Contra Costa County, CA
$100,000

Contra Costa County, CA
$100,000

Northridge, CA
$300,000
San Francisco, CA
$150,000

Hermosa Beach, CA
$300,000
Pleasanton, CA
$645,000
Carson, CA
$995,000
Hollywood, CA
$725,000
Solano County, CA
$599,000
Roseville, CA
$199,000
Riverside County, CA
$398,000
Los Angeles, CA
$1,699,000
Fresno, CA
$80,000
Corona, CA
$489,888
San Francisco County, CA
$150,000
Orange, CA
$1,200,000
Santa Monica, CA
$425,000
Jane Castro
First Choice Business Brokers San Diego University City
Serving San Diego County, CA
Founded in 1994, First Choice Business Brokers has accelerated to become one of the largest Business Sales Organizations in the United States. Our Mission is to build a team of specialists; Business Brokers that assist entrepreneurial minded people to buy or sell their business, providing them with the lifestyle they've always wanted. The buying or selling of a business should never be compared to the purchasing or selling of a home. You deserve experienced, licensed professionals who specialize in business sales – you need First Choice Business Brokers. Our nationwide network of seasoned business sales professionals combines national reach with local market expertise. We offer buyers the greatest selection of businesses available and we provide Sellers with the personalized, confidential attention they deserve.
Los Angeles County, CA
$450,000
Placer County, CA
$550,000
Santa Cruz, CA
$1,500,000
Newport Beach, CA
$199,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$375,000
Los Angeles, CA
$11,500,000
Contra Costa County, CA
$138,000
Irvine, CA
$175,000
Anaheim, CA
$225,000
Sun Valley, CA
$1,650,000
California
Not Disclosed
Los Angeles, CA
$269,000
Vermont, CA
$269,000
San Luis Obispo, CA
$1,500,000
Princeton, CA
$299,000
Laguna Niguel, CA
$35,000
Santa Clara, CA
$100,000
Los Angeles, CA
$369,000
Orange County, CA
$1,250,000
Los Angeles, CA
$645,000
Orange County, CA
$149,000
Riverside County, CA
$449,000
California
Not Disclosed
Los Angeles, CA
$600,000
San Fernando, CA
$1,950,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Alameda County, CA
$1,900,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$3,150,000
San Francisco, CA
$250,000
Rick Piper
Piper Group International, LLC
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Piper Group International, LLC (“PGI”) is a leading provider of middle-market Merger and Acquisition services. PGI has been for decades focused on a single mission: “to improve our clients’ positions.” Our unique and proven market approach has resulted in years of sold businesses. See our Testimonials webpage or see below our Letters of References Brochure link that spans four decades. See reference comments below under About. Our Core Values WE TRULY CARE. When we take on an engagement, we realize that you are placing your retirement and financial future in our hands. And we take this responsibility seriously — we respect the years you’ve taken to create this business and the importance this transaction will have on your future. Our Approach Our first step is to share what we know about the current market conditions and how buyers value closely held businesses. We then look at your business to arrive at a range of value to see if your expectations are within the market. Only then do we engage to represent you. If not, we will offer advisory services to help you grow your company and achieve a value that meets your expectations. Our Geography and Industry Wide Experience Our client base is not dominated by a single industry - our experience spans mid-market technology, manufacturing, distribution, and service companies. We provide creative, customized solutions for your specific needs. We have had engagements from all parts of the country and internationally. Our Commitment PGI shepherds the process from beginning to end. Making a market with multiple offers then using our Deal Point process to create an ethical “limited Auction.” Then once we have decided which buyer, using our proven “Roadmap to Closing” process which keeps the transactions on target through the maze of buyer’s due diligence; third-party consents; financing, and legal, tax and real-estate issues. Again, our years of letters of reference tell it best.
Santa Monica, CA
$200,000
Monrovia, CA
$159,000
California
$350,000
Kern County, CA
$500,000
San Francisco County, CA
$199,000
San Francisco, CA
$120,000
California is a huge state with a lot of money, so it's naturally a popular destination for businesses. The major industries in California include technology, agriculture, and entertainment, but the private business for sale market spans the gamut of sectors.
If you're looking to buy (or sell) a business in California, it helps to have some context on the market. We have aggregated and summarized the most current listings data to provide a basic overview of the business for sale market in California.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
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Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
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Profit Margin |
23% |
|
Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Major Metro Areas
More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:
How many businesses are listed for sale in California?
There are around 5,400 businesses for sale in California, with listings across various metro areas and statewide.
What types of businesses are for sale?
The marketplace in California is diverse, with all types of businesses in play.
What is the average asking price for these businesses?
The median asking price for businesses listed for sale in California is $360,000.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
The median reported revenue for these businesses is $630,000.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings?
The median reported earnings, often referred to as Seller Discretionary Earnings (SDE), is $150,000.
What are the average valuation multiples?
Typically, businesses are being listed with an earnings multiple of 2.5 and a revenue multiple of 0.6 when referring to the asking price.
Which cities in California have the most businesses listed for sale?
The cities with the highest number of listings are Los Angeles (approx. 480), San Diego (approx. 250), San Francisco (approx. 220), Sacramento (approx. 140), San Jose (approx. 120), Oakland (approx. 80), Long Beach (approx. 80), Anaheim (approx. 60), and Riverside (approx. 60).
How can California business owners sell their own businesses?
Most business owners will retain an experienced business broker, who will typically charge a 10-15% success fee. Some business owners choose to list their business for sale directly and take on the entire process on their own. This can be a complex and challenging task, requiring an understanding of the market, great marketing skills, and even better negotiating skills.