Union City, CA
$79,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Second generation restaurant, existing Cafe (Union City)
Highly Profitable Fitness Centre With Top of The Line Equipment
Orange County, CA
$530,000
High Traffic Dry Cleaners - Recent Equipment Upgrades
Benicia, CA
$179,500
10 FedEx Ground Routes - Palm Springs, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Palm Springs, CA
$800,000
Busy Absentee Owned Restaurant - Heart of Riverside
Riverside County, CA
$250,000
Shopify-Focused eCommerce Development Agency
Newport Beach, CA
$275,000
Family Owned Trash Bin Valet Service for Sale
Danville, CA
$15,000
Newly built-out Fast Food Franchise in Prime Location
Victorville, CA
$250,000
Rare Opportunity: Established Supermarket for Sale in Prime Location
Sacramento, CA
$300,000
Busy & Lucrative Organic Dry Cleaners
Fair Oaks, CA
$59,000
"San Carlos" Prime location Restaurant Row Turn Key Opportunity!
San Carlos, CA
$245,000
Sushi Bar In Supermarket-Easy Operating-Quick Returns
San Mateo County, CA
$125,000
Korean Bakery in shopping Center
Buena Park, CA
$720,000
Thriving Mexican Restaurant for Sale in Prime Modesto Shopping Center
$245,000
Modesto, CA
Absentee run bar and restaurant for sale in Santa Clara
Santa Clara, CA
$338,000
A great Pole & Aerial fitness dance studio in a bustling plaza
Walnut, CA
$79,000
Bill Corley - BottomLine Business Brokers
BottomLine Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Professionally, confidentially and with the highest integrity, BottomLine provides business brokerage and M&A services to Buyers and Sellers of small and medium-sized California businesses across a wide range of industries. Our team of experienced, licensed brokers provide exceptional service, from the first client meeting to the close of escrow ... and beyond! BottomLine is the brokerage with a competitive edge, a powerful blend of old school sales finesse and modern digital marketing. We have an active following - half our deals come from our massive database of qualified buyers, who also love to purchase the real estate. We work tirelessly to match each business for sale with the right buyer and guide the company through the complexities of transitioning to new ownership. If it's a business, our brokers have sold one just like it! With well over a thousand businesses sold under one roof, we deliver superior results. And that's the BottomLine. Business Owners: •No Upfront Fees - Only pay when your business sells. •Valuations - Business valuations take experience: they're a blend of the state of your company, its profitability and market conditions. We'll help determine fair market value. •Accomplished - The BottomLine team has sold businesses in YOUR industry. •Peace of Mind - Selling businesses is a full-time job; you run your company and let us handle the sale. •Experienced Guides - We shepherd the process from start to finish: documentation, marketing, due diligence, and escrow. •Representation Matters - Great representation stacks the odds in favor of a successful sale. A BottomLine broker is a huge advantage! Buyers: •Opportunity - Each business we represent is an opportunity for the right Buyer. •The Highest Standards - We represent each business with integrity, disclosure, and accuracy. •First Time Buyers Welcome - Many of our Buyers are first-timers. Don’t worry, we’ll coach you through the process.
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Preschool Business For Sale Fremont, CA
Fremont, CA
$700,000
Turnkey Restaurant in San Francisco Strong Location
San Francisco, CA
$168,000
Boutique Event Venue -Turn key and Established
Ventura, CA
Not Disclosed
Electrical Engineering Firm - Electrical Safety System Design
California
Not Disclosed
Upscale Bistro, Beer & Wine, outdoor seating, Great Location
Orange, CA
$249,000
Baskin Robbins for Sale in West San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
$275,000
Estblshd Sign Company - Gvrnmt SubCntrctr! Owner will Shrt-trm RME
Orange County, CA
$579,999
High profit, Well-established fast-food restaurant for sale
Downey, CA
$790,000
76Gas Station with Circle K,CarWash & Rental Income- Prime Oppertunity
$14,899,999
San Bernardino, CA
Chicken shop
Hemet, CA
$400,000
***In Contract***Drilling & Shoring Contractor
San Diego County, CA
$1,450,000
Greek Mediterranean Restaurant in Downtown Burbank
Burbank, CA
$195,000
Juice Bar Franchise for Sale in Sacramento County
Elk Grove, CA
$299,000
Franchise Pizza Restaurant for Sale in Placer County
Placer County, CA
$379,000
Established Aviation Part 145 Repair Station in Southern CA
El Cajon, CA
$1,200,000
Preschool Business in Rocklin, CA
Sacramento, CA
$1,000,000
16 Year Old Water, Fire, and Mold Damage Service
Los Angeles County, CA
$9,690,000
A Family-Owned Florist Proudly Serving OC for Generations
Orange County, CA
$175,000
Sonoma County Locksmith
Sonoma County, CA
$149,000
High demand recession proof business. Serving all of California
$50,000
Beverly Hills, CA
Prime Downtown Rare Turnkey Boba Shop
Redwood City, CA
$180,000
Dog Boarding, Grooming & Training, Franchise
Sacramento County, CA
$475,000
Turnkey Powersports Dealership with Major OEM lines.
Chico, CA
$350,000
Turnkey Restaurant with Full Liquor available Prime in Echo Park
Los Angeles, CA
$480,000
Artisanal Ice Cream Shop with Premium Build-Out in an A+ Location
Contra Costa County, CA
$170,000
Quaint 1,200 sq ft Restaurant with Real Estate
El Dorado County, CA
$685,000
Outdoor Power Equipment Sales & Service, Central Coast, CA
Atascadero, CA
$299,000
Absentee run Sandwich shop for sale in Roseville shopping plaza
Roseville, CA
$150,000
Max One Business - Randall Barondess,CBB DRE #01712956 -RE/MAX ONE
XQB Management Inc, DBA RE/MAX ONE
Serving Ventura County, CA
Max One Business and Commercial Services provides our clients the highest standards of professionalism and knowledge by our staff of Certified agents. We continually educate our agents to ensure our clients are getting the most up to date talent and information available. The Max One team of agents are members in good standing with the International Association of Business Brokers (I.B.B.A.) and the California Association of Business Brokers (C.A.B.B.) All commercial business agents must be part of our association and continually go through rigorous training classes. Max One Business is part of RE/MAX One Commercial and affiliated with RE/MAX Commercial, a world wide network of agents specializing in Commercial brokerage. Each business broker and adviser specialize's in their own area of expertise, however, our cross marketing and staff integrates knowledge and manpower needed to accommodate the overall needs of our clients. In most any business transaction there is a lease, real property acquisition or multiple lease assumptions. We are equipped to handle all real estate and business brokerage needs.
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Turn Key Home Health Agency with active Patients
Los Angeles, CA
$320,000
Established Auto Tire Shop in HIGH Traffic Area in San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
$290,000
Popular World Famous Turf Club w/Building
$3,000,000
Hayward, CA
Two Turnkey Turlock Restaurants For Sale!
Turlock, CA
$425,000
Charming Turnkey Bakery Opportunity
Riverside, CA
$225,000
Dental Practcie for Sale- Tarzana, CA
Tarzana, CA
$350,000
Dental Practice for Sale - 10 Op's Inglewood
Inglewood, CA
$1,000,000
Turnkey Auto Repair + Option to Purchase Building | Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
$83,000
LA Dental Practice | 2 Ops Equipped, Plumbed for 5 | 39 years Est.
Los Angeles, CA
$349,000
Retiring dentist selling practice after 28+ years!
La Mirada, CA
$795,000
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.
