front side

so, people can guess "yes" store open

but some reason they might be not doing that well

roll map on worthville road and you will see two vehicles at pump and one red truck park behind or onside parking lot vehicle is parked by operators.

google recorded in juloy2024

summertime it should be busy in gas station but nothing up here

Looks like country farm gas station and around area aren't developed

you can do business but not much

Suggestion:

your life and your work of day means times do not put it in wrong things or do not spend time where you cannot earn more money, or you are happy to pay your business and house bills.

What do you need to check before buying gas station

https://draft.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/preview/3380474541595756511/3571731630767126927

fillout disclaimer form with agent they will send you gross income and net profit information

stop by your choice gas station spend 4-5 hours at gas station parking lot or nearest cross street parking lot

check make sure if at least 25 customers visiting in gas station

follow above link step

and is match you are happy then pass a everything then you decided to sign up contract

Do not buy updated business like in mobile home and only 1 pump selling in 2025 for $149,000 with property

they are selling pizza inside in Module home or mobile home

Searching Gas station At CREXI website

search

https://www.crexi.com/properties?term=gas%20station&sort=Relevance&page=1&msockid=0b6134e669026e02143e217068156fa1

sometimes you will see it selling with property but once you call them and left message next day they will be changing information and 3 hours show up in picture means they change information

now they are looking for more money

be careful

look at below picture and i going to tell you when i searching other gas station

what happen here?

I called agent he said tank removed

i can see in picture

what about store
he said owner moved cross street

why?

also, he said in feature you can't installing tank

Looks like he owns it

when i asked for parcel number he said he will be sending to me i wait few minutes send message again can you send me an number

he reply "stay tune" and few more hours wait he never send it parcel number because he afraid to competition. because he said he open up other bigger gas station cross street

I requesting to do not bu this building when its close for 3 year and foreclosure

it's cost you money to fix several things

you can negotiate price to do so contact find out foreclosure tax appraisal value and negotiate with agent

I hope is work out or not

crexi 1 more listing information

property selling for $ 99,000

agent isnot replying to my voice call and text message

google search address

But google map recorded in August 2022 and show up exact 14244 number in map picture

Nothing is here

no building at all

grass but in middle of land you see it cement concrete plaster platform something was here

2-20-2025 it's show up not selling in the last 1038 days

Here is one sample of income and cost of operating bills after they are earning $ 5000 month

do you think about your personal house or apartment cost of living

your personal not listing here

Here is other calculation

goodwill they needed $150,000

for you can use lease for 10 years

10x12=120 month

if you negotiated with them and they will give you store may be $ 120,000

here it is 120,000/120=1000 paying each month for goodwill

they can earn or save net profit $5000 or 5303.000

calculating resident expenses or personal include so many things

5000 profits...

-1000 goodwill

=4000 left..........

-1500 rent apart

-0500 mortgage

-2000 personal...

0000000000000

you will not be getting anything?

your personal cost

do you think you can make little bit here, but you do not waste your life important times here

cost of buildup Gas station VIDEO

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3Ei4Sz-w04

Gas station List

you will find few Things here

Tripal Lease NNN

Introduction

Triple net lease (NNN) gas stations have gained popularity as attractive investment opportunities, offering the potential for steady income and minimal landlord responsibilities. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the world of NNN gas station commercial real estate investments, exploring how much they typically generate in Net Operating Income (NOI) and the typical initial investment required in the United States.

Understanding Triple Net Lease Gas Stations

Triple net lease gas stations are commercial properties where tenants, often large oil companies or established gas station operators, are responsible for covering most of the property’s operating expenses. These expenses typically include property taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs, leaving the property owner with a relatively passive income stream.

Net Operating Income (NOI) for Gas Stations

Net Operating Income (NOI) is a key metric that investors consider when evaluating the financial performance of NNN gas stations. NOI is the income generated from the property after deducting operating expenses but before accounting for mortgage payments, income taxes, or other financial obligations. The typical NOI for gas station NNN investments can vary significantly depending on various factors:

Location

Gas stations located in high-traffic, prime locations tend to generate higher NOI compared to those in less desirable areas.

Tenant Quality

The reputation and financial strength of the tenant can impact NOI. Established gas station operators or oil companies often provide reliable rental income.

Property Size and Facilities

The size of the gas station, the number of fuel pumps, convenience stores, car wash facilities, and additional services offered can influence NOI.

Market Conditions

Local market conditions, such as fuel pricing and competition, can impact gas station performance and, consequently, NOI.

On average, gas station NNN investments can generate an NOI ranging from $50,000 to $300,000 or more annually, depending on the factors mentioned above.

Typical Initial Investment

The initial investment required to acquire a triple net lease gas station can vary significantly based on location, property size, tenant quality, and market conditions. On average, investors should expect to make an initial investment ranging from $1 million to $5 million or more in the United States.

Factors that influence the initial investment include:

Property Location

Gas stations in prime, high-traffic locations often command a higher purchase price.

Property Size and Facilities

Larger gas stations with more amenities and services generally come with higher price tags.

Tenant Quality

Properties leased to well-established tenants or oil companies may require a higher initial investment.

Market Demand

Competitive markets and high-demand areas may drive up property prices.

It’s essential for investors to conduct thorough due diligence, work with experienced real estate professionals, and carefully evaluate the financials and potential returns of each gas station investment to determine its suitability for their investment portfolio.

Conclusion

Triple net lease gas stations offer investors the potential for stable income and minimal landlord responsibilities. The typical NOI for gas station NNN investments can vary based on location, tenant quality, lease terms, and other factors. Similarly, the initial investment required to acquire a gas station can range widely based on property characteristics and market conditions. As with any real estate investment, conducting thorough research and due diligence is crucial to making informed decisions and maximizing the returns on gas station NNN investments.

NOI Link And Learn

https://www.moodyscre.com/insights/cre-news/the-nuances-of-calculating-net-operating-income-noi/

https://www.financestrategists.com/wealth-management/financial-statements/net-operating-income/

EBITDA

EBITDA stands for Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization

https://www.arrowfishconsulting.com/gas-station-valuation/

& eleven TYPE gas station Franchise Store

Month February 2025 & lease expire June 2026

1 Year Lease Left they need a $75,000

Decide yourself Are you going to make $ 75,000 Minimum? Check picture

they will do more lease but if not then it's trouble

Buying gas station in USA

look for area city, crime and violation

some cities are worse

some cities are so cheap + no business in city and city suburb

i founded $1 for gas station means no goodwill but agent or realtor asking founder fee

it could be $10,00 and year after year they can raise for No reason

i founded Michigan gas station

Name " Eastpoint" search it was a Michigan city Detroit north Suburb

gas station businesses up temporary closed

Google satellite use nearby area so many businesses closed 2025, shock 2025, shock 2025, shock, auto shop, Barbar shop and private income tax office so many in business plaza

it's bad very bad in year 2025, shock

Ghost Town means no business and vehicle isn't moving on the road and its risk.

No Resident nearby. all dead business

Fake information About Business

Fake Information listed

26000 business and 12,000 profit and after paying Rent $ 8000 Net profit?

who's going to pay other business bills?

Screen shot

screen shot End

do not stuck in wrong things!!!

$1 Goodwill store

$ 20,000 Aquisition fee listed business is Risk

Why the people doing wrong things

$1 Goodwill and business shows up in Google map message

temporary closed

agent or realtor never mention at web site but very well message posting online it's attractive message

following message

For sale: A well-established gas station in the City of Eastpointe, featuring both the real estate and the business. This property is located on one of the busiest, high-traffic roads in Macomb County, in a desirable neighborhood with a steady flow of customers. The station includes a leased oil change shop with a solid three-year lease, providing reliable rental income. Additionally, the business holds a beer, wine, and lottery license, adding multiple revenue streams. With strong existing operations and significant growth potential, this opportunity is perfect for a new owner ready to take it to the next level.

Investment Highlights

Address given by Realtor or posted online was wrong it is show up resident area

followed by (show up in crexi wrong address)

Macomb Avenue, Eastpointe, MI 48021

https://www.crexi.com/properties/1793118/michigan-marathon-gas-stations

Mention on top of message Resident Area helping business but not in small Tiny Town and if any Dollar Ge=naral store close to you you can see in picture right side top corner

Dollar Store

and business not doing any business means shut down business

If here Gas station Doing renovation and looks good they can do business building show up construction 1969 and it's looks too old

Realtor

https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1900-Clarksville-St_Paris_TX_75460_M95682-20580

Zillow

https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1900-Clarksville-St_Paris_TX_75460_M95682-20580

Other search populations

Paris is a city located in Lamar County Texas. Paris has a 2024 population of 25,123. It is also the county seat of Lamar County. Paris is currently growing at a rate of 0.62% annually and its population has increased by 2.52% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 24,505 in 2020.

The average household income in Paris is $59,267 with a poverty rate of 25.81%. The median age in Paris is 36.4 years: 32.8 years for males, and 39.7 years for females.

look it this one

store condition its worse inside but still they are looking for Goodwill and $4500 rent when it's high compared to other in year 2025

above business for lease

founded $300,000 business but they told me it's going in package

.
there is no information above message show up gas station selling with package with 3 different properties.

the man i called and talk he is getting nerves and confuse when they founded

worse English speaker person calling they are in another world, and it's taken more time in conversation then expecting

face book recording Link https://www.facebook.com/100089199774057/videos/pcb.637814859201834/980374656968445

man was talking about all below picture all 3 business selling together screen shot

screen shot end

property may be worth 26,000 but they are selling for $ 199,000

and it's in worse condition

No Canopy

Not Sure About Gas tank inside bit look at the link at LoopNet https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/1994-Highway-55-E-Falkville-AL/20494075/

People Beleive it someone going to pay money for junk so they can get rich

no way

picture is wrong

Address could be wrong

google map match 2422 Highway 55 East

Next Texas Property

$ 375,000 price mark up and it is high

many gas station like above are selling for $ 199,000

why this one so high price

` sq IS ABOUT 3000 FOOT

https://www.google.com/maps/@32.089134,-96.4560397,3a,75y,242.92h,85.88t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1s6tTnKI3gDhRNi864B75-3Q!2e0!6shttps:%2F%2Fstreetviewpixels-pa.googleapis.com%2Fv1%2Fthumbnail%3Fcb_client%3Dmaps_sv.tactile%26w%3D900%26h%3D600%26pitch%3D4.123842979567925%26panoid%3D6tTnKI3gDhRNi864B75-3Q%26yaw%3D242.9157791378393!7i16384!8i8192?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDIyNi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

Vacant gas station South Carolina

$850000

Busy Area is developed but some area looks quite and like Ghost town in year 2000

2025 vehicle flowing on road

Zillow 2025 price on Highway land is above 100K

other search at crexi Texas gas station in small town and resident area with 1 million

Brookside Village TX

Are you fill like Rubery

extremely high price mark up

Cost of Building Gas station by 1 of website

https://costhack.com/cost-to-build-a-gas-station/

Colorado Company Estimate

https://essremodel.com/gas-station-construction-costs/

Construct Idea

some steel need as at gas station google search

some company they were Estimated high you have to find your own

https://www.steel-building-quotes.com/

Cost to build Gas station

https://www.petrocalassociates.com/blog/cost-to-build-a-gas-station

other

https://www.olympiabuildings.com/

Cost Building and finance

https://www.procore.com/sem/construction-financial-management-software?

Gas Station Equipment seller

https://www.jmesales.com/service-station-c-store-equipment/?
Construction Project Lead software

https://www.constructconnect.com/construction-project-leads-msft?

estimate

https://sharpsheets.io/blog/convenience-store-costs-examples/#Other_Site_Development_Costs

Gas tank website

Double wall

Delta Tank

https://www.deltatank.com/product/10000-gallon-double-wall-tank/

https://www.tank-mart.com/10000-gallon-double-wall-tank/

Gas station and tank loading and unloading video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_SXeRJLoyc&t=268s

Gas station Pump construction process video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_SXeRJLoyc&t=268s

Construction and gas tank

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Business income and Expense by gas station

Example:

Income: Monthly
Gasoline 6600 (margin 0.3)
grocery 5250 (margin 35%)
ATM 100
ATM bitcoin 300
Lottery 950
U-Haul 100
Food truck 1070
Smook shop 1500
Car Wash 500
Slot. 1500
17,870 total

Expenses

rent p. tax included 6900
Utility 1500
insurance 220
Fee Credit Card 1500
Maintain 400
Payroll 2000
Permit 150
12670 total expenses

Net profit of $5,200 Monthly

Price Keep falling since in few month

3-25-2025 it was $30,000

3-26-2025 it was $ 29,575

Only 2 pump

3-26-2025 price drop and new price $29,200

$ drop and now $24.500 0n 4-8-2025

Price drops down

Undevlopped Area

country Farm Road

Again

North Carolina

Is land value is so High, or they are asking for more money

land value 99,900

Old Building picture and Building was removed

Only selling land

No Pump And Only Building

How many Months or How many Years they are closed?

price marked 220,000

Georgia Gas station Pump Taken out

72,000

and now 69,000

Do not stuck in wrong

Gaas stank inside in grown may worn out and rusty or leaking or not in good shape and need to be replacing by county environment

gas tank 10000-gallon cost new 45,000 to 57,000 and need a 2 so both side pump with 4 canopy pumps in small space

Country Farm area Talladega Alabama

Crexi $ 585,000

it's not worth it in year 2025

https://www.crexi.com/properties/1833886/alabama-3877-renfroe-rd

Gas Station with Property In Florida

NO idea about Black building

it's not worth the land price $299,000 in year 2025

https://www.crexi.com/properties/762920/florida-5509-hwy-231-highway

Many Businesses Selling Because Agent Are not working properly, or they are ot responding to consumer

Gas station show up more than 700 on website

sold or not sold if's does not show up but agent listed person not responding to you means? no idea

MESSAGE

So, you still call today and have done so in the past, then in its Google. Response Message Google service, there is no response from the agent, as if they are not working. It has been over 700 days. So it could be that those people do not want to sell the gas station, or they have listed it incorrectly. They are not responding to your voice message. It has been 700 days, and the gas station is not selling.\

ChatGPT

Which USA state are doing excellent gas station cash flow business or included. It name ?

This question is not factually coherent or clear. Gas station cash flow can vary based on location, demand, competition, and various other factors. There isn't a specific state that universally does excellent gas station cash flow business. Each state may have certain areas or regions where gas stations thrive due to various reasons.

Year 2025 information

Search gas ( fuel) tax 7 State

7 state are busy and earning. High cash flow according to search

ChatGPT

You said:

Which state are best to doing high cash flow business for a gas station

ChatGPT said:

When considering the best states to run a high cash flow gas station business, you want to look at states that combine:

High vehicle traffic (urban and highway)

Low to moderate competition

Favorable tax and regulatory environments

Lower fuel taxes (to retain better profit margins)

Reasonable property costs (if buying)

🔝 Top States for High Cash Flow Gas Station Business

1. Texas

Pros: Low taxes, large highway system, major cities with dense traffic (Houston, Dallas, San Antonio), lots of truck and commuter traffic.

Fuel tax: 20¢/gal (below national average).

Bonus: Fewer regulatory hurdles and relatively low property prices in many areas.

2. Florida

Pros: High tourism and local traffic, strong year-round demand, no state income tax.

Fuel tax: Slightly higher (about 34¢/gal) but offset by volume.

Best Areas: Orlando, Miami suburbs, I-95 and I-75 corridors.

3. Georgia

Pros: Atlanta’s heavy traffic, growing population, good margins in suburban and rural areas.

Fuel tax: About 31¢/gal.

Bonus: Relatively low cost of entry outside major metro.

4. Tennessee

Pros: Moderate fuel taxes, good highway system, low cost of doing business.

Fuel tax: 27.4¢/gal.

Best Areas: Nashville suburbs, I-40/I-24/I-65 corridor towns.

5. Nevada

Pros: Low competition in rural areas, high I-15/I-80 traffic, no state income tax.

Fuel tax: Around 24¢/gal (moderate).

Best Areas: Las Vegas outskirts, highway stops between CA and UT.

6. Arizona

Pros: Expanding cities, long stretches of highways ideal for gas stations with convenience stores.

Fuel tax: 18¢/gal (very low).

Best Areas: Phoenix suburbs, I-10 and I-40 routes.

7. North Carolina

Pros: Rapid growth, relatively low property prices, high traffic areas especially in Charlotte, Raleigh.

Fuel tax: About 38¢/gal (on the higher side but stable margins).

Key Metrics for High Cash Flow Stations:

High gallons sold (e.g., 100k+ per month)

Strong convenience store sales (c-store margins are higher than fuel)

Multiple revenue streams (e.g., car wash, repair shop, food franchise)

Low operating costs (labor, rent, taxes)

Search less then million

North Carolina

ChatGPT

You said:

Chartgpt providing false information about low cost gas station property in North C

arolina their no gas station under 1,000,000

ChatGPT said:

Absolutely—there are gas station properties in North Carolina listed for well under $1 million. Here are several recent examples:

✅ Under $1M Listings

Yanceyville (tenant‑occupied)

Gas station property with real estate, lease through mid‑2033. Listed at $475,000

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Eden, NC

Convenience store plus gas station with real estate, asking $629,000 .

Candor, NC (Turnkey)

Recently renovated convenience store and gas station, listed between $100K–250K

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Norwood, NC

C‑store and gas station, similar low‑budget listing at $25,000

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Matthews (Charlotte area)

Branded station with convenience store & smoke shop, business listed at $339,000 (real estate separately at $1.7M)

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⚠️ Important Considerations

Reddit discussions from commercial real estate forums highlight key risks when buying gas station properties:

“Cheap because the market has passed judgement” — potential hidden issues

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“Tank age… plan to spend $500 k or more depending on tank size… Phase II reports…$20 k typical”

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Many posts stress due diligence—look into environmental assessments (especially underground storage tanks), fuel contracts, and overall store operations

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🧭 Next Steps

Target Listings: Yanceyville and Eden are strong contenders well under $1M.

Evaluate Conditions: Confirm whether the sale includes real estate or just the business.

Investigate Tanks & Contracts: Order Phase I/II environmental reports and review any fuel supply agreements.

Perform Financial & Operational Review: Analyze store revenue, lease terms, and site history before proceeding.

🔍 Bottom Line

Contrary to the notion that there are no gas station properties under $1 million in North Carolina, there are multiple viable options. Your next move should be focused on due diligence—especially environmental and contractual—to ensure the deal truly fits your budget and risk tolerance.

Let me know if you'd like help reviewing one of these listings, digging into environmental risk factors, or finding broker contact info!

What to learn before buying gas station on main road or on highway exit

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ChatGPT

You said:

I would like best location to build gas station commercial lands less on then $ 10,000

ChatGPT said:

Thought for 25s

Short answer: with a land budget “≤ $10,000,” there isn’t a truly viable place to buy properly located, commercially usable land for a new gas station in the U.S. Even tiny rural parcels near highways with the right access, utilities, and zoning (or the ability to get it) almost always cost far more. And land is the cheap part—new-build stations typically run $1–2+ million all-in before opening.

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That said, here are the practical paths that can work at your budget:

Ground-lease instead of buying land

Many stations are built on ground leases (you lease the corner; you build/operate the station). “Site acquisition” cost can be $0 if you lease rather than buy, shifting your $10k toward due diligence and permitting.

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Look just outside city limits (permissive land-use), but still do full fuel permits

In parts of Texas and other unincorporated areas, land-use controls are lighter (counties often have limited zoning authority), but you still must meet federal/state fuel-tank rules, access/driveway permits, drainage/flood rules, etc. Don’t pick flood-prone land even if it’s cheap.

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Acquire/lease an existing station site (even closed)—with extreme caution

Taking over an old station can reduce sitework and access hurdles, but you may inherit underground storage tank (UST) liabilities. Cleanups average ~$154,000 per site and can go far higher. Always do a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment and UST compliance checks before signing.

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If you still want to buy land ≤$10k

Parcels in this price range are typically (a) far from highway traffic, (b) residentially zoned, (c) without utilities, or (d) in flood/terrain constraints—i.e., not suitable for a profitable gas station. Listings exist (e.g., rural MI/AR/NM/OK/AZ), but they’re rarely zoned/located for fuel retail. Expect substantial time and money to rezone, add access/turn lanes, bring utilities, and meet fire code—often impossible or uneconomic.

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What I recommend (action plan)

Switch goal to a ground lease on a visible corner (state highway or busy arterial). Start with owners of aging convenience stores, RV parks, or truck stops; propose a long-term land lease.

Budget for compliance & due diligence first:

• Phase I ESA + records review (protects you under CERCLA if done right).

• Confirm UST/AST path with regulators (EPA UST or SPCC for above-ground).

• Verify driveway permits/traffic counts and fire code requirements.

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If you want, tell me your target state(s)/corridor (e.g., I-77 WV, US-281 TX, I-40 NM) and I’ll pull current corners with active traffic, permissive land-use, and owners open to ground leases—then we can contact owners with a simple Letter of Intent.

If you’re set on owning land ≤$10k, I can still hunt for outliers (tax auctions, distressed corners, or tiny parcels adjacent to an existing store willing to grant access), but please know it’s a long shot for a new-build fuel site.

high price and undevlope ttown means small town

$ 400,000 selling price

market value 343,600

Above Listing South Carolina 2026

Gas station Purchaseing Disclosure

Tax and Lien:

seller responsibility the salary is responsible for paying all outstanding taxes including federal state city and county tax or any other debt related to liens as well as any liens against the business including Equipment gas tank and property taxes, underground gas tank

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