San Carlos, CA
Businesses For Sale in California


Granada Hills, CA

Fremont, CA

Artesia, CA
Village, CA
Costa Mesa, CA
Burbank, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Garden Grove, CA
Los Angeles, CA
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, CA
Ventura, CA
Anaheim, CA
Cucamonga, CA
Walnut Creek, CA
Mark Tzalka, LCBB, CFC
https://www.tsifranchisegroup.org/
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Mark Tzalka, LCBB, EECA is a Certified Business Broker. was associated with "Murphy Business " for 10 years as an area developer. One Of The Largest And Most Successful Business Brokerage Firms In The Nation With Offices Conveniently Located Throughout The United States. Mark Tzalka, is also a Certified Machinery and Equipment Appraiser.
Montclair, CA
Brea, CA
San Francisco, CA
Canoga Park, CA
Beverly Hills, CA
Chino Hills, CA
National City, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Ventura County, CA
San Diego, CA
San Francisco, CA
Pasadena, CA
Highland, CA
Pasadena, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Sacramento, CA
Berkeley, CA
Rancho Cordova, CA
Santa Monica, CA
Orange County, CA
Orange County, CA
Ventura, CA
San Diego, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Campbell, CA
Campbell, CA
San Diego, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Arvinder Sekhon
Exit Realty Consultants
Serving San Joaquin County, CA
Arvinder Sekhon is a trusted and results-driven real estate professional dedicated to helping clients achieve their property goals with confidence. Known for integrity, professionalism, and personalized service, Arvinder provides expert guidance, strategic advice, and strong representation throughout every stage of the real estate process. Whether you are buying your first home, selling a property, investing in real estate, or relocating, Arvinder takes the time to understand your needs and develop a strategy tailored to your goals. With clear communication, skilled negotiation, and a commitment to client satisfaction, Arvinder works diligently to make every transaction smooth, successful, and rewarding. From the initial consultation to the closing table, clients can rely on Arvinder Sekhon for honest advice, attentive service, and dependable real estate expertise.
San Francisco, CA
El Monte, CA
Hollywood, CA
Santa Fe Springs, CA
Garden Grove, CA
Los Angeles, 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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