Santa Fe Springs, CA
$1,250,000
Santa Fe Springs, CA
$1,250,000
Fairfield, CA
$1,375,000
San Leandro, CA
$1,000,000
Tracy, CA
$250,000
California
$300,000
Arcadia, CA
$12,000,000
Sacramento County, CA
$595,000
North Hollywood, CA
$135,000
Tracy, CA
$275,000
Arcadia, CA
$195,000
San Diego, CA
$79,900
California
$99,000
California
$99,000
Los Angeles, CA
$199,000
Riverside County, CA
$25,000
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.
Santa Cruz, CA
$399,000
Sonoma County, CA
$1,500,000
Brisbane, CA
$75,000
South San Francisco, CA
$250,000
Santa Clara County, CA
$290,000
Long Beach, CA
$1,200,000
Contra Costa County, CA
$2,900,000
California
$4,200,000
Pismo Beach, CA
$200,000
Mission Hills, CA
$400,000
Los Angeles, CA
$320,000
California
$700,000
California
$1,600,000
Pomona, CA
$550,000
San Bernardino County, CA
$215,000
Los Angeles, CA
$249,500
Aptos, CA
$59,000
Livermore, CA
$349,000
California
$750,000
San Bernardino County, CA
$800,000
San Gabriel, CA
$387,000
Whittier, CA
$2,100,000
Los Angeles, CA
$2,600,000
Westlake Village, CA
$850,000
Orange County, CA
$149,900
Yuba City, CA
$350,000
Eric Espinoza
GLB GROUP Inc.
Serving San Diego County, CA
Green Life Business Group, Inc. California's Largest Cannabis Business Brokerage now representing operators throughout the United States via Green Life Business' affiliate program.
Los Gatos, CA
$219,000
Redondo Beach, CA
$50,000
Los Angeles, CA
$449,000
Burbank, CA
$825,000
Santa Rosa, CA
$95,000
Ventura County, CA
$499,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$59,999
Van Nuys, CA
$99,999
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,125,000
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.