Concord, CA
Businesses For Sale in California


Solano County, CA
San Diego County, CA

San Diego County, CA
Montague, CA
El Dorado County, CA
Pasadena, CA
Alameda, CA
Ventura County, CA
Palm Springs, CA
Riverside County, CA
North Hollywood, CA
Simi Valley, CA
Busy Subway Restaurant
$380,000
Los Angeles County, CA
San Juan Capistrano, CA
Canoga Park, CA
Bradley Bickers
GBB Advisors
Serving Tulare County, CA
GBB Advisors is dedicated to the sale of businesses and business assets. Our team of experienced and dedicated associates will Value, Market and Close your transaction with the professionalism that you deserve. Our marketing methodology focuses on identifying potential buyers based on relevance, ability and motivation. Starting with an initial marketing strategy kick-off, we identify existing buying clients, potential market related buyers and equity groups that are ideal candidates. Once identified each candidate is contacted and managed through a detail process to ensure a smooth transaction.
California
Marin County, CA
Murrieta, CA
San Francisco County, CA
Modesto, CA
Vista, CA
Alameda County, CA
Orange County, CA
Los Angeles: Established Security Services Business Backed by Signal
Los Angeles, CA
California
Orange County, CA
Whittier, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fresno County, CA
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
California
Orange County, CA
San Francisco, CA
Fresno, CA
El Dorado County, CA
Salinas, CA
Profitable Established Cell Phone Repair Business- High Traffic
$220,000
San Bernardino, CA
San Francisco, CA
Eureka, CA
Upland, CA
Santa Ana, CA
Sonoma County, CA
Alameda, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
San Diego, CA
Ivy Liu
Citiwide Group Inc.
Serving Orange County, CA
Cupertino, CA
Pasadena, CA
Turnkey Hybrid Model & Talent Agency
$3,000,000
California
Orange County, CA
Carlsbad, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Sonoma County, CA
Santa Clara County, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Sacramento, 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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