Mendocino County, CA
Businesses in California For Sale


Orange, CA

Alameda County, CA

San Diego, CA
Fullerton, CA
Alameda County, CA
East Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Cathedral City, CA
Santa Rosa, CA
Los Angeles, CA
San Diego County, CA
Van Nuys, CA
Torrance, CA
Monrovia, CA
Orange County, CA
Haik Bokhchalian
JohnHart Commercial
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
JohnHart has established a reputation for excellence in customer service, innovative technology, and comprehensive market insights. Mission: Our mission is to empower our clients to achieve their financial goals by offering tailored investment strategies and unparalleled support. We believe in building long-term relationships based on trust, transparency, and mutual success. Wealth Management: Personalized investment strategies and portfolio management services designed to grow and protect wealth. Research and Insights: In-depth market analysis and research reports that equip our clients with the information they need to make informed decisions. Educational Resources: A commitment to client education through workshops, webinars, and one-on-one consultations. Technology: Our cutting-edge trading platform combines user-friendly design with powerful analytical tools, ensuring that our clients have access to the resources they need to navigate today’s complex financial markets. We continuously invest in technology to enhance user experience and improve transaction efficiency. Community Engagement: We believe in giving back to the community. Through various philanthropic initiatives and partnerships, we support local organizations and strive to make a positive impact on society.
Laguna Hills, CA
Orange County, CA
Monterey County, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Beverly Hills, CA
San Diego County, CA
Alameda County, CA
Richmond, CA
San Francisco County, CA
Saratoga, CA
Oceanside, CA
San Diego County, CA
California
Riverside County, CA
Oakland, CA
La Quinta, CA
Yuba County, CA
Riverside, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
California
California
West Covina, CA
Santa Barbara, CA
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Fresno County, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Riverside County, CA
Daly City, CA
San Francisco, CA
Nick Craft
Berkshire Hathaway Commercial Division
Serving Alameda County, CA
Craft Business Sales at Berkshire Hathaway combines a world-renowned reputation with exceptional service, professional support, and integrity in every transaction. In addition to business brokerage, we also provide commercial real estate sales and leasing services. We market and sell a wide range of businesses throughout California, with offices in Pasadena, Santa Barbara, and the East Bay/San Francisco area to better serve our clients. Our team brings extensive experience in business operations, sales, marketing, and commercial real estate. We have particular expertise in property management, construction, restaurants, grocery, hospitality, medical, and specialty food and beverage businesses. At the same time, we enjoy working with and successfully selling a diverse range of industries. We provide complimentary business valuations and confidential marketing, and we take great pride in producing high-quality marketing materials and executing comprehensive sales strategies. On average, we successfully close more than 15 business sales per year and maintain a large national database of qualified buyers.
San Francisco, CA
Hermosa Beach, CA
Pleasanton, CA
Carson, CA
Hollywood, CA
Roseville, 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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