San Diego County, CA
$56,250

San Diego County, CA
$56,250

Riverside County, CA
$13,000

Roseville, CA
$185,000

Arcadia, CA
$795,000
Ontario, CA
$1,500,000
Riverside County, CA
$85,000
Morro Bay, CA
$895,000
Sacramento County, CA
$98,400
Carlsbad, CA
$380,000
San Diego, CA
$35,000
Available Nationwide
$105,000
California
$700,000
Yolo County, CA
$275,000
$180,000
San Francisco, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Burney, CA
$350,000
Morro Bay, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $500,000
Jeff Linda Nyman
First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Since 1994 First Choice Business Brokers Las Vegas has created successful Business Sale Transactions by: - A consultive approach with both Buyer and Seller from valuation through transfer of ownership, always creating a win-win outcome. - Negotiating between Buyer and Seller by keeping their end goal in mind which is a smooth transition of ownership with terms that are acceptable to both. - Facilitating the sale by being a conduit of information between Buyer and Seller. - Navigating the process between Buyer, Seller, Closing Entity and Lenders. We listen, apply our knowledge, and prioritize your needs. From inquiry to close we are committed to confidentially serving our clients. If you're looking to buy or sell a business, don't settle for anything less than our professional, experienced business intermediaries. Business owners, when it is time to reap the rewards of your years of hard work, plan to enhance your business' value with effective pre-sale planning , market positioning and optimized deal structure. Your approach to selling your business will determine your legacy. Our passionate team of professionals and our comprehensive processes will get the job done.
Santa Ana, CA
$130,000
Oakland, CA
$135,000
Sonoma County, CA
$1,300,000
Long Beach, CA
$125,000
Pleasant Hill, CA
$50,000
Available in California
$110,000
Orange County, CA
$2,895,000
Bakersfield, CA
$299,000
$390,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,152,000
San Diego, CA
$99,000
Santa Barbara County, CA
$1,100,000
Santa Clara County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $520,000
Hayward, CA
$925,000
Palm Springs, CA
$699,000
San Diego, CA
$170,000
Available in California
$30,000
Orange County, CA
$13,900,000
Torrance, CA
$25,000
Sunnyvale, CA
Sacramento, CA
$695,000
Los Angeles, CA
$1,150,000
Available in California
$65,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Alameda County, CA
$3,900,000
Coronado, CA
$150,000
Anaheim, CA
$1,400,000
Petaluma, CA
$331,000
Long Beach, CA
$1,500,000
Stan Cortland
CURB
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Transforming Dreams into Reality
San Jose, CA
$2,750,000
La Mirada, CA
$80,000
$1,999,000
Orange County, CA
Contra Costa County, CA
$150,000
Walnut Creek, CA
$750,000
Available Nationwide
$35,000
Sacramento County, CA
$1,200,000
Glendale, CA
$375,000
Manteca, CA
$325,000
Orange, CA
$159,890
San Diego, CA
$2,500,000
San Diego County, CA
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $456,000
Oakland, CA
$250,000
San Diego County, CA
$31,999
San Francisco, CA
$725,000
Available Nationwide
$50,000
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business in California, it’s crucial to gain an understanding of how the market values these businesses, and what average financial performance looks like. To that end, we have aggregated listings data to surface current valuation multiples and typical financials of California service businesses.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
423 |
|
Median Asking Price |
$322,500 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$400,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$136,896 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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California Service Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.52 |
1.76 |
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Median |
0.80 |
2.58 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.18 |
3.47 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Read the Report:
Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business in California?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in California is approximately $322,500.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but California service business owners report median annual sales of $400,000 and annual owner earnings of $136,896. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a service business?
Valuing a service business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit, owner earnings, growth (or decline) trends, and historical stability. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples of service businesses in California range from 0.52 to 1.18, with the median at 0.80. Earnings multiples range from 1.76 to 3.47, with the median at 2.58. These values indicate that a typical service business in California may sell for around 0.80 times its annual revenue, and 2.58 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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