Fremont, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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Liquor & Food Store in Irvington District, Fremont, California 94538
Nice pool hall (billiards parlor) located in downtown hayward
Hayward, CA
Pet Grooming Salon for Sale
Fresno, CA
Walnut Creek CA CPA Book of Business for Sale
Contra Costa County, CA
Established 16 Years Fast Food Restaurant for sale
Bell Gardens, CA
Established 13-Year Korean Fashion Boutique in San Francisco – Turnkey
San Francisco, CA
Price Reduction .....Profitable Auto Body Shop
Van Nuys, CA
Established Septic Company for sale
Murrieta, CA
10 FedEx Ground Routes - Riverside (Rialto), CA - Seller Financing
Riverside, CA
22 FedEx Ground Routes - Ventura, CA - Vehicle Financing
Ventura, CA
11 FedEx Ground Routes - Ventura, CA - Vehicle Financing
Ventura, CA
Stand Alone with 47 license-beautful build out-close to beach
San Diego, CA
47 License-Great Area-Well Designed-Good Volume-Keep Or Change Menu
San Diego, CA
e-commerce bus for sale Truck modifications - Lift kit, Wheel spacers
$239,000
Azusa, CA
Established Gourmet Popcorn Manufacturer
Contra Costa County, CA
Korean Tofu & BBQ Restaurant in Orange County
Orange County, CA
Rick Rayl, CBB, CBI
Transworld Business Advisors Coachella Valley
Serving Riverside County, CA
When a company owner needs to sell their business, they can’t just stick a for sale sign in the window. They need the assistance of a business broker to locate and vet potential buyers. On the other side, buyers rely on the broker to help facilitate the process of evaluating potential businesses and franchises for sale. A Transworld Business Advisor is the solution for both scenarios. Transworld Business Advisorson three core concepts: business brokerage, franchise consulting and franchise development. The History Of Transworld Business Advisors Established in 1979, Transworld Business Advisors was originally founded in South Florida by Don (a 30 year IBM executive) and his wife Bonnie Parrish. It quickly grew to the largest business brokerage in the U.S. Although the company was thriving, CEO Andrew Cagnetta envisioned even more growth. It wasn’t long before United Franchise Group CEO Ray Titus and Cagnetta teamed up to form a partnership and offer Transworld Business Advisors as a franchise. With over 25 years in franchising, Ray provided the leadership under United Franchise Group, which is home to award winning franchises such as Signarama, Fully Promoted (formally EmbroidMe), Experimac, SuperGreen Solutions, VentureX, and Jon Smith Subs. Andy provided the business brokerage industry experience. Their symbiotic relationship helped grow the Transworld franchise into more than 100 franchisees around the world. Transworld Business Advisors is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. Our state of the art training facility has helped thousands of entrepreneurs achieve their dream of business ownership. Transworld Business Advisors Today For over thirty-five years, Transworld has specialized in the sale of businesses and commercial real estate. Today Transworld Business Advisors is a global network of brokers offering a turnkey solution for those that want to build a solid business and future for themselves while maintaining a balanced quality of life. With our comprehensive training programs, full marketing support, and local field support, you won’t have to start from scratch. Our trained experts and mentors will help you every step of the way. Awards And Recognition Logos of Awards Transworld Business Advisors has been awarded several accolades including: Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 2014 and their special categories for top home-based and fastest growing franchise systems Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2013 Fastest Growing Franchise Franchise Times 200 Transworld Allegiances International Business Brokers Association, Inc. International Franchise Association
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Korean Food & K-Pop Food Style Cafe on Southern California
Irvine, CA
Well Known Korean style taste Fried Chicken Restaurant in K-Town LA
Los Angeles, CA
Hair & Nail Salon with Skin Care for Sale
Buena Park, CA
Big Bear Lake EA Firm for Sale
Big Bear Lake, CA
Turnkey Downtown Restaurant
Santa Barbara, CA
Successful Party Rental & Event Services Business
Santa Cruz County, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a turnkey beverage shop in sunnyvale
Sunnyvale, CA
Pizza -high volume super busy center-fully turn key operation
Thousand Oaks, CA
Established FedEx Linehaul Business | Rialto, CA
$2,495,000
Bloomington, CA
Hookah Lounge for Sale
San Diego, CA
Full Service Tree Trimming Co. Serving the Greater San Francisco Area
San Francisco County, CA
Laundry busine opportunity with real estate in highly dense South Gate
South Gate, CA
Mediterranean-seafood Restaurant only Opens 28 Hours a Week
Thousand Oaks, CA
GNC Business for Sale - 3 Los Angeles Locations
Los Angeles, CA
Trademarked Jewelry Brand — 4 Sales Channels + 43K Social Following
Los Angeles County, CA
Profitable Test Equipment Repair & Sales
Menlo Park, CA
Profitable Physical Therapy Practice in San Jose
San Jose, CA
Your Concept Your Opportunity
San Mateo County, CA
Keeping Businesses Always Connected
California
Premier Multi-Location Medical Weight Management & Wellness Platform
Santa Clara County, CA
Growing B2B Signage Company
California
Fast Food Take-out Sushi & Japanese Restaurant
Monterey County, CA
Highly Regarded Taproom/Restaurant – RE Available
California
Absentee Run Property Management Company
San Jose, CA
Specialty Contracting Business For Sale
San Diego County, CA
General Store
Anza, CA
Established Southern California Painting Business
Los Angeles County, CA
Preschool Business For Sale Oakdale, CA
Oakdale, CA
Wes Brown
California Business Sales
Serving Placer County, CA
California Business Sales represents the next generation of business brokerage — a seamless blend of technology, integrity, and market expertise. With agents positioned across California’s major cities, we leverage advanced valuation tools, secure seller dashboards, and real-time buyer portals to give our clients unmatched visibility and control. We believe great brokerage is built on responsiveness, accuracy, and trust. From detailed business valuations to strategic exit planning and financing solutions, our clients receive intelligent, high-touch service at every stage of the transaction. Founded and led by Wes Brown, a licensed broker and private pilot, California Business Sales operates with the same precision and foresight that define great aviation — clarity, discipline, and steady hands at the controls.
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Profitable Oversized Load Escort Service Provider
Fairfield, CA
Long established catering company for sale
Martinez, CA
A Rare, Turnkey Napa Wellness Float Spa Opportunity
$49,500
Napa, CA
San Jose Vietnam Town Restaurant – Prime Location Asian Community
San Jose, CA
Turnkey Full Service Restaurant & Bar
Sacramento, CA
Established Dry Cleaners, None within 5 mile radius, near freeway
Santa Fe Springs, CA
Amazing business opportunity popular cafe at trendy Valencia St
San Francisco, CA
Sandwich Franchise Restaurant
Pleasanton, CA
6 FedEx Ground Routes - San Diego, CA - Highly Profitable
San Diego, CA
17 FedEx Ground Routes - San Jose, CA - Highly Profitable
San Jose, 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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