Santa Fe Springs, CA
$185,000
Santa Fe Springs, CA
$185,000
San Francisco, CA
$65,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Palm Springs, CA
$830,000
Pasadena, CA
$220,000
Garden Grove, CA
$500,000
San Bernardino, CA
$350,000
Big Bear, CA
$270,000
Long Beach, CA
$300,000
Los Angeles, CA
$50,000
California
$499,000
Kern County, CA
$530,000
Studio City, CA
$600,000
North Hills, CA
$170,000
$49,000
Carson, CA
Tarzana, CA
$180,000
Milpitas, CA
$245,000
Zaihua (Daniel) Hu, MBA, CABB, IBBA
CURB
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Daniel Hu is a Los Angeles-based Business Broker and Capital Strategy Advisor with 20+ years of leadership in corporate investment, M&A, and cross-border business development. He partners with small to mid-sized business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors to facilitate strategic acquisitions, exit planning, and capital access. With a USC MBA and an early background in industrial automation, Daniel has led high-performing teams at a $300M publicly traded e-commerce company, launched consumer brands, and structured exclusive distribution deals. Today, his work focuses on helping clients grow or exit through tailored business sales, financing solutions, and IPO readiness. Licensed in both real estate and mortgage (DRE #02254646 | NMLS #2695914), Daniel provides integrated services covering business transfer, commercial property, and funding. His strong ties in both U.S. and Chinese markets make him an ideal partner for clients seeking local execution with global insight. * IPO Incubation & Capital Market Acceleration Elevate your business with our comprehensive IPO Incubation Program, designed to streamline your journey to the public markets. Key Features: -Expert Guidance: Led by seasoned Wall Street professionals and alumni from top institutions. -End-to-End Support: From pre-IPO planning to post-listing strategies, including financial structuring, legal compliance, and investor relations. -Strategic Partnerships: Access to top-tier investors and funds. -Innovative Solutions: Leverage our AI-driven IPO solutions to enhance success rates and optimize capital strategies. -Performance-Based Model: Our "success-first" approach aligns with your goals, reducing upfront financial pressures. -Embark on your IPO journey with confidence, backed by a team committed to maximizing your enterprise's value and market presence.
Salt Lake City, CA
$500,000
Alameda, CA
$250,000
Pasadena, CA
$275,000
Glendora, CA
$495,000
Daly City, CA
$128,000
Torrance, CA
$250,000
Garden Grove, CA
$87,000
Corona, CA
$75,000
Los Angeles, CA
Belmont, CA
$325,000
Orange County, CA
$249,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,250,000
Los Angeles, CA
Sarasota, CA
$500,000
Tacoma, CA
$650,000
Sacramento, CA
$500,000
Orange County, CA
$1,325,000
California
$1,499,000
San Francisco, CA
$150,000
$45,000
Baywood-Los Osos, CA
San Diego County, CA
$110,400
Tulare County, CA
$289,000
Martinez, CA
$290,000
Petaluma, CA
$175,000
Marin County, CA
$249,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$450,000
Napa, CA
$10,000
Alameda County, CA
$475,000
Jon Franz
Franchise Clearly
Serving Riverside County, CA
5 Step Franchise Resale Program: Buying/selling a business can be a very complicated process. We simplified the process into 5 easy steps. Our role is to guide all parties through the business sale process from start to finish. We provide all parties free guest access to our patent-pending 5 STEP RESALE PROGRAM: a defined resale program used to effectively educate and efficiently communicate each step of the business sale process (eliminating surprises). Without this process, units are slow to sell or even close down and bring down the overall team. With the help of FRANCHISE CLEARLY, I assure you we will make the process as smooth and efficient as possible.
Los Angeles, CA
$300,000
Encino, CA
$2,300,000
$199,000
Sacramento, CA
Los Angeles, CA
$700,000
Tempe, CA
$1,900,000
Windsor, CA
$525,000
Savannah, CA
$400,000
Orlando, CA
$975,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$360,000
Punta Gorda, CA
$825,000
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
Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
Profit Margin |
23% |
Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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.