California
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Cash Flow: $416,795
Businesses For Sale in California
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Regional Salon and Personal Care Franchisor Seeking Acquirer
Complete Auto Repair Shop
Lancaster, CA
$299,000
High-Volume Auto Parts & Paint Shop $2.5M Sales
Santa Cruz County, CA
$690,000
Popular Turn-key Dessert Café House for Sale on Vibrant Valencia St!
San Francisco, CA
$88,800
High Volume Smoke Shop with 100% Employee Run
Riverside County, CA
$1,650,000
Sushi and Japanese Restaurant-No Competition
Alameda County, CA
$99,000
Trusted Local Auto Shop Serving the Community for 50 Years!
Fresno, CA
$329,500
Milk Tea Shop-Full Kitchen-Owner Absentee
Sacramento County, CA
$325,000
Prime Carmel, Jewelry Store
Carmel, CA
$350,000
Turnkey TruBlue Franchise For 1/2 Price
Upland, CA
$25,000
High Volume Taqueria
Norco, CA
$150,000
La Michoacana, Excelent Location & Low Rents
Duarte, CA
$89,000
I-20 International Language School w/ Accreditation - 30 Yrs Success
Los Angeles County, CA
$950,000
Burbank Outpatient Surgical Center
$450,000
Burbank, CA
Established Southern California Paver Contractor – 50+ Year Brand
Riverside County, CA
$1,500,000
Established Medspa for Regenerative & Holistic Treatments
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,405,000
Helen Liu
Accel Business Advisors
Serving Orange County, CA
We are a team of seasoned business brokers passionate about helping business owners and investors in business transactions. Our brokers operate less like salespeople and more closely to wedding planners - we will get to know your needs, show you what it will take to get there, and make sure that things are going according to plan the entire way. Our team of brokers has extensive experience and training working with a wide variety of business listings and performing valuations. Your business showcases your hard work and dedication; it deserves the highest level of professionalism that will lead you to a successful closing. All of our team members have had previous experience owning their own business and understand that placing your business for sale can be a stressful time. Our rigorous training equips brokers to deliver strategic guidance for smooth, successful business sales.
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Market Sushi--High Volume
Fullerton, CA
$140,000
Encino EA Firm for Sale
Encino, CA
$395,000
Remote CPA Firm for Sale
Escondido, CA
$550,000
Well Established with Loyal customers-Highway 32 Smoke Shop
Orland, CA
$79,999
Profitable Med Spa & Wellness Center – Prime San Diego Market for Sale
San Diego County, CA
$225,000
Restaurant for Sale – Brentwood
Brentwood, CA
$100,000
Pick Up Pizza Nets $140,000, $200,000 Dn. Owner Fin. rent 1,368/mo
Bakersfield, CA
$340,000
**Not Available Yet** - Residential Cleaning Business in San Diego
San Diego, CA
$875,000
Easy to Run Amazon Listing
$58,900
San Francisco, CA
Papa Johns Pizza - 25 Years in Business, Profitable & Turnkey
San Diego County, CA
$149,000
Profitable Home Efficiency & HVAC Co – Energy Upgrades & Insulation
Placer County, CA
$899,000
Charming Turnkey Bakery Opportunity
Riverside, CA
$225,000
Smog Check, Oil Change Business
California
$721,000
Japanese Sushi Restaurant is in a desirable area
Mountain View, CA
$120,000
Sacramento Region well known high volume brewery and restaurant
California
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $340,000
Pacifica CA CPA Practice for Sale
San Mateo County, CA
$425,000
Cleaning Company – Coastal Los Angeles County - Sale Pending
Orange County, CA
$599,000
Popular & Profitable 300sf SF Micro Bakery w Stunning Branding
San Francisco County, CA
$129,000
Individual Tax Preparation
Corona, CA
$32,500
The Only Cannoli
$470,000
Oceanside, CA
Acupuncture Clinic - Open 2 Days a Week - High Earning Potential
Lodi, CA
$125,000
Established Award Winning Jewelry Store In Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
$331,000
Established Dry Cleaning & Alterations Business – Prime Location
Santa Clara County, CA
$50,000
Established Skincare Studio with 25-Year Client Base - Turnkey Op
Santa Clara County, CA
$50,000
Counseling Practice for Sale – Growing Northern California Market
Placer County, CA
$300,000
Established, Money Making Cigarette Mart business for sale!!
Norwalk, CA
$299,000
Gorgeous Central Marin County Restaurant – $1M Remodel
Corte Madera, CA
$399,000
Turnkey Pet Grooming!
Sherman Oaks, CA
$120,000
Michael Faust
First Choice Business Brokers Van Nuys
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
First Choice business Brokers Van Nuys is an independently owned and operated office of First Choice business Brokers. The Broker/Owner of this office has been with the company for nearly two decades. Established in 1994, First Choice Business Brokers has grown to become one of the largest organizations in the U.S. specializing in business sales. We have listed and managed the sale of over $8.5 billion in businesses for sale. Buyers and sellers alike can enjoy the ease and expertise of a national network of professional business brokers. If you are a business owner, whether you feel that a disposition of your business is right around the corner or years in the future, you can be provided with a Current Market Analysis that will give you a very good idea of the value of your business today. Also, you may receive recommendations for changes that could result in a dramatic increase in the value of your business by the time you are ready to sell. If you are interested in buying a business, your representative from First Choice Business Brokers Van Nuys has the background and training to guide you through the process, negotiate on your behalf effectively and manage the close of the sale. This will enable you to find and acquire the business opportunity of your choice and complete a purchase with confidence that it's being handled in a competent, professional and efficient manner. Call the office at First Choice Business Brokers Van Nuys and take advantage of the power of a unified, national organization designed to provide business buyers and sellers with the highest levels of service, integrity and confidentiality available in the industry! (818) 810-4242
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Korean Eatery for sale in South Sacramento shopping plaza
Sacramento, CA
$160,000
Well-Established Beauty Brand Around 25 Years of Success Owners Retire
California
$38,800,000
Kawaii Klaws
$350,000
Ventura, CA
35 years established sushi restaurant for sale in SF Inner Sunset
San Francisco, CA
$150,000
Turnkey Custom Picture Framing Shop
Ventura County, CA
$95,000
Perfect for Couples or Small Family Owners: Simple Business, $12K-$15K
Hemet, CA
$249,999
Established Automotive Paint Supply Business – Profitable
San Mateo County, CA
$749,000
Fast Growing Junk Removal Business
Los Angeles, CA
$170,000
Profitable Forklift Maintenance & Fleet Service Company – SBA Pre-Qual
California
$750,000
Iconic South Bay Restaurant & Event Venue —Now Available for New Owner
Los Angeles County, CA
$399,000
Buy or Sell a Business in California
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% |
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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:
- Fresno Metro Area
- Greater Los Angeles Area
- Modesto-Merced Area
- Sacramento Area
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Visalia-Hanford Area
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.
- Food and Restaurants (approx. 1740)
- Retail (approx. 730)
- Service Businesses (approx. 570)
- Health Care and Fitness (approx. 440)
- Automotive and Boat (approx. 350)
- Manufacturing to Beauty and Personal Care, among others.
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.
