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Accounting Businesses and Tax Practices in CA For Sale

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Established Liberty Tax Franchise

Fullerton, CA

Liberty Tax is an established tax preparation franchise serving individuals and small businesses across the U.S. Franchisees operate their own local businesses while benefiting from an established...

$200,000

$200,000

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Franchise Tax Preparation with Accounting Services

Temecula, CA

Turnkey Tax Franchise in Temecula – Proven Profitability Opportunity Overview: Take ownership of a thriving, highly profitable tax preparation franchise located in the heart of Temecula, CA. With a...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

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Highly Profitable, Established CPA Firm in Southern California

Los Angeles County, CA

For over 25 years, this premier CPA firm has provided exceptional accounting, tax, and advisory services to a highly loyal client base in Southern California. Serving 100+ clients the firm has...

$3,300,000

$3,300,000

Cash Flow: $1,177,588

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CPA Tax and Bookkeeping Practice for sale

Bakersfield, CA

Presenting an opportunity to acquire a well-established CPA Tax and Bookkeeping Practice located in Bakersfield, California. This business has been operating successfully since 1994, demonstrating...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $57,040

SBA Pre-Qualified Legal Document Prep & Tax Practice - 25+ Years

Colton, CA

This well-established professional services firm has served the Inland Empire community for over 25 years, building a loyal, repeat client base across three complementary revenue streams: legal...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $87,846

Highly Profitable San Diego County CPA Practice

Escondido, CA

Revenue Breakdown (7/1/2025 - 6/30/2026): • Individual & Fiduciary Returns: 607 returns at $961.94 average fee: $583,895 • Business Returns: 220 returns at $1,833.72 average fee: $403,419 • Benefit...

$1,800,000

$1,800,000

Cash Flow: $736,144

RAPID GROWTH CPA - wants another CPA 25% - 49%

Cupertino, CA

PROFITABLE CPA FIRM IN SILICON VALLEY'S HEART Established in 1998 (took off a few years), this thriving accounting and tax practice operates in Cupertino, California, serving Silicon Valley's dynamic...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $225,000

Tax Practice Redding CA

Redding, CA

250 Clients: 200 1040, 45 Corporations, 10 Non Profit/Partnerships/Estates....

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$185,000

$185,000

Cash Flow: $110,000

Redwood City CA CPA Practice for Sale

San Mateo County, CA

This tax-focused practice offers an attractive opportunity for a local practitioner looking to expand through acquisition. Practice Highlights: • The owner is a CPA • This practice was established in...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $77,000

Tuolumne County CA CPA Practice for Sale

Sonora, CA

Established Tuolumne County CPA Practice with Excellent Fees and Strong Cash Flow Practice highlights: • The owner is a CPA • Software in use includes Lacerte, Quickbooks, and Clockify • Seller...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $123,000

ATAX
Franchise

Available in California

ATAX is the fastest growing, full-service national tax preparation and business services franchise, serving our local multicultural communities.

$25,000

$25,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $110,515

Pasadena Tax Firm for Sale

Pasadena, CA

Well-established bookkeeping, payroll, and tax practice for sale in the Pasadena, California region. The practice has family roots dating back more than 50 years and has operated under the current...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

Cash Flow: $583,563

Central Valley CA (Stanislaus County) CPA Practice for sale

Stanislaus County, CA

Established in 2010, this well-established CPA practice offers an attractive opportunity for a CPA firm seeking a substantial client base with a diversified mix of tax, accounting, payroll, and...

$1,900,000

$1,900,000

Cash Flow: $762,000

Walnut Creek CPA Firm for Sale

Walnut Creek, CA

Established CPA firm for sale in Walnut Creek, California. The practice was established in 2012 and began primarily as an audit practice. It has since diversified into tax, client accounting services,...

$1,150,000

$1,150,000

Cash Flow: $466,822

Quick Sale! Profitable Tax Business with 30 Years of Clients

Pleasant Hill, CA

After more than 30 years of serving the community, this well-established tax preparation business is available for sale. This is a turnkey opportunity for a tax professional, CPA, EA, bookkeeping...

$442,500

$442,500

Davis EA Firm for Sale

Davis, CA

Established Enrolled Agent tax practice for sale in Davis, California. The practice is operated by an EA with more than 23 years of experience serving the Davis community. The Seller is looking to...

$248,000

$248,000

Cash Flow: $132,828

Scott Weavil

Sierra Pacific Partners

Serving Sacramento County, CA

Sierra Pacific Partners is a boutique M&A advisory firm and business brokerage focused on serving businesses throughout California and across the country. We advise dynamic companies and their owners at key inflection points.

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Escondido, CA EA Practice for Sale

San Diego County, CA

• The owner is an EA • This practice was established in 2010 • Software in use includes Crosslink • Approximately $117,840 in annual revenue, via bookkeeping (40 clients) • Approximately $17,320 in...

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $143,000

Chico CA CPA Practice for Sale

Butte County, CA

Established in 1995, this well-established CPA practice offers an excellent opportunity for a local CPA or accounting firm seeking to expand its client base. 2026 Projected gross revenue has increased...

$875,000

$875,000

Cash Flow: $275,000

Eureka CA CPA Practice for Sale

Humboldt County, CA

Established Humboldt County CPA Practice – Serving Clients Since 1982 Practice highlights: • The owner is a CPA • Software in use includes Lacerte • Seller prefers a buyer located in Humboldt County...

$475,000

$475,000

Cash Flow: $164,000

Sacramento CPA Practice

Sacramento County, CA

This well-established practice generates a balanced mix of recurring bookkeeping & financial reporting revenue and tax compliance services, providing stable cash flow and long-standing client...

$800,000

$800,000

Cash Flow: $276,000

La Mesa CPA Firm for Sale

La Mesa, CA

Established CPA firm for sale in La Mesa, California. The practice was founded in 1992 and has built a long-standing presence in La Mesa. The Seller is preparing for retirement and is seeking to sell...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $222,624

Commission Express
Franchise

Available Nationwide

White-collar franchise. No holidays or weekends! Twenty-eight years of experience. Commission Express has a working relationship with most Real Estate companies. No license required.

$150,000

$150,000

Rancho Cordova (Sacramento area) CA CPA Tax Practice

Sacramento County, CA

Established in 1989, this well-established CPA practice presents an excellent opportunity for an established firm looking to expand its tax practice or for a sole practitioner seeking to acquire a...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $141,000

North Bay CA Bookkeeping Practice for Sale

Sonoma County, CA

Established North Bay Bookkeeping Practice with Strong Recurring Revenue • Approximately $800,000 in annual bookkeeping revenue from 130 clients • Owner currently works approximately 8 hours per week...

$960,000

$960,000

Cash Flow: $260,000

Huntington Beach, CA Tax Practice for Sale

Orange County, CA

• The owner is an EA • This practice was established in 1990 • Software in use includes Lacerte and QuickBooks • Approximately 980 individual tax returns with an average fee of $344 per return •...

$460,000

$460,000

Cash Flow: $106,762

Los Angeles, CA EA Practice for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

• The owner is an EA • This practice was established in YEAR • Software in use includes Lacerte • Approximately 1,470 individual tax returns with an average fee of $300 per return • Approximately 30...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $360,425

Torrance CPA Firm for Sale

Torrance, CA

CPA firm for sale in Torrance, California. This well-established South Bay CPA practice was founded around 2000 and has developed a strong local presence serving individuals, professional service...

$2,800,000

$2,800,000

Cash Flow: $962,221

Walnut Creek CA CPA Book of Business for Sale

Contra Costa County, CA

This is an excellent opportunity for an existing CPA or EA firm looking to expand through acquisition. • The owner is a CPA • This established book of business has been serving clients since 2011 •...

$250,000

$250,000

Big Bear Lake EA Firm for Sale

Big Bear Lake, CA

Established EA tax practice for sale in Big Bear Lake, California. This practice is well established and has served the local mountain community for decades. The Seller is now preparing for retirement...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $121,868

Arcadia, CA CPA Practice for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

• The owner is a CPA • This practice was established in 1996 • Software in use includes Lacerte and QuickBooks • Approximately $3,000 in annual revenue, via bookkeeping (2 clients) • Approximately...

$295,000

$295,000

Cash Flow: $141,000

Carlsbad CPA Firm for Sale

Carlsbad, CA

Established CPA firm with a book of tax clients for sale in Carlsbad, California. The practice is operated primarily from a home office, with a local Carlsbad workshare office used for client...

$155,000

$155,000

Laguna Hills CPA Firm for Sale

Laguna Hills, CA

Established CPA firm for sale in Laguna Hills, California. This practice is operated by a CPA who established the firm in 1990 and is now preparing for retirement. The sale is structured as a partial...

$210,000

$210,000

Cash Flow: $122,165

Growth Coach
Franchise

Available in California

Business coaching is a $7.5 billion industry in the United States. Turn your passion for business success into a successful Growth Coach franchise.

$50,000

$50,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $103,940

Oakhurst (Madera County) CA CPA Practice for Sale

Madera County, CA

This is an excellent acquisition opportunity for a CPA seeking a profitable practice in a growing area with recurring revenue and a stable client base. Practice Features: • The owner is a CPA • This...

$245,000

$245,000

Cash Flow: $115,000

Virtual San Diego Based Tax Practice for Sale

San Diego, CA

Virtual book of business for sale, based in California. This is a partial sale and represents the tax preparation, subscription tax service, and related client book identified for sale. The Seller is...

$730,000

$730,000

Tarzana CPA Firm for Sale

Tarzana, CA

Established CPA tax and accounting firm for sale in Tarzana, CA. This firm is operated by two CPA sellers who both provide professional tax & accounting services to clients. The sellers are looking to...

$725,000

$725,000

Cash Flow: $271,718

Sherman Oaks Tax Practice for Sale

Sherman Oaks, CA

Established tax practice for sale in Sherman Oaks, California. This practice is operated by a CTEC registered tax preparer who is considering retirement and seeking a qualified successor for a...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $264,965

Murrieta CPA Firm for Sale

Murrieta, CA

CPA firm for sale in Murrieta, California. This established full-service CPA practice was founded in 2004 and has grown organically through early networking and referrals. The Seller is a CPA with...

$775,000

$775,000

Cash Flow: $378,836

Murphy Business Sales
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Own a Murphy Business Sales franchise and build a business brokerage with training, established systems, and a collaborative national network.

$65,090

$65,090

Avg. Unit Revenue: $187,129

Folsom Tax Practice for Sale

Folsom, CA

Tax practice for sale in Folsom, CA. This is a complete sale of the tax practice side of the business; however, the Seller intends to retain the bookkeeping and payroll clients. The Seller and spouse...

$165,000

$165,000

San Dimas, CA EA Practice for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

• The owner is an EA • This practice was established in 1996 • Software in use includes Lacerte, QuickBooks, Practice CS, File Cabinet • Approximately $41,100 in annual revenue, via bookkeeping (50...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $150,900

$310,000 Revenue – Marin County Tax and Accounting Practice

Marin County, CA

Located in beautiful Marin County, this well-established San Francisco area tax practice is paperless and profitable and has an outstanding reputation in the community. While helpful, a CPA license is...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $203,000

North Hills, CA Tax & Bookkeeping Book of Business for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

• This practice was established in 2000 • Software in use includes Proseries, Revver, Financial Microsystems • Approximately $12,000 in annual revenue, via bookkeeping (10 clients) • Approximately...

$225,000

$225,000

Calabasas, CA CPA Tax Practice for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

• The owner is a CPA • This practice was established in 1994 • 40% of clients meet with the seller and staff • Software in use includes Lacerte • Approximately 335 individual tax returns with an...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $203,000

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National Pool Route Sales, LLC

Serving Orange County, CA

National Pool Route Sales is the largest and one of the most successful swimming pool service company brokers in the United States. Our 40 years of experience gives us the ability to help beyond the purchase. Our clients enjoy success because of our free consulting and aftermarket care. Almost every client who purchases through our company receives: free consulting through Charles Baird Consulting, access to a world-class industry education website and numerous other business and marketing aids. Our aftermarket care is invaluable and cannot be duplicated. Others may promise, we deliver.

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Est. 40 year Tax, Accounting, and Payroll Practice $1,500,000 Revenue

Orange, CA

Strongly prefer a CA CPA owner operator who lives in Orange County CA, this is not meant to be a passive investment The owner is a CPA • This practice was established in 1985 • Software in use...

$1,875,000

$1,875,000

Los Angeles CPA Firm for Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Established CPA firm with a book of clients for sale in Los Angeles, CA. The Seller is looking to reduce their workload in anticipation of eventual retirement. The Seller is retaining one major client...

$345,000

$345,000

Cash Flow: $208,971

Virtual Sacramento CA CPA Tax Practice for Sale

Sacramento County, CA

Full Virtual CPA Tax Practice with Excellent Cash Flow • The owner is a CPA • This practice was established in 2003 • Software used is Lacerte • Approximately 185 individual tax returns with an...

$675,000

$675,000

Cash Flow: $225,000

San Diego CPA Tax Practice

San Diego County, CA

• The owner is a CPA • This practice was established in 2009 • Software in use includes Lacerte, Rightworks hosting, and Practice CS • Approximately $32,700 in annual revenue, via payroll (40 clients)...

$675,000

$675,000

Cash Flow: $226,500

Folsom CA CPA Practice for Sale

Folsom, CA

• The owner is a CPA • This practice was established in 2018 • Software in use includes Lacerte, Canopy, Ignition and QuickBooks • Approximately $520,000 in annual revenue, via bookkeeping (79...

$2,400,000

$2,400,000

Cash Flow: $708,000

Cruise Planners
Franchise

Available Nationwide

For more than 20 years, Cruise Planners has been a low-cost franchise opportunity that can yield high returns!

$9,995

$9,995

Avg. Unit Revenue: $518,262

Established Tax Office | 5-Star Reviews | Turnkey Business

Perris, CA

Established and highly rated tax preparation franchise located in the heart of Perris, serving a strong and growing predominantly Latino market. This turnkey business benefits from excellent...

$279,000

$279,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Vista CPA Firm for Sale

Vista, CA

Established CPA firm for sale in Vista, CA. This sale represents 100% of the business. The Seller is open to working with the Buyer on a part-time basis over the next year or two to assist with...

$330,000

$330,000

Cash Flow: $187,645

Los Angeles CPA Firm for Sale

Los Angeles, CA

CPA firm for sale in Century City, Los Angeles, CA. This is a complete sale of the firm; however, the Seller would like to continue working with the Buyer on a part-time basis (2–3 days per week) to...

$715,000

$715,000

Cash Flow: $448,819

Rocklin (Placer County) California CPA Practice for Sale

Roseville, CA

This well-established CPA & EA practice has been serving clients since 2009 and offers a strong mix of recurring bookkeeping, consulting, and tax preparation revenue. The firm operates with modern...

$575,000

$575,000

Cash Flow: $251,000

Virtual Roseville, California CPA Practice for Sale

Placer County, CA

This practice is structured to operate virtually, making it an attractive option for buyers seeking immediate income and operational versatility. Key Highlights • CPA-owned practice established in...

$1,750,000

$1,750,000

Cash Flow: $594,000

Buy or Sell an Accounting Business and Tax Practice in California
Accounting businesses and tax practices listed for sale on BizBuySell include professional services firms focused on accounting, bookkeeping, and tax compliance, including CPA firms, enrolled agent practices, tax preparation franchises, boutique bookkeeping operations, and fully virtual accounting firms with nationwide client bases. These businesses typically operate on recurring, relationship driven business models, generating revenue through annual tax preparation fees, monthly bookkeeping and payroll retainers, advisory and consulting engagements, and long term client relationships, often organized as transferable books of business.
Market Overview Listings for Sale (Median)
Number of Businesses Analyzed53
Asking Price$460,000
Reported Revenue$400,000
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$203,000
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$275,000$460,000$725,000

Market Financial Highlights

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Accounting Businesses and Tax Practices for sale in California.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$258,000$123,000
Median$400,000$203,000
Upper Quartile$663,423$302,420

Valuation Multiples

The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Accounting Businesses and Tax Practices listed for sale in California.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile1.142.05
Median1.232.36
Upper Quartile1.392.85

FAQ's

How much does it cost to buy an Accounting Business and Tax Practice in California?

The median asking price for an established Accounting Business and Tax Practice in California is $460,000, though prices range from under $275,000 to well over $725,000.

How much do Accounting Businesses and Tax Practices owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of Accounting Businesses and Tax Practices in California is $400,000 and owners earn a median of $203,000, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.

How do I value an Accounting Business and Tax Practice?

Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Accounting Businesses and Tax Practices in California, revenue multiples range from 1.14 to 1.39, with a median of 1.23. Earning multiples range from 2.05 to 2.85, with the median at 2.36. This means the typical Accounting Business and Tax Practice in California may ask for around 1.23 times its annual revenue, and 2.36 times its annual owner earnings.

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