Hollywood, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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VERY FAMOUS Thai Restaurant for Sale! In West Hollywood! WOW!!
Dry Cleaner in West Hills
West Hills, CA
Chinese Skewer and noodles restaurant for sale in SF Outer Richmond
San Francisco, CA
Boba tea and snack shop for sale in San Leandro shopping plaza
San Leandro, CA
High Volume chinese restaurant for sale in Livermore shopping plaza
Livermore, CA
Profitable, Well Established Home Health Care Agency in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
Well established [1987] Retail Pharmacy located in Joshua Tree
Joshua Tree, CA
Simple Coin Laundry as Absentee Owner's Run For Sale in Oakland
Oakland, CA
25 years established Landscaping business for sale in Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
Absentee run Full bar and restaurant for sale in Folsom
Folsom, CA
Small Sushi restaurant for sale in Russian Hills of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
Soundproofing Design, Consultation and Installation
San Francisco, CA
Med Spa - Established over 15 years! San Gabriel Valley
Arcadia, CA
2nd Gen Flex Space Ready for Fitness, Dance, Events, Adult Day Care
Marina Del Rey, CA
5+ Y/O Connected Fitness Technology Platform
Los Angeles, CA
Absentee-Run Gastropub with Type 47 License
Orange County, CA
Rodney Holt
Transworld Business Advisors of Tri-Valley
Serving Stanislaus 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 Advisor 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 has been a mainstay in the business mediation industry for over 25 years, specializing only in businesses sales. We focus on your specific industry to find the right buyer. This means faster results for you. Our professionals consist of sophisticated and experienced experts in business and finance. Many have owned businesses and can relate to the stresses and pains that can go along with the selling process. Our service, dedication and drive is available and ready to be put to use for you.
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El Segundo Prime Location – Authentic Japanese Restaurant For Sale
El Segundo, CA
Prime Glendale Location – Turnkey Beauty Business For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Community-Focused Craft Gastropub & Kitchen
San Bernardino County, CA
Corporate Catering Business with 300+ Recurring Clients
Orange County, CA
Two Locations of Modern Full-Service Nail Salon in San Diego County
San Diego County, CA
Well-Established Landscaping & Maintenance Business for Sale
California
Established Mexican restaurant with fast food consept
San Francisco, CA
Machine shop - good opportunity for 1st-time buyer
Orange County, CA
RCFE / ARF / Congregate / Recuperative Care Facility
Palmdale, CA
Gas station with the real property In Contra costa County
Contra Costa County, CA
Net $500k Gas Station + Real Property | ARCO/AMPM Approve| Corner Lot
Solano County, CA
$6M Los Angeles County Clinical Laboratory
Los Angeles County, CA
4th Ave Gaslamp Restaurant / Bar For Sale with Type 47 ABC License
San Diego, CA
Own a Creative Production Studio with Big Growth Potential
Studio City, CA
Fast Food Take-out Sushi & Japanese Restaurant
Monterey County, CA
Semi-Absentee Owned Profitable Carnicería for Sale
Perris, CA
Remodeling & Repair Company Specializing in Manufactured Homes
California
Well-Established Beauty, Cosmetology & Training Center
Los Angeles County, CA
Established 50-Year Auto Shop w/Loyal Clientele & Strong Cash Flow
Auberry, CA
Regional Development Opportunity For Top 10 Sandwich Brand
Own a Turnkey Psychotherapy Practice
San Francisco, CA
Orange County Music School with 7 rooms
Orange County, CA
Carl's Jr - Southern California
Redondo Beach, CA
For Sale – Non-Branded Gas Station On Hwy 99 In Sutter County, CA
Yuba City, CA
Prime Irvine Spectrum Flagship Restaurant
Irvine, CA
$2.7M+ Sales Restaurant Brand 2 Locations + Food Truck | Semi-Absentee
San Francisco County, CA
Established Circle K Store in A Stand Alone Building With Low Rent
Downey, CA
Merchant Processing / Service Provider for Sale
California
Brigitte H
Keller William Realty Studio City
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Brigitte H - 310 801 0705
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Music School. Semi-Absentee. Enormous Growth Opportunity
Alameda County, CA
Under Contract - Kern County Medical Transport Service
Bakersfield, CA
Turnkey Aldea Franchise — San Jose, Ready Day One
Sushi in West Los Angeles
West Los Angeles, CA
Price Reduced! Physical therapy business in Northern Part of CA
Santa Clara County, CA
Physical therapy business in Northern CA
Santa Clara County, CA
"Pleasanton" Prime Location, Restaurant & Bar, with 47 Liquor License!
Pleasanton, CA
Leading Framing and Drywall Company
California
$6M Rev. LA-based fashion accessories brand
Los Angeles County, CA
Elite Silicon Valley Locksmith & Door Hardware Authority
Santa Clara County, 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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