Fremont, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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Profitable Chinese restaurant with a reasonable rent
Well established Smoke Shop for Sale in Clovis, CA
Clovis, CA
Independent Gas station including property is for sale.
Victorville, CA
Profitable Test Equipment Repair & Sales
Menlo Park, CA
Hi Volume Dry Cleaner in Arcadia
Arcadia, CA
High Volume Liquor Store in Whittier
Whittier, CA
Award-Winning Auto Repair Shop in Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa, CA
Beer Wine Market in Anaheim
Anaheim, CA
Independent gas station with property
Los Angeles, CA
Coffee Shop Modeled After a Popular LA Coffee Concept
Orange County, CA
"San Jose" Prime Location with 41 Beer and Wine License!
San Jose, CA
Profitable Upscale Restaurant in La Jolla
La Jolla, CA
Liquor Store For Sale in Whittier
Whittier, CA
2nd Gen Flex Space Ready for Fitness, Dance, Events, Adult Day Care
Marina Del Rey, CA
Preschool Business for Sale in Danville
Danville, CA
Beauty salon for sale in Fremont near Warm Spring blvd
Fremont, CA
Cynthia Randall
Transworld Business Advisors of San Francisco
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors brings buyers and sellers together. We are the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses and mergers and acquisitions. Adding value by assisting business owners in the confidential sale of their business. Through the process, we also assist entrepreneurs to find opportunities of business ownership through buying existing businesses or franchises. Transworld Business Advisors has assisted thousands of owners with the sale of their businesses domestically and internationally.
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Established and busy restaurant for sale in Fremont near Costco
Fremont, CA
Franchise Postal & Shipping center
Contra Costa County, CA
Well-equipped Freestanding Restaurant with large private parking lot
San Jose, CA
Valero with Large Market & Drive-Thru QSR Restaurants
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Merced County, CA
Antique Store, Built-In Profits, Central Coast, California
Arroyo Grande, CA
Price Reduced! Established Subway! Orange County!
Orange County, CA
Seller Will Carry On Business- ARF-Richmond-Regional Center Clients
Richmond, CA
$6M Non-Alcoholic Beverage Mfg. Wellness & Mood (4026)
California
RCFE / ARF / Congregate / Recuperative Care Facility
Palmdale, CA
High-End Salon with Established Reputation
San Diego, CA
Vibrant Dessert Cafe for Sale-High Traffic Location
San Diego, CA
20 yr Established Dry Cleaners
Azusa, CA
Antique Shop On High Traffic Tourist Area
Riverside County, CA
Established, Money Making Car Wash business for sale!!
Sacramento, CA
Liquor Store in Densely Populated Area
South El Monte, CA
Specialty Laboratory Installation Contractor Business with Growth
Los Angeles County, CA
High End Liquor Store In Stand Alone Building with Ample Parking
Canoga Park, CA
After School Education
La Crescenta, CA
After School Education
La Crescenta, CA
Very Profitable EV Car Fleet Rental Business
Growing Home Health Agency for Sale
Fountain Valley, CA
Profitable B2B Print & Marketing Center
Sacramento, CA
Well Established [1975] Retail and Compounding – MALIBU/PP
Los Angeles County, CA
Established Profitable Muffler Shop - Orange County
Orange County, CA
Packaging/shipping/retail Matl's, Est. 35 Years, No. Bay Area
Sonoma County, CA
Pakistani and Indian restaurant for sale in Woodland of Yolo County
Woodland, CA
General Contractor - Remodeling, Additions & Repairs
California
Vehicle wrap and graphics business
Lake County, CA
Tawnya Gilreath
EXP Commercial of California, Inc.
Serving Riverside County, CA
EXP Commercial's Business Advisory division stands as a pioneering specialty group within the expansive umbrella of EXP World Holdings, a publicly traded global entity renowned for its innovative approach to the commercial real estate and business brokerage sectors. As a dedicated broker associate within this esteemed division, our focus is on delivering unparalleled expertise and strategic guidance to clients navigating the complexities of buying, selling, or expanding businesses. Our commitment to excellence, combined with EXP Commercial's cutting-edge technology and global network, ensures our clients not only achieve their immediate objectives but are also positioned for sustained success in the dynamic business landscape. Whether you're looking to acquire a new venture, divest an existing operation, or seek advisory services to elevate your business, our team is equipped to facilitate your goals with precision, integrity, and a personalized approach.
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Business Only Arco AM PM Gas Station with long term lease
Fresno, CA
ARCO AM/PM Gas Station + Real Estate | Fresno, CA Or Business Only Opt
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fresno, CA
Turnkey Japanese Gacha Vending – Licensed Products & Location Support
Japanese Ramen & Sushibar Absentee Restaurant for Sale
Solano County, CA
Turn-Key Restaurant Space
East Palo Alto, CA
Growing B2B Signage Company
California
Dry Cleaners 45 Years Loyal Customer Base
Orange County, CA
Highly Profitable Indian Grocery Market
Newark, CA
Postal Annex - Mailing Business
San Ramon, CA
Retail and wholesale bakery in Pasadena.
Pasadena, 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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