Nevada County, CA
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Profitable Specialty Outdoor Retailer
333K Net Absentee-Owner DME Business in California
California
Semi-absentee run boba tea shop for sale in Menlo Park
Menlo Park, CA
Beautiful newly remodeled nail salon for sale located in Sunnyvale
Sunnyvale, CA
Manufacturing & Distribution Business For Sale
San Diego County, CA
Beauty Salon in Pasadena
Pasadena, CA
HUGE PRICE REDUCTION!! Premier Florist Located In South Orange County
Orange County, CA
Fully Equipped Nail salon in Prime Location
Ventura County, CA
Dry Cleaner in Oak Park
Oak Park, CA
Highly Profitable Commercial Restroom Partition Mfr & Installer
Orange County, CA
Beauty Supply in La Brea
Los Angeles, CA
Mail Box business in San Fernando Valley
Sherman Oaks, CA
Afghani/Indian/Pakistani Restaurant - Heart of Roseville
Roseville, CA
HB Sushi & Hand Roll Restaurant + Full Liquor License
$450,000
Huntington Beach, CA
High Profit Smog Test Only-South Orange Co.
Orange County, CA
Established & Profitable UPS Store Franchise in Prime Ventura Location
Ventura, CA
Bill Corley - BottomLine Business Brokers
BottomLine Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Professionally, confidentially and with the highest integrity, BottomLine provides business brokerage and M&A services to Buyers and Sellers of small and medium-sized California businesses across a wide range of industries. Our team of experienced, licensed brokers provide exceptional service, from the first client meeting to the close of escrow ... and beyond! BottomLine is the brokerage with a competitive edge, a powerful blend of old school sales finesse and modern digital marketing. We have an active following - half our deals come from our massive database of qualified buyers, who also love to purchase the real estate. We work tirelessly to match each business for sale with the right buyer and guide the company through the complexities of transitioning to new ownership. If it's a business, our brokers have sold one just like it! With well over a thousand businesses sold under one roof, we deliver superior results. And that's the BottomLine. Business Owners: •No Upfront Fees - Only pay when your business sells. •Valuations - Business valuations take experience: they're a blend of the state of your company, its profitability and market conditions. We'll help determine fair market value. •Accomplished - The BottomLine team has sold businesses in YOUR industry. •Peace of Mind - Selling businesses is a full-time job; you run your company and let us handle the sale. •Experienced Guides - We shepherd the process from start to finish: documentation, marketing, due diligence, and escrow. •Representation Matters - Great representation stacks the odds in favor of a successful sale. A BottomLine broker is a huge advantage! Buyers: •Opportunity - Each business we represent is an opportunity for the right Buyer. •The Highest Standards - We represent each business with integrity, disclosure, and accuracy. •First Time Buyers Welcome - Many of our Buyers are first-timers. Don’t worry, we’ll coach you through the process.
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taxi company serving entire Coachella Valley
Palm Springs, CA
QSR Franchise-3 locations in Orange County, buy one or all three
Orange County, CA
QSR Franchise-3 locations in Orange County, buy one or all three
Orange County, CA
Fully Remodeled, Absentee Operated Baskin-Robbins Franchise
Alameda County, CA
Highly Automated Property Management Business with Growth Upside
Orange County, CA
Fabulous Food Opportunity
Beverly Hills, CA
Established Dessert & Frozen Yogurt Shop in Prime Coastal Town
Orange County, CA
Cute Home Goods Shop in Mill Valley For Sale
Mill Valley, CA
1. $150K ASSET SALE In The Heart Of San Diego!
$150,000
San Diego, CA
Established STAR Smog Test Only Center, $15K Monthly Net
Los Angeles County, CA
Yogurtland Franchise in North Orange County
Orange County, CA
Popular Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant within a Busy Shopping Center
Sonoma County, CA
Hamburger Franchise in Popular Outlet Mall
Ventura County, CA
Global NVOCC/Freight Forwarder: Exceptional Value
San Mateo County, CA
Global NVOCC/Freight Forwarder: Exceptional Value
San Mateo County, CA
Dry Cleaning Plant – 18 Years, Busy Location, Avg. Monthly Net 12K.
Los Angeles County, CA
Profitable Beer & Wine Store with for Sale - High Lotto Income
Long Beach, CA
Premier Long Beach Coastal Corridor | Full Service Restaurant & Bar
Orange County, CA
Meat Market - Convenience Store, Big price reduction.
Paramount, CA
Producing Oil & Gas Investment - Nexus Bear Lake, LP
$100,000
Newport Beach, CA
Established Specialty Dessert & Bakery Business | Fully Equipped
Orange County, CA
$70,000 Asset Sale - Modern Asian Restaurant in fashionable Los Feliz
Los Angeles County, CA
Korean BBQ Restaurant for Sale | $299,000
Alameda County, CA
Trusted Ventura County Fencing Business Primed for Growth
Ventura County, CA
Wholesale Flowers to Retail Stores.
Los Angeles County, CA
Floral Design Studio Serving Weddings & Special Events
Livermore, CA
Beverage Drinks Shop FOR SALE in City of Industry
Rowland Heights, CA
$195,000 - Orange County - 4.5 Yelp Stars – BBQ Restaurant
Orange County, CA
Siavosh Ardalan CBB,CABB,IBBA,Bsc,MSc,NAR
RED HOT PROPERTIES
Serving Orange County, CA
I have owned and operated three retail and four service businesses and sold all of them. As a business broker I fully understand the seller and the buyer . I bring them together and close escrow. Always discrete and confidential. Experience does count. Broker/Owner , not an agent . Representing buyers and sellers of businesses in Orange County and surrounding areas. Experienced in Selling Retail , Service , Manufacturing businesses & Medical Practices . Bachelors and Masters from USC. Real Estate Broker. Certified Business Broker CBB Member California Association of Business Brokers. Member National Association of Realtors. Member International Business Brokers Association. Member Orange Chamber of Commerce.
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High End Area Famous Grocery Store / Super Market
Santa Clara County, CA
Chinese restaurant with a reasonal rent-fully equipped
Fremont, CA
Full Welding & Sheet Metal Fab Shop – Owner Retiring, Asset Sale
$230,000
North Hollywood, CA
Established 7-Eleven Franchise Opportunity in Prime Garden Grove
Orange County, CA
Established Concrete Cutting Business
Orange County, CA
Established Concrete Cutting Business
Orange County, CA
Established Ventura County Design-Build Kitchen & Bath Remodeling Biz
Ventura County, CA
Barbershop Business for sale
Atwater, CA
13 FedEx Ground Routes, Santa Rosa (Windsor) CA
Windsor, CA
Trash Can Cleaning Service with Like new Isuzu Truck
Newport Beach, 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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