Woodland Hills, CA
Businesses in California For Sale
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Japanese Sushi Restaurant in Woodland Hills
Well-Established Window Coverings & Home Security Business – Turnkey
Sacramento County, CA
Market & Deli Medeterinannian Grocery Store
Roseville, CA
Compounding Pharmacy inside Large Medical Center [Sterile/Non Sterile]
San Diego, CA
Manufacturer and Distributor of Automotive Service Supplies
Los Angeles County, CA
Round Table Pizza Franchise – Strong Sales, Prime for Hands-On Owner
San Joaquin County, CA
Mexican Restaurant - Tacos with Beer & Wine
Artesia, CA
3,450sf K-town 9 Years Established Restaurant w/Beer&Wine License
Los Angeles, CA
Acquisition Opportunity CPR Training 23,000 data base
Sacramento, CA
Established Asian Restaurant with ABC 41 License
San Diego, CA
Profitable North County Guitar Retail Store
San Diego County, CA
Real Estate Staging Services
Alameda County, CA
TurnKey Trucking Company for Sale
Riverside County, CA
Established Business Brokerage Franchise Opportunity – So. California
San Diego County, CA
Branded pizza restaurant for sale near UC Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
Local Pool and Spa Construction Company
California
Scott Weavil
Sierra Pacific Partners
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Sierra Pacific Partners is a boutique M&A advisory firm and business brokerage focused on serving businesses throughout California and across the country. We advise dynamic companies and their owners at key inflection points.
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5 FedEx Linehaul Runs for Sale
Rialto, CA
Thai Restaurant in Redondo Beach – SBA Financing Avbl
Los Angeles County, CA
Deep AI powered Platform for Data Discovery, Compliance and DSPM
Santa Clara County, CA
Auto Repair Shop in Escondido, CA
Escondido, CA
Downtown Hayward Turnkey Bubble Tea Shop
Hayward, CA
Profitable Newark Bubble Tea Shop – Type 1 Hood + Low Rent
Newark, CA
Profitable General Engineering Company
Riverside County, CA
Market Sushi
Garden Grove, CA
PROFITABLE Semi Absentee Beauty Franchise in Affluent Area
Orange County, CA
Gorgeous Franchised Yoga Studio in San Diego
San Diego County, CA
HOME-BASED FLOWER SHOP - Low Overhead Cost
North Highlands, CA
Profitable Franchise Pizza Restaurant in Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz County, CA
Pizza Restaurant - Fairfax
Fairfax, CA
Stunning restaurant opportunity in the heart of the Riviera Village
Redondo Beach, CA
Snack Food Route and Distribution Business
San Joaquin County, CA
Japanese Ramen restaurant for sale in Elk Grove next to highway 5
Elk Grove, CA
Established Hair Salon and Barbershop In Irvine, Low rent , 5 chairs
Irvine, CA
Located near Manhattan Beach – 8,100 sq ft Gastropub concept
Los Angeles County, CA
Large-Scale Education Business with Proven Cash Flow..
Alhambra, CA
Hacienda Heights Market for Sale
Hacienda Heights, CA
Staffing Business in growing upscale market!
Orange County, CA
Vegan Thai Restaurant for Sale! AMAZING!!!
Santa Monica, CA
Long-Standing Outdoor Structures Business | Seller Financing
San Bernardino County, CA
The Bar You've Always Wanted
Los Angeles, CA
State of the Art Express Car Wash Business only
Lancaster, CA
Long standing sushi restaurant in Santa Ana
Santa Ana, CA
After School, Franchise , Fremont, California
Fremont, CA
Successful Urology Medical Practice
California
Jared Olson
The Firm Advisors, LLC
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Sells is an accomplished businesswoman with expertise and instinct for mergers and acquisitions. With over 150 transactions under her belt since 2010, she and her team at The Firm specialize in pairing the owners of existing businesses with qualified individuals who can continue the legacy of the business. In 2018 alone they brought 49 businesses to the closing table, which is a nationally recognized high. Sells leads a team of empowered professionals who share her passion for client services and helping buyers and sellers imagine their futures, whether that means retirement, change in industry, or simply acquiring a company to expand their personal wealth. The Firm Business Brokerage works with businesses large and small, from the Middle Market to Main Street. If you’d like to pursue an exit from an existing company or would like to become a business owner without “starting from scratch”, Sells and her team would welcome the opportunity to meet with you. Prior to founding The Firm, Sells founded Agency 89, a talent agency which then became Nebraska’s first licensed talent school. She served as President until the agency’s acquisition in 2009. Among her professional affiliations are Vistage, a board member of Entrepreneur’s Organization Nebraska (EO), Rotary International and the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce. She served on the board of Heartland Family Services and volunteers regularly for organizations such as The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, where she was a nominee for Woman of the Year, St. Patrick’s parish and is a mentor for the Transition Assistance Program at Offutt Air Force Base. Sells was named “Best of Omaha” Business Broker of the Year from 2012-20178 She is also the Editor of The Deal Review, a publication distributed to 21,000 business owners. Her accomplishments include cover stories in Midlands Business Journal, The Daily Record, Omaha Magazine, and features on Fox News and CBS’ Morning Blend. When away from the office, Cortney and her partner Adam enjoy active roles at St. Margaret Mary Catholic School, coaching their daughter Vienna’s soccer team and boating on the lake with their son Knoxx and three dogs.
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2 Location Coffee Brand with Kitchens
Beverly Hills, CA
Super profitable sushi restaurant in Japantown
San Francisco, CA
Gorgeous Franchised Yoga Studio in San Diego
San Diego County, CA
Gorgeous, Multi-Location Franchised Yoga Studios in San Diego
San Diego County, CA
Deck Design & Build Contractor - Profitable & Long-Established
Sonoma County, CA
High Volume Asian buffet restaurant for sale in SF Fisherman Whalf
San Francisco, 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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