Company history/background
Have you always wanted to start a business in a village where people know each other and where a shop is still a real part of daily life? A great opportunity is becoming available in Nieuwleusen, Overijssel: the bookstore in Nieuwleusen is up for sale to a new entrepreneur.
This shop has been a familiar address for many residents of the village for years. Customers drop in for a new book, a magazine, a birthday card, or to pick up a package. It is precisely this combination of products and services that makes the shop a lively meeting place in the center. The current owner has deliberately built a shop where everyone feels welcome – from regulars to new faces – and that is palpable on the shop floor.
Company activities
About the store
The shop is situated in a prominent location on the Grote Markt, right in the village centre. Various local shops and amenities are located in the immediate vicinity, ensuring a constant stream of visitors.
With a sales floor area of approximately 165 m², the store offers space for a complete range of books, magazines, greeting cards, office supplies, and gift products. Service points such as parcel services and lottery games generate additional traffic and returning customers. The store has a turnover of over 1 million euros, thereby forming a strong foundation for an entrepreneur who wishes to engage with the local community.
In addition, the store holds a strong position in the local market. There is close contact with schools, which turn to the store for teaching materials and to replenish school libraries. Local businesses are also increasingly using the store for office supplies, which generates additional revenue and strengthens ties with the local business community.
Unique selling points
Strong formula
The store is affiliated with a franchise formula that offers extensive support but also provides freedom for individual or local implementation.
About Nieuwleusen
Nieuwleusen is an active and growing village in the municipality of Dalfsen, situated between Zwolle and Ommen. The village has approximately 10,000 inhabitants and a strong community life with many sports clubs, schools, and local initiatives. The village will continue to grow in the coming years, with plans for hundreds of new homes, leading to a further increase in the number of residents and potential customers. This village mentality is clearly reflected in the shopping center. Residents enjoy shopping close to home and appreciate personal contact. For an entrepreneur, this means a loyal customer base and many familiar faces in the store.
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