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EXIT NOW - Fully Remodeled, Absentee Operated Baskin-Robbins Franchise
Japanese restaurant for sale in San Francisco Inner richmond
San Francisco, CA
Asian restaurant for sale in San Francisco Ingleside area
San Francisco, CA
Well Established, Profitable, Retail/Compounding Pharmacy in East Bay
Contra Costa County, CA
Sourdough Franchise Restaurant | $120,000 net profit | Absentee owner
Humboldt County, CA
Popular Main Street Restaurant and Bar with Live Music
Murphys, CA
Ice Cream Franchise, Well-Est., Great Location, No. Bay Area
Napa County, CA
Well established Medical Clinic, Internal Medicine, Sherman Oaks, CA
Sherman Oaks, CA
Established Chinese restaurant for sale in San Francisco Fillmore area
San Francisco, CA
Sourdough Franchise Sandwich Shop - Seller Financing Available
Mendocino County, CA
Pizza & Italian Restaurant
Contra Costa County, CA
Restaurant, Bar & Live Entertainment
Riverside County, CA
Highly Profitable Dry Cleaners Palm Springs
Riverside County, CA
High-Visibility Stand-Alone Restaurant
Santa Rosa, CA
Well Established Specialty Plumbing Contractor
Monterey County, CA
Licensed Preschool & RE | Affluent Demographics | SBA Eligible..
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Walnut, CA
Edward Fixen, Certified Business Broker
BusinessQuest Brokers, Inc.
Serving San Bernardino County, CA
Since 2006 BusinessQuest has specialized in representing sellers of privately-held, small and medium sized businesses with annual sales ranging from $500,000 up to $30 million. BusinessQuest is a full service business appraisal and business brokerage firm. Over the years we have sold over 150 businesses and valued another 200 businesses and developed expertise in the manufacturing, wholesale/distribution, business services, e-commerce, personal services, retail, food service, healthcare, and transportation & logistics industries. We are unique in that we are both Certified Business Appraisers and Certified Business Brokers, a distinction very few of our peers hold. We have two offices located in Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire to serve all of Southern California. Our staff consist of three (3) Certified Business Brokers, three (3) other experienced business brokers, one Certified Business Appraiser and one Certified Valuation Analyst. In addition to our business brokerage and M&A advisory expertise, we specialize in preparing business valuations and certified appraisals ranging from less costly opinion of value reports to comprehensive certified appraisals meeting the professional standards of the National Association of Certified Valuators & Analysts (NACVA).
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Fully Equipped Micro Brewery In North County
San Diego County, CA
Large-Format Los Feliz Hair & Beauty Salon | 20 Stations | 3,300 SF
Los Feliz, CA
Established Thai restaurant for sale in SF Tenderloin
San Francisco, CA
Pizza in N Hollywood
North Hollywood, CA
Gas station business only
Long Beach, CA
California Central Coast Multi-Practice Law Firm for Sale
Morro Bay, CA
Restaurant and Full Bar with Large Patio in Sebastopol for Sale
Sebastopol, CA
Santa Ana – Orange County CA Mission Tortilla Route for Sale
Santa Ana, CA
Popular Restaurant in Down Town Marin
San Rafael, CA
2 Location Long Beach Area Coffee Concept & Café
Long Beach, CA
Turnkey Wellness Studio Including Chiropractic Services in Palm Desert
Palm Desert, CA
Pizza Shop Best Long Beach Location Manager Run Hi Volume
Los Angeles County, CA
Busy Pizza Shop Costa Mesa Manager Run Draft Beer
Costa Mesa, CA
Turnkey Tasting Room, Rooftop Bar and Short Term Rental Unit!
Murphys, CA
Ventura County's Premiere Restaurant/Wine Bar
Ventura County, CA
Operational Home Health – ACHC Accredited and Fully Transferable
Chatsworth, CA
Tier 1 Defense Manufacturer, 30+ Years – Real Estate Available
Orange County, CA
Italian Restaurant
Palm Springs, CA
Tony's Men's Clothing
Palm Desert, CA
New, new, new in highly dense Los Angeles location
Los Angeles, CA
Profitable Restaurant w/Beer & Wine
Santa Barbara County, CA
High Profit, Fully Operational Flight School Academy
Orange County, CA
***UNDER LOI***San Francisco Bay Area Home Health Agency
California
(Sold! ) Edible Arrangements - Perfect for Owner Operators
San Joaquin County, CA
Adult Day Health Care Center with Property Near FWY 170
Los Angeles County, CA
Super Restaurant-Busy Location-Type 41-Profitable!!
Half Moon Bay, CA
Japanese Sushi Restaurant With B & W
Laguna Niguel, CA
Profitable Chinese Restaurant,Prime Woodland Hills – 25+ Years in Biz
Woodland Hills, CA
David Cutler
Woodbridge Investments Inc
Serving San Diego County, CA
San Diego's premier destination for business sales and real estate services. With a steadfast commitment to integrity and innovation, we specialize in unlocking the full potential properties and local businesses. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing, our expert team offers personalized solutions tailored to your unique goals. At Woodbridge Investment Inc., we're dedicated to maximizing value and exceeding expectations in every real estate/business transaction.
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Make money two ways with this company
Fountain Valley, CA
Highly Profitable, Well-Established Main Street Restaurant
Murphys, CA
Auto Body + Paint + Collision Facility
Gardena, CA
Contemporary rental Salon , 11 stations , Affluent city
Mission Viejo, CA
1500 Sq Ft - Fully Equipped Mongolian BBQ – near Marina Del Ray
Los Angeles County, CA
Liquor Store In OC--CA
Cypress, CA
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.
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