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Start-upElectronics Repair Inside Walmart - 10 K + Walking Traffic Daily

A TECHY electronics repair franchise offers an exciting opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking a business venture with a proven track record. With a reputation for providing professional and...

$75,000

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$75,000

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Start-upThe Learning Experience Franchise

The Learning Experience is the #1 leader in the daycare and early education industry—with over 430+ centers open and another 250+ under development. This is your opportunity to be part of an amazing...

$150,000

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$150,000

Start-up
Start-upRichard's Painting, Your Neighborhood Painter

If you are looking for a low cost - high return business, then look no further than Richard's Painting. With our employee model we outperform most other painting franchises in ROI department. We are...

$39,950

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$39,950

Start-up
Start-upAverage location $2.2MM w/$422k Return. Cabinet & Countertop Business.

We do the cold calling for you. We generate leads using our well trained call center. As soon as someone gets a building permit approve, we call to congratulate them and set an appointment. We run a...

$59,500

$59,500

Start-up
Start-upLaundromat. Passive Income - Arcade, Vending & Laundry Revenue.

First Affiliate-Owned Unit - 2023 total revenue was $868,659 with $235,276 EBITDA (27%). Our laundromat business model will disrupt the growing but archaic laundromat industry by providing customers...

$575,000

$575,000

Start-up
Start-upProfitable Cabinet Dealership – $250k+ Potential, No Royalties

Are you a successful sales leader, corporate professional, or veteran who has hit an income ceiling? Are you tired of building someone else's dream and ready to invest in a real, tangible asset for...

$250,000

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$250,000

Start-up
Start-upRoof Rejuvenation Biz for sale: Low Cost, High Returns, Big Demand!

Own a Piece of the Future of Roofing – High-Margin, Low-Overhead Dealership Opportunity Looking for a proven, in-demand business with serious growth potential? Roof Rejuvenate USA is one of the...

$30,000

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$30,000

Start-up
Start-upTruck Driving School - Driving Academy - $500K in Sales Guaranteed

Call for details Welcome to our Truck Driving School franchise, called Driving Academy a profitable and growing market that offers a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to tap into a high-demand...

$50,000

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$50,000

Start-up
Start-up$1 for a Fully Automated Real Estate Investing Business!!

Are you looking for passive income? Would you like to invest in a hands-off opportunity FOR JUST $1 UPFRONT, where an experienced company handles everything from A to Z, and you simply receive 70% of...

$1

$1

Start-up
Premier Smoke Shop in Modesto

Modesto, CA

This listing is for the smoke shop of smoke shops in the Modesto area. Established & over six years in business with loyal customer base built from day one. One owner since built, ownership has never...

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$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Boutique Fitness Franchise

Los Angeles, CA

Upscale boutique fitness franchise in excellent location in Granada Hills shopping mall with strong anchors. 240+ members with 4.9 star reviews across Yelp, Google and Classpass. Excellent tenured...

$100,000

$100,000

Established Farmers Agency For Sale In Irvine

Irvine, CA

Agent has been with Farmers Insurance for over 38 years and is looking to retire. The agency is well established and has 1 dually licensed staff. The service commissions are approximately 100,000 with...

$130,000

$130,000

Online Kids Toys Store 3k Profit Projections

$103,990 - Fresno County, CA

$103,990

Fresno County, CA

Established Salon & Spa in Duarte – High-Traffic Location.

Duarte, CA

Turnkey Beauty Salon & Spa for Sale – Fully Equipped & Ready to Go! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to own a well-established beauty salon and spa in a prime location! This beautifully designed...

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$47,000

$47,000

Cash Flow: $1,160

Leading provider of industrial packaging and insulation solutions

San Juan Capistrano, CA

Master Pack presents an acquisition opportunity in the industrial packaging and insulation solutions sector, with a track record of over 44 years of excellence and a solid base of loyal, repeat...

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$575,000

$575,000

EBITDA: $166,114

Kurt Okraski

M&A Business Advisors

Serving El Dorado County, CA

M&A Business Advisors is a full-service Business Brokerage and M&A Advisory Firm and the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions. M&A Business Advisors specializes in the CONFIDENTIAL sale of privately owned businesses in a wide range of industries including Manufacturing, Wholesale Distribution, Service, Retail, Health Care, E-Commerce, Software, Construction, Food & Beverage and more. We use proprietary methods and advanced technology to better serve our clients and accomplish their objectives. M&A Business Advisors are highly respected, experienced Advisors who are recognized as some of the top deal makers in the industry. Our Advisors have extensive backgrounds as well as years of experience and knowledge in a wide range of industries. We work as a “Team” to collaborate and share our knowledge and expertise to best represent our clients. Our Advisors hold some of the top designations in the industry including the Certified Business Intermediaries (CBI) designation issued by the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), the Lifetime Certified Business Intermediaries (L-CBI) designation issued by the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), the Merger and Acquisition Master Intermediary (M&AMI) designation issued by M&A Source, the Certified Business Brokers (CBB) designation issued by the California Association of Business Brokers and the BBP – Industry Expert designation. Our Advisors are considered “Influencers” and have been instrumental in improving the standards and ethics within the industry. Our Advisors are actively involved as industry association Presidents, industry association Board Members, industry association Committee Chairs, industry association Instructors as well as contributors to industry publications. Selling or purchasing a business can be a complex, time consuming process. The process involves 100% commitment and a “hands on” approach by the Advisor along with expertise in a wide range of fields such as finance, accounting, commercial leases, understanding contracts and industry dynamics, managing due diligence, negotiations, preparing contracts and more. Our years of experience along with our proprietary process and ability to work as a team to solve complex issues that arise in transactions is what separates us from the competition. Rest assured that when you are working with a M&A Business Advisor, you are working with the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions. Please refer to our website and contact one of our Advisors near you for a complimentary consultation.

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Franchised Juice Bar - 100% Employee Run - High Gross - High Net

Los Angeles County, CA

Great opportunity to acquire a well-established, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, franchised juice bar in a very desirable and upscale community of Los Angeles County. Please note, that...

$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $192,784

Round Table Pizza - CA

Alameda County, CA

Since its founding in 1959, Round Table Pizza has been recognized as "Pizza Royalty™” for its homemade dough, signature three-cheese blend and gold-standard ingredients topped to the edge. Customers...

$785,000

$785,000

Cash Flow: $221,380

Fresno Pool Service Route for Sale

Fresno County, CA

Great appreciative clients, all customers are very reasonable and friendly. Efficient routes that are organized daily by location. Excellent layout for growth. 6 of the 75 pools are chemical only...

$121,800

$121,800

Cash Flow: $139,500

Foodlicious Restaurant for Sale

North Hollywood, CA

An incredible opportunity awaits with Foodlicious, a well established restaurant located in the vibrant center of North Hollywood. Positioned in a high visibility area with excellent foot traffic,...

$70,000

$70,000

Successful Sub Shop Franchise For Sale

Grass Valley, CA

Established in 1992, this Port of Subs franchise presents a rare opportunity for an owner-operator to own a turnkey business and achieve the American dream. With over 30 years of loyal customers and a...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $55,000

Irvine - Coffee/Tea Boba Shop w/Kiosk Ordering System-ABSENTEE OWNER

Irvine, CA

Serious Inquiries Only: Fill out the contact form for a confidentiality agreement to be emailed to you AND SEND proof of funds. Both items required prior to disclosing sensitive business details....

$195,000

$195,000

High Volume Full Serve Bar & Grill Adjacent to Rose Parade route

Pasadena, CA

Unveiling an exceptional opportunity to own a high-volume Bar & Grill located in the heart of downtown Pasadena, California. Brilliantly situated adjacent to the vibrant Rose Parade route, this...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $405,000

Profitable San Diego Sailing Charter

$135,000 - San Diego, CA

$135,000

San Diego, CA

Profitable Liquor Store Just Off I-5 – Includes Property

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Siskiyou County, CA

Confidential liquor store with real estate for sale in Northern California, located just off the I-5 freeway. This turnkey operation features strong sales and steady traffic. Real property is included...

$1,295,000

$1,295,000

EBITDA: $203,097

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Turnkey Fine Dining Restaurant & Bar– Fully Built-Out, Ready to Launch

Folsom, CA

Rare opportunity to take over a fully operational, beautifully constructed fine dining restaurant with almost 1 million invested in the buildout just two years ago. Located in one of the most...

$650,000

$650,000

Mediterraenan Restaurant E-2 Visa Eligible - Owner Operator

Lake Forest, CA

Turnkey Mediterranean Fast-Casual Restaurant – Profitable & E-2 Visa Eligible Located in the heart of Lake Forest, this 1,070 sq ft restaurant comes fully equipped with a commercial kitchen, stylish...

$120,000

$120,000

San Diego Deli For Sale – Steady Sales, Easy to Run!

San Diego, CA

MOM’s Deli – Affordable Turnkey Opportunity in a Business Park Setting Here’s a hidden gem with big potential! MOM’s Deli is a clean, owner-friendly operation nestled in a busy business park with...

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$135,000

$135,000

Cash Flow: $40,000

Award-Winning Bay Area Hair Studio: Loyal Clients, High Profit Margins

San Francisco, CA

Reviewing all offers by the 9/28 deadline. This award-winning hair salon is one of the most respected salons in the Bay Area, repeatedly named Best Hair Salon by multiple outlets, and backed by 5-star...

$695,000

$695,000

Cash Flow: $181,104

Profitable Turnkey MedSpa – Priced to Sell

Fountain Valley, CA

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, debt-free medical spa and wellness clinic in central Orange County. The business is fully equipped with over $170K in premium, paid-off devices and...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $190,000

Established CrossFit Gym in Prime Oakland Location – Going for a Steal

Emeryville, CA

Own a Piece of Oakland Fitness History – 20-Year Established CrossFit Gym for Sale After two incredible decades of building a strong, loyal community, we’re offering a rare opportunity to take over a...

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$90,000

$90,000

Cash Flow: $130,000

Profitable Postproduction Studio: Notable Clients, 21+ Years in Biz

Hollywood, CA

Reviewing all offers by the 09/28 offer date. Nationally recognized as a top postproduction facility, this brand is trusted for its intimate feel and robust capabilities, working with clients...

$700,000

$700,000

Cash Flow: $201,550

Fox Theater / Entertainment Venue Opportunity

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Salinas, CA

Mahoney & Associates is pleased to present to the market The Fox Theatre at 241 Main St. in Salinas, California. The Fox Theatre stands as a historic gem, presenting a unique opportunity for...

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$4,500,000

$4,500,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established Sign Business Opportunity

$170,000 - Orange County, CA

$170,000

Orange County, CA

Garrett Butler

United Franchise Group

Irvine Dental Practice

Irvine, CA

Location, Location, Location! Presenting the LANDMARK SHOPPING CENTER, a rare opportunity to take over a thriving general practice in a prime high-traffic shopping center. Open just two days a week,...

$600,000

$600,000

Fast Growing Riverside Bar W/ High Cashflow, Low Rent & Overhead

Riverside, CA

For Sale By Owner. This is your chance to own one of Riverside’s fastest-growing craft beer taprooms. This bar is very profitable, has a well rounded calendar, and backed by an incredible community of...

$420,000

$420,000

Cash Flow: $144,000

Hospice Agency for Sale

Ventura County, CA

Overview: A well-established hospice agency in Ventura County, California. This reputable agency has been providing compassionate end-of-life care since 2017, and has garnered a stellar reputation in...

$579,000

$579,000

Established Business In Norco

Norco, CA

FOR SALE : RARIN' TO GO horse corrals , Establish business in the City Of Norco. This is a great business opportunity. Located in a highly desirable Location on 6th Street in the City of Norco. .82...

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$2,500,000

$2,500,000

Kitchen Catering commissary space cafe

San Diego, CA

Very Unique opportunity COMMISSARY KITCHEN WHOLESALE DREAM HUGE KITCHEN FULLY OPERATIONAL BY APPOINTMENT ONLY TEXT OR EMAIL AT FOR QUESTIONS ALL CLEAN IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION GOOD MAINTENANCE ON...

$395,000

$395,000

Emissions Monitoring Systems - Proven Business Over 30 Years!

Anaheim, CA

We have been manufacturing and servicing emissions monitoring equipment for over 30 years. We are a trusted brand with a loyal customer base, proven cash flow, and we are the only producer in the...

$850,000

$850,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

Profitable and Well-Established Teriyaki Restaurant

Sacramento, CA

Well-established for over 15 years; current owner has operated since 2018. Excellent following of repeat customers and first time visitors. Open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Approximately 1,700...

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$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $188,541

Larry G. Featherston: Broker

Select Commercial Group

Serving Sacramento County, CA

Nevada and California, Commercial and Business investment opportunities represent a complex and competitive component of the business sales and acquisition marketplace. It is a specialty that demands professional experience and extensive knowledge. Designated CIN members must meet the high service standards of the CENTURY 21 System and are required to complete an extensive Certified Commercial Investment Training Program.

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CNC Manufacturing and Prototype Making

Santa Clara, CA

This business is in a good location, in the heart of Silicon Valley for 30 years. Serves customer needs for prototypes, special orders, and short-run production. Company has outside connections with...

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$320,000

$320,000

Cash Flow: $189,000

Car Wash with $232K EBITDA + New Cannabis Retail Royalty Stream

Los Angeles, CA

We are pleased to present the opportunity to acquire a rare car wash in Los Angeles. 5669 SF building situated on 17,190 SF of land and primely located on a major signalized corner, this car wash...

$999,999

$999,999

EBITDA: $232,000

Day Spa and Skin Care

$190,000 - Santa Cruz County, CA

$190,000

Santa Cruz County, CA

Ardeshir Vosooghi

First Choice Business Brokers-SF Bay

Well-Established Feed Supply Business For Sale

Oroville, CA

Well-Established Feed Supply Business for Sale. A rare chance to purchase a long-standing feed supply store with a loyal customer base and excellent reputation. This business has served the community...

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$375,000

$375,000

Lighting business - Design, repair, sales

San Rafael, CA

Well established for over 20 years Lighting business in Marin County for sale. Owner is retiring. Sales over $1.2 million. Direct Retain, Designer networking, repairs etc Asking $250,000 which...

$250,000

$250,000

Branded Gas Station with High Vol C-Store - Net Profit - $39,000 @mth

San Diego, CA

Excellent Net Profit..Business Only+ Branded Gas Station with High Vol C-Store Price Dropped...Price Dropped....by $300,000. Branded Gas Station with High Volume C-Store Sales High Volume C-Store,...

$2,200,000

$2,200,000

EBITDA: $450,000

Juicy Juicy

Bermuda Dunes, CA

For Sale in Bermuda Dunes: Juicy Juicy, a vibrant juice bar dedicated to serving all-organic, fresh juices and delicious smoothies. Juicy Juicy believes in the philosophy "Drink Well, Live Well,"...

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$135,000

$135,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

National Consumer Products Manufacturer & Distributor

California

This company is a market-leading manufacturer and distributor of premium consumer products, serving a rapidly growing segment of the health and lifestyle industry. With a vertically integrated...

$71,485,000

$71,485,000

Cash Flow: $8,298,254

Highly Profitable Roofing Contractor Southern California

California

Well-established Southern California roofing contractor specializing in multifamily reroofing, repair, and building envelope restoration services. Founded in 1970, company has proudly operated for...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $5,102,421

Nationally Recognized Italian Kitchen for Sale | $2M Annual Revenue

Beaumont, CA

Rare opportunity to own Domenico’s Beaumont, one of only two remaining locations of the iconic family brand dating back to 1960. Still operated by the founder’s son, this pizzeria is known for...

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$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

Large Full bar and restaurant for sale in El Sobrante

El Sobrante, CA

Established neighborhood restaurant and bar presents an exceptional investment opportunity in El Sobrante, Contra Costa County. This well-positioned establishment operates from a substantial 3,400...

$180,000

$180,000

Branded Mochi donuts and desserts shop for sale in Sacramento

Sacramento, CA

This established mochi donut and dessert shop represents a turnkey opportunity in Sacramento's competitive food service market. Located in a high-traffic shopping center with complementary anchor...

$200,000

$200,000

Established Promotional Product Advertising Company

Contra Costa County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, turnkey promotional product advertising company with a strong reputation and repeat client base. The business specializes in helping companies...

$1,000,000

$1,000,000

Cash Flow: $194,159

Stone Fabrication and Installation Business in Van Nuys

Van Nuys, CA

This is a sale of a Stone Fabrication and Installation Business in the City of Van Nuys. Business is a full-service stone fabrication and installation company specializing in marble , granite , quarts...

$285,000

$285,000

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

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.