Carmel, CA
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Barnyard Carmel Restaurant For Sale
Candy Store Downtown Monterey
Monterey, CA
Prime Location Established Bubble Tea Shop
California
Prime Location Established Bubble Tea Shop
California
A profitable Vietnamese restaurant in S. San Jose
San Jose, CA
Allstate Agency in Northern CA. Elite Status - Active Variable Comp
San Joaquin County, CA
Restaurant Space in Santa Barbara County
Santa Barbara County, CA
Asian hot pot restaurant for sale in Fremont near COSTCO, TARGET
Fremont, CA
Calabasas, CA CPA Practice for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Profitable Physical Therapy Practice in San Jose
San Jose, CA
Subway Oakland
Oakland, CA
Own Anchor Preschool in Anderson — Business & Real Estate Available
Shasta County, CA
Established Medical Transportation Business
Riverside County, CA
Online Education Business
Los Angeles County, CA
Automotive Repair Shop
Orange County, CA
Software Intellectual Property
Rancho Mirage, CA
Katrina CBI MAMI
M&A Business Advisors
Serving Sacramento County, CA
M&A Business Advisors is a full-service Business Brokerage and M&A Advisory Firm and the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions. M&A Business Advisors specializes in the CONFIDENTIAL sale of privately owned businesses in a wide range of industries including Manufacturing, Wholesale Distribution, Service, Retail, Health Care, E-Commerce, Software, Construction, Food & Beverage and more. We use proprietary methods and advanced technology to better serve our clients and accomplish their objectives. M&A Business Advisors are highly respected, experienced Advisors who are recognized as some of the top deal makers in the industry. Our Advisors have extensive backgrounds as well as years of experience and knowledge in a wide range of industries. We work as a “Team” to collaborate and share our knowledge and expertise to best represent our clients. Our Advisors hold some of the top designations in the industry including the Certified Business Intermediaries (CBI) designation issued by the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), the Lifetime Certified Business Intermediaries (L-CBI) designation issued by the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), the Merger and Acquisition Master Intermediary (M&AMI) designation issued by M&A Source, the Certified Business Brokers (CBB) designation issued by the California Association of Business Brokers and the BBP – Industry Expert designation. Our Advisors are considered “Influencers” and have been instrumental in improving the standards and ethics within the industry. Our Advisors are actively involved as industry association Presidents, industry association Board Members, industry association Committee Chairs, industry association Instructors as well as contributors to industry publications. Selling or purchasing a business can be a complex, time consuming process. The process involves 100% commitment and a “hands on” approach by the Advisor along with expertise in a wide range of fields such as finance, accounting, commercial leases, understanding contracts and industry dynamics, managing due diligence, negotiations, preparing contracts and more. Our years of experience along with our proprietary process and ability to work as a team to solve complex issues that arise in transactions is what separates us from the competition. Rest assured that when you are working with a M&A Business Advisor, you are working with the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions. Please refer to our website and contact one of our Advisors near you for a complimentary consultation.
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Absentee-Run Boba Franchise – Established Brand + Loyal Customers
Newark, CA
Retiring Dry Cleaners in Whittier
Whittier, CA
Well-Known Local Clothing Store
Long Beach, CA
$100k Down, Bar/Restaurant/Patio/Brewery & Exquisite 5 Room Hotel
San Luis Obispo, CA
Busy Greek & Fusion Food Truck Biz – Great Brand & Growth Potential
San Diego, CA
Car wash with LAND $3.6M
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lake Elsinore, CA
Recent Price Drop-Motivated Seller, Well-Established
Santa Rosa, CA
Asian Dumpling restaurant for sale in SF near Stonetown mall
San Francisco, CA
Janitorial Supply Co. Turn- key 54 years under same ownership!
Los Angeles County, CA
European Restaurant & Deli with Loyal Client Base & Fantastic Location
Los Angeles, CA
Premier Custom Screen Printing + Embroidery Business
San Diego County, CA
Family run Asian restaurant for sale in South San Jose
San Jose, CA
Price Reduced! As Seen on TV Store Cannery Row, CA.
Monterey, CA
Boba tea and Vietnamese sandwich shop for sale in Downtown Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa, CA
$1.15M Revenue Artisan Donut & Pastry Bakery – Strong Cash Flow
Alameda County, CA
Beer,Wine & Grocery Store for Sale in San Joaquin County CA
San Joaquin County, CA
Convenience store with Indian Grocery
Yuba City, CA
Established Thai restaurant for sale in SF Lower Nob Hill
San Francisco, CA
Established Restaurant & Bar, Patio, Long Term lease
Costa Mesa, CA
Luxury Kitchen and Bath Hub
Stanislaus County, CA
"Excellent Mobil Gas Station with Starbucks & Subway as your Tenants"
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Kettleman City, CA
Pine House Cafe & Tavern!
Mount Laguna, CA
Hand Car Wash Orange County
Orange County, CA
Express Car Wash Orange County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Orange County, CA
A Thriving, Modern Hair Salon – Turnkey
California
Asian hot pot restaurant for sale in South San Francisco
South San Francisco, CA
Great Price Allstate Agency 10 year Location
Santa Clara County, CA
Well Established Profitable Machine Shop in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
Tim Gunsten
The Exit Company
Serving San Diego County, CA
The Exit Company is a business brokerage firm dedicated to helping small and middle-market business owners sell on their terms. We specialize in businesses with annual revenues between $1 million and $25 million — the segment where owners deserve institutional-quality representation but too often don't get it. Founded by entrepreneurs who have sat on the seller's side of the table, we built The Exit Company to be the firm we wished we'd had during our own exits. We know what it feels like to hand over something you've built. That perspective drives everything we do, from valuation through closing. We focus on the sale of your business so you can focus on what comes next. Our process is built around three principles: integrity, communication, and efficiency. You'll always know where your deal stands. We move quickly without cutting corners. And we protect the terms that matter most to you - not just the headline price. Whether you're ready to go to market today or planning an exit five years from now, we partner with you at every stage: opinion of value, exit preparation, confidential marketing, buyer qualification, negotiations, due diligence, and closing. Headquartered in Carlsbad, California. Serving sellers nationwide.
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Supermarket with Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Beaumont, CA
High Growth MarTech Consulting Firm
Alameda County, CA
Dental Practice Management SaaS Platform
Alameda County, CA
Custom Automotive Accessory Brand with Strong Market Presence
Los Angeles County, CA
76 Gas Station with Liquor License including Real Estate For Sale
Kern County, CA
Top Fast Food Restaurant
California
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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