Sacramento, CA
$275,800

Sacramento, CA
$275,800

Garden Grove, CA
$175,000
San Diego, CA
$699,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Hawthorne, CA
$1,100,000
San Diego County, CA
$259,999
Huntington Park, CA
$210,000
Richmond, CA
$549,000
Dublin, CA
$160,000
Manhattan Beach, CA
$600,000
Silver Lake, CA
$229,000
Camarillo, CA
$540,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$110,000
San Luis Obispo County, CA
$249,500
Merced County, CA
$95,000
San Francisco, CA
$175,000
California
$549,000
Ryan Roques
First Choice Business Brokers - Corona/Ontario Office
Serving Riverside County, CA
Established in 1994 and boasting a remarkable track record of facilitating transactions totaling over $12 billion, First Choice Business Brokers stands as a prominent force in the realm of business sales organizations within the United States. Our extensive network of seasoned Business Brokers spans across the nation, affording both Buyers and Sellers unparalleled support and expertise in their endeavors to buy or sell a business. As a proud member of one of the preeminent business broker organizations in the country, we bring to the table specialized knowledge and an arsenal of resources that are integral to ensuring the success of your transaction. Our core competencies encompass a wide spectrum of services, including comprehensive business valuations, skillful negotiation with prospective buyers, proficient buyer financing solutions, the creation of impactful marketing materials, and adept navigation through the intricacies of the Small Business Administration (SBA) loan process.
California
$299,000
Van Nuys, CA
$45,000
Davis, CA
$225,000
San Francisco, CA
$150,000
Santa Clara County, CA
$220,000
Los Angeles, CA
$375,000
Brea, CA
$298,000
Selma, CA
$230,000
Orange County, CA
$165,000
Daly City, CA
$1,118,000
El Dorado County, CA
$475,000
Orangevale, CA
$210,000
Fresno, CA
$675,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Mendocino County, CA
$2,100,000
San Francisco, CA
$368,000
Los Angeles, CA
$1,200,000
Anaheim, CA
$250,000
San Diego County, CA
$100,000
Thousand Oaks, CA
$130,000
Marin County, CA
$2,500,000
North Hollywood, CA
$1,585,000
Van Nuys, CA
$389,000
Sonora, CA
$250,000
Sonora, CA
$199,000
Van Nuys, CA
$119,000
West Hills, CA
$149,000
Morro Bay, CA
$299,000
Roseville, CA
$210,000
Leslie Horton
California eTime Solutions & Liberty Group Of Nevada
Serving Placer County, CA
Leslie Horton, an M&A Advisor/Broker, is a transaction architect specializing in strategic exits, comprehensive analysis, effective preparation and successful outcomes. Ms. Horton thoroughly enjoys selling good businesses and commercial buildings on behalf of her valued clients. In Northern California, Ms. Horton is the owner of eTime Solutions. In Northern Nevada, Ms. Horton is affiliated with The Liberty Group of Nevada, LLC. Both companies are well established and respected. Industries served include manufacturing, distribution, construction, high technology and several other professional industries.
Millbrae, CA
$48,000
San Jose, CA
$99,000
Yolo County, CA
$210,005
Orange County, CA
$1,500,000
Mountain View, CA
$349,000
Stanislaus County, CA
$99,000
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
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
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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. |
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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:
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.