Corona, CA
Retail Businesses For Sale in California

Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, CA

San Francisco, CA
Fresno County, CA
San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
Merced County, CA
Riverside County, CA
Carmel, CA
Norwalk, CA
Carson, CA
Contra Costa County, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
San Mateo County, CA
San Mateo County, CA
Edward Fixen, Certified Business Broker
BusinessQuest Brokers, Inc.
Serving San Bernardino County, CA
Since 2006 BusinessQuest has specialized in representing sellers of privately-held, small and medium sized businesses with annual sales ranging from $500,000 up to $30 million. BusinessQuest is a full service business appraisal and business brokerage firm. Over the years we have sold over 150 businesses and valued another 200 businesses and developed expertise in the manufacturing, wholesale/distribution, business services, e-commerce, personal services, retail, food service, healthcare, and transportation & logistics industries. We are unique in that we are both Certified Business Appraisers and Certified Business Brokers, a distinction very few of our peers hold. We have two offices located in Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire to serve all of Southern California. Our staff consist of three (3) Certified Business Brokers, three (3) other experienced business brokers, one Certified Business Appraiser and one Certified Valuation Analyst. In addition to our business brokerage and M&A advisory expertise, we specialize in preparing business valuations and certified appraisals ranging from less costly opinion of value reports to comprehensive certified appraisals meeting the professional standards of the National Association of Certified Valuators & Analysts (NACVA).
Orange County, CA
Redding, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Redding, CA
Contra Costa County, CA
Napa County, CA
Long Beach, CA
Palm Desert, CA
Cypress, CA
Sacramento County, CA
San Diego, CA
Los Angeles, CA
San Diego County, CA
North Highlands, CA
Hacienda Heights, CA
Alameda County, CA
South Gate, CA
Santa Clara County, CA
Alameda County, CA
Santa Barbara, CA
Orange County, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Carmichael, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Colusa County, CA
Alameda County, CA
San Jose, CA
Kacy Carlsen
Kacy Carlsen - Business Broker
Serving Riverside County, CA
Kacy Carlsen is The Business Matchmaker, helping connect business owners ready for their next chapter with qualified buyers looking for the right opportunity. Whether you're selling a successful business or searching for one to own, Kacy provides personalized guidance through every stage of the process. From confidential business valuations and strategic marketing to buyer qualification, negotiations, and closing coordination, her focus is on creating the right match for both parties. As a lifelong entrepreneur, business owner, and marketer, Kacy understands that selling a business is more than a financial transaction—it's often one of life's biggest decisions. Every business has a story, and every buyer has a vision. Her role is to bring the two together with professionalism, confidentiality, and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcome. Serving business buyers and sellers throughout Southern California, Kacy also assists clients with commercial real estate opportunities related to business acquisitions, investments, and owner-user properties. It all starts with a confidential conversation.
Riverside County, CA
Exeter, CA
Los Angeles, CA
San Joaquin County, CA
Fullerton, CA
Valley Village, CA
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) |
|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 332 |
| Asking Price | $350,000 |
| Reported Revenue | $600,000 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $132,084 |
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $179,750 | $350,000 | $699,250 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Retail Businesses for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $324,000 | $78,875 |
| Median | $600,000 | $132,084 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,298,269 | $240,000 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Retail Businesses listed for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.36 | 1.80 |
| Median | 0.59 | 2.58 |
| Upper Quartile | 0.90 | 3.53 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Retail Business in California?
The median asking price for an established Retail Business in California is $350,000, though prices range from under $179,750 to well over $699,250.
How much do Retail Businesses owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Retail Businesses in California is $600,000 and owners earn a median of $132,084, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Retail Business?
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 Retail Businesses in California, revenue multiples range from 0.36 to 0.90, with a median of 0.59. Earning multiples range from 1.80 to 3.53, with the median at 2.58. This means the typical Retail Business in California may ask for around 0.59 times its annual revenue, and 2.58 times its annual owner earnings.
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